Picnic Spots Across South Africa ~ Lily Rose xx

For those who want to have a picnic but don't have the time or desire to prepare one, there are multiple picnic companies that set up picnics for dates and parties - search for the ones nearest to you! 

For those looking to pack their own picnics, our gorgeous Bag of Plenty range will allow for easy carrying and lots of packing space, whereas our Busy Bag will be perfect for picnics on the beach where you need extra space for towels and entertainment - especially if you're bringing the children along.

There is something for everyone, whether you would prefer a sunny and breezy picnic on the beach, to a secluded picnic in a forest, bushveld or edge of a mountain cliff!

Famous for our beautiful wine farms in the Western Cape 

Pack up a picnic and spend the day among the vineyards and beautiful mountainous landscapes, or visit a winery that sells pre-made picnics for a stress-free picnic experience.

South Africa has 10 beautiful Botanical Gardens, namely;

• 1. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens (Western Cape)
• 2. Free State National Botanical Gardens (Free-State)
• 3. Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens (Western Cape)
• 4. Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens (Gauteng)
• 5. Kwa-Zulu Natal National Botanical Gardens (Kwa-Zulu Natal)
• 6. Pretoria National Botanical Gardens (Gauteng)
• 7. Lowveld National Botanical Gardens (Mpumalanga)
• 8. Karoo Desert National Botanical Gardens (Western Cape)
• 9. Hantam National Botanical Gardens (Northern Cape)
• 10. Kwelera National Botanical Gardens (Eastern Cape)
• 11. SANBI is currently managing the Thohoyandou Botanical Garden in Limpopo which is set to become our 11th National Botanical Garden!

South Africa's Coastline

South Africa has a multitude of stunning beaches, characterised by smooth white sandy beaches and wild ocean waves. Our Eastern waters are the warm Indian Ocean whilst the Western are the cool Atlantic Ocean. 

There is little that compares to the serenity and beauty of being on a beach - here we have compiled a list of some famous South African beaches:

• Blue Flag Beaches
• Certified beaches with high environmental and quality standards.

• Robberg Beach [Eastern Cape - Garden Route]
• A beautiful, sprawling Blue Flag beach leading up to Robber mountain, found in the bay of the stunning town of Plettenberg Bay, a popular holiday destination for South African locals.

• Coffee Bay [Eastern Cape - Wild Coast]
• A wild beach found in the Eastern Cape's tourism hub Coffee Bay, stunning views and if you're up for the challenge - can take a guided hike to the Hole in the Wall; a phenomenal rock formation that allows you to swim through a hole in the mountain!

• Gonubie Beach [Eastern Cape - Wild Coast]
• A gorgeous beach featuring a river mouth and long boardwalk to stroll along

• Thonga Beach [KwaZulu-Natal - iSimangaliso World Heritage Park]
• An idyllic, secluded bay situated in Thonga Beach Lodge.

• Langebaan Beach [Western Cape - Langebaan]
• The Cape's favourite water lover's playground as it located to the East of Cape Town with warm Indian Ocean waters.

• Kraalbaai [Western Cape - Langebaan]
• This beach features a gorgeous lagoon with clear, turquoise water reminiscent of the Maldives.

• Camps Bay Beach [Western Cape - Cape Town]
• One of the most famous beaches in South Africa, with some of the best world-class restaurants viewing over it.

• uMhlanga Main Beach [Kwa-Zulu Natal - uMhlanga]
• A popular beach for local holiday goers - this beach is perfect for families and strolls along it's promenade between hotels and restaurants.

• Golden Mile [Kwa-Zulu Natal - Durban]
• One of Durban's main tourist attractions. The golden mile is a long stretch of sunny Durban coastline, with multiple beaches and much entertainment, from uShaka Marine world, to restaurants, and a path to the Moses Mabhida Stadium!

Whatever your style, a picnic can be enjoyed anywhere - from your lounge to a mountaintop! What's important is making sure you can carry your picnic to your chosen spot - something we are certain our gorgeous, sturdy & insulating Neoprene bags can do!

P.S Our Adventure Bag, Bag of Plenty and Busy Bags even have bottle holders!

Lily Rose xx