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RE: Cheap accomodation in South Africa and Mozambique

by ohad1011 27 May 2012

Hi there, Lets go straight to my answer Pietermaritzburg http://search.resortsbook.com/Hotel/Orion_Hotel_Wartburg.htm Durban htt…
Cheap accomodation in South Africa and Mozambique

by lolaserra 26 May 2012

Hi all! I would like some recomendations for cheap accomodation (20€ or less, if possible, for a double room) in: . Jo'bough . Piet…
RE: Top 3's

by braaiseason 28 February 2012

There is the Karoo NP @ Beaufort West, Addo NP @ Port Elizabeth & Mokala NP nr Kimberley. Pietermaritzburg, wild leopard in this area,…
RE: Barbel run on the Kavango river

by nuheart 08 February 2012

Hi Mark, I have made contact with the guy I was given above by Opsafari, Ryan Brislin. His direct email address is ryan@face-it-safaris.com…
RE: Zimbabwe and Mozambique Trip

by praveenm 15 June 2011

Hi, I live in Pietermaritzburg, SA. I am looking for travel companion (max 3) to share the cost. I am planning to drive with my own…
Underberg Express is unreliable

by zackkg 30 March 2011

I just wanted to post this as a warning so other travelers don't have to undergo what we went through. I confirmed a booking with Underberg…
RE: Maseru-Sani Pass-Pietermaritzburg

by ascuriatti 09 February 2011

You must have a 4x4 for the Sani Pass. Not optional. Also, be prepared for any weather in those mountains, like in any mountains, including…
studying abroad in Africa

by wholeygranoley 15 January 2011

Hi all I have been thinking about studying abroad in Africa, probably in spring of next school year. I can't exactly give a list of defin…
Maseru-Sani Pass-Pietermaritzburg

by Pruk 16 December 2010

The essential question is: how long does this drive take with a normal sedan and what car would you recommend (other than 4x4) for this…
Botswana to Lesotho

by alwaysmobile 16 August 2010

We are planning the following trip and was hoping someone could help out with information on public transportation and cheap accommodations…
RE: St Lucia/Kosi Bay area info

by nereid 20 June 2010

Hi Kira! We live in Kosi Bay ( been here more than five years now ) and are always glad to offer tips and advice on how to maximise your…
Re: Driving Joburg-Swaziland-Mozambique towards Cape Town

by lionsroar 22 April 2010

We are 2 older women wanting to do almost the same trip!!! Early November. We want to get the car in Joburg spend a day with friends in…
RE: Johannesburg-Krugerpark-Swaziland-Durban-Zululand-Lesotho-Capetown (2weeks)

by RudiK 11 January 2010

I am looking at my road map. I see that near Empangeni there is "Bulawayo - the site of Shaka's Kraal" and at Ulundi is marked "Nodwengu"…
Nightlife in Pietermaritzburg

by chim 28 September 2009

Can anyone help me with a good area of P'mburg for pubs/bars and some good restarants - the guide book only seems to mention Roberts Rd…
RE: Umhlanga Rocks - things to do

by Gibela 01 July 2009

Hi I'm from Durban and love the city and what it has to offer - not a touristy destination, but a lot to discover and explore. If you…
RE: Supermarket supplies near Giants Castle, Drakensburg

by ArthurSA 17 June 2009

There will be nothing of note in the immediate area. If you can, stock up in Umhlanga before you leave. Otherwise make a slight detour…
RE: Train from Durban to Cape Town

by Man_in_Seat_61 16 June 2009

The train runs once a week, direct Durban-CT, and takes 2 nights, 1 day. And what an enjoyable chill-out day... It's safe, comfortable…
RE: Supermarket supplies near Giants Castle, Drakensburg

by missalaska 15 June 2009

Pick N Pay stocks Simply Cereal which comes from Australia. You'd probably be best off getting supplies at Pietermaritzburg if you want…
Booking Accommodation in SA

by mad_paddler 19 March 2009

I am traveling by car in SA this June/July and was wondering if I need to book places to stay ahead of time or if I can just turn up and…
RE: Pietermaritzburg airport to Drackensberg - cheap transport and accom?

by ArthurSA 09 March 2009

Did you consider not using Pietermaritzburg Airport (also known as Oribi Airport), but Durban International, and then hiring a car? Oribi…
RE: Three Questions for South Africa

by Dick_N_Larger 20 February 2009

It's 1400 - 1500 km so a comfortable 2 day drive. Presumably you want to see something rather than endless miles of driving. Where do…
RE: i need some advice on kwazulu-natal

by richardhct 30 December 2008

Another good option for a safari break in KwaZulu-Natal is the Karkloof Spa. It's about 30 mins from Pietermaritzburg and is a great combina…
Quick trip? Durban to Moz

by Leahsearching 12 October 2008

Hey friends, A small group of students and I are trying to travel to Moz from Durban area (Pietermaritzburg). We have a couple of questio…
RE: Mobile Phone in Lesotho

by skallagrim 25 August 2008

Thanks hilaryclemens. However, I have today also been informed by a presumably knowledgable local in Pietermaritzburg that my SIM card…
RE: Drakensberg vs Swaziland

by RayZor 08 June 2008

I'm nearly certain my sister did it from Durban to Pietermaritzburg and then went to Lesotho. I was a bit unclear in my last post. I'm…