In this issue

We take you on a whirlwind trip around Africa including Zanzibar, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia. We also visit the old town of Franschhoek, we show you our top five dive spots along the east coast and we spend some time on the most idyllic stretches of beach in South Africa.

Zanzibar - Island of sultans, slaves and spices

Visit Zanzibar and take a step back in time to a colonial Africa of Omani palaces, trading dhows and spice plantations.  

3 mins

Mosi-Oa-Tunya

“Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight” – David Livingstone. Victoria Falls, rated as one of the most impressive waterfalls in the world; one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World; a bucket-list destination for many

3 mins

Unique Nothern Cape Experiences

If you’ve ever thought about visiting the Northern Cape, you’ve probably pictured yourself doing one of the following: Camping, game viewing, hunting or hiking. However, there is so much more to see and do in the province of diamonds; adventures not frequently mentioned in the usual tourist guide book or website. 

3 mins

Thonga Beach Lodge

As you drive the last few kilometers to the Lodge, small wooden plaques with these three statements inscribed on them hint at what to expect from isibindi Africa's Thonga Beach Lodge.

2 mins

Zambezi Queen A Royal Experience

Considered by many as the ultimate houseboat experience, The Zambezi queen provides its guests with five-star service, on board a five-star vessel and offers a five-star African safari experience.

3 mins

Walking Through Eden

There’s good reason that the Otter Trail from Storms River to Nature’s Valley is one of SA’s best-loved trails. It’s a magnificent meander along unspoilt coastline. 

6 mins

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Magazine Description
Wildside is for people who love to travel, to escape the city, and are enchanted by the mountains, ocean, animals, wilderness, and even the stars. This hot shot travel mag brings you enthralling stories on travel destinations and adventure in South Africa.
Wildside is for people who love reading about travel even when they are stuck in the city plotting their next escape. It is for people who care about the future of our planet, are anti-poaching, and are conservationists at heart. Top conservation stories appear in every edition. It is for people who know that adventure is within and find a thrill in discovering new places. Wildside is the magazine that takes you there.