Ever year during the winter month of July millions of sardines swim along the East Coast of South Africa following the cold currents from the South. Besides the millions of sardines, hundreds and thousands of sharks, dolphines, whales, seals and birds enjoy a feeding franzy of the largest and greatest movement of animals on earth.
The sardines get so close to shore that one can take them out by hand... an unimaginable event!
Written Sep 28, 2006
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Ever year during the winter month of July millions of sardines swim along the East Coast of South Africa following the cold currents from the South. Besides the...
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Umkomaas - Gateway to Aliwal Shoal

The town of Umkomaas, situated on a hillside crowning the river's southern bank, enjoys spectacular seaviews. It became a premier holiday destination as the 20th century unfolded and today attracts......
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Duma Manzi Private Game Reserve

Duma Manzi is stunning. My husband and I booked in for one night's luxury accommodation and were not disappointed. The accommodation, food and treatment from the staff was five star and we couldn't......
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