Are you ready to discover the natural beauty of unusual destinations for you to explore? South Africa is a wonderful country renowned for its thrilling cities, vibrant culture, and beautiful scenery. However, there are hidden gems or underrated towns that can be explored. These hidden gems, which tourists don’t really know about, offer unique adventures, connections with local traditions, interesting history, and spectacular views.
The lesser-known towns give an opportunity to create unforgettable memories with unique experiences from a travelling adventure. The best way to enjoy your exploration to the fullest is to have a comfortable place to stay. With HolidayApartments.co.za, you can secure self-catering accommodation in KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Free State, and the Western Cape for a stress-free visit.
The Underrated Towns in Different Provinces of South Africa:
Pinetown
Pinetown is located in the wonderful province of KwaZulu-Natal. This unique, underrated destination offers amazing sights, local attractions, and a friendly community atmosphere. Pinetown is known for being the New Germany Reserve, with activities such as birdwatching, and captivating walking trails. Therefore, it is the perfect spot for you to enjoy nature, and a quieter environment. After an adventure in nature, you can visit local markets, restaurants, shops, and parks in Pinetown. During your visit to this beautiful destination, you can reserve a self-catering accommodation with HolidayApartments.co.za for a convenient stay.
Eggersheim
This modern style and cosy self-catering retreat is suitable for business travellers, couples, and friends, with the capacity of six guests. Eggersheim Guest Suites is located in the tranquil Cowies Hill Estate in Pinetown. It's a wonderful retreat for travellers looking for contemporary style and peaceful surroundings with a view of the garden.
Dullstroom
Dullstroom is an underrated destination that is located in Mpumalanga. This town offers a blend of breathtaking landscapes, immaculate rivers, and is a birdwatching paradise. Are you a nature lover? Then Dullstroom is the right spot to connect with nature by exploring outdoor activities, such as mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking. You can also enjoy artisan shops, local galleries, and discover inviting cafés throughout the town. This underrated town is known to be a heaven for fishing, with fresh rivers, and dams with plenty of fish. HolidayApartments.co.za offers reliable self-catering accommodation in Dullstroom that you can book during your exploration.
Critchley Common 16
Critchley Common 16 is a charming six-sleeper cottage with three bedrooms and a cosy living room with homely furniture. This self-catering cottage is ideal for guests looking for comfort, relaxation, and stunning views of the Dullstroom mountains. Critchley Common 16 is the perfect choice for you to ease up after a long day of exploring activities in Dullstroom Nature Reserve, Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve, and Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve.
Parys
Parys is located on the Vaal River in the northern Free State province of South Africa. The underrated town is wonderful for its local attractions, hospitable atmosphere, culinary scene, antique shops, and boutiques. Are you a thrill-seeker? Parys is worth the visit to experience outdoor adventures with activities like abseiling, white-water rafting, zip-lining, and fishing in the picturesque Vaal River. You can book a safe self-catering accommodation with HolidayApartments.co.za around Parys, while you tour the town’s vibrant countryside, and natural scenery.
397 Vaal de Grace
The modern villa is situated on the north-facing bank of the Vaal River and accommodates up to six guests. Nicely furnished, the villa at 397 Vaal de Grace is located within the Vaal de Grace Golf Estate in Parys. It offers a pleasant self-catering accommodation complete with an undercover patio, offering guests a relaxing space to enjoy the beautiful views of nature.
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is a worthwhile destination that is often overshadowed by the well-known spots like Cape Town, located in the Western Cape. This hidden gem offers lush greenery, scenic vineyards, outdoor activities, grand mountains, galleries, and vibrant cultural history. The stunning destination is renowned as a home of food and wine capital, because of its extraordinary wine estates for tastings, and tours for locals and tourists. Book a reliable and private self-catering accommodation, with HolidayApartments.co.za in Stellenbosch for a unique experience.
Winelands Golf Lodges 5
This one-bedroom apartment offers stunning views of the mountains and winelands, accommodating two guests, ideally a couple or solo travellers seeking peace and a comfortable atmosphere. With its elegant design and modern décor, De Zalze Winelands Golf Lodges 5 feels like a home away from home. The beautiful apartment is conveniently located near artistic cafés, bars, and hiking trails, giving guests some of the most incredible experiences.
These underrated destinations, Pinetown, Dullstroom, Parys, and Stellenbosch, are worth visiting and exploring in South Africa. Especially if you are looking for different adventurous experiences from the usual to the famous attractions. Looking for welcoming self-catering accommodations to stay at? HolidayApartments.co.za offers wonderful and comfy self-catering places for you around South Africa. If you need assistance with booking enquiries, our dedicated team of reservationists is here for you!
