Sharks for the queasy

By Elhaam Ajam
April 29th, 2008
For all manners of adventure sport in South Africa hook up with our selection. There’s something for even the most hardened adrenaline junkie. Although, we haven’t neglected those who want just a tiny thrill!

Hartebeespoort Dam is nestled in a panoramic valley. It’s surrounded by the magnificent Magaliesberg Mountains. Scenic beauty aside, you’re here for an adventure.

There are various water sports to excite you at the dam. Choose between skiing, wave snaking and parasailing. Reach for the sky with the excitement of the longest mono-cableway in Africa. This Guinness record goes to the Magaliesburg cable car.

Mpumalanga offers sheer vertical cliffs around Sabie. Those with the right equipment, courage and know-how can rock climb and abseil to their heart’s content. A great spot is at the Sabie waterfall in town. Not to worry, equipment and instructors are available too.

If you’re venturing along the Garden Route…try these action-packed activities. Ever wanted to see South Africa from an aerial view? Try sky-diving and enjoy free falling at maximum velocity. It’s something that will linger in your mind for a long time.

Explore the deep blue sea. Dive into the sea and encounter the wonders of marine ecology.

It’s not a mechanical puppet, it really is Jaws! Okay, there’s some consolation with the safety of the shark cage. It’s still daunting; they’re so close you can touch them. The awesome razor teeth are just centimeters away. You have to keep telling yourself that the cage is impenetrable. This will definitely have your heart beating faster.

Geronimo! Look out below! Inflate your heart rate with the Garden Route’s exhilarating bridge jumps. Try the Bloukrans Bridge. It holds the Guinness Record for the highest bungee jump in the world. It stands at a massive 216m!

Visit the KZN South Coast. Get to the Dolphin Drive Lodge, in Leisure Bay. You’ll have the chance to enjoy a safe scenic scramble together through local villages and visit a shebeen. You’ll have the company of an experienced off-roader and astride Kawasaki kdx200 machines. This is an easy jaunt no matter your age. The ride usually kicks-off at 10am and lasts for four hours.

Need we say more about your next South African adventure? Live on the edge a little.

Source: GoTravel