In this video, you will see a Humpback Whale performing an impressive full-body breach in South Africa. But why do whales breach out of the water, do they do it for pleasure, or is there more to it? Whales live in every ocean around the world, [...]
The moment the instructor opens the door and you are about to jump out the plane – the what am I doing question hits you. Before you can answer it, you are crashing through the sky at 200 kilometres per hour. The freefall is an indescribable and sensational feeling. The rest of the descent [...]
Once again, I (Guido Swarts) have been lucky to be sent on a tour with Ashanti Travel. This time I went on a one-of-a-kind tour to Cape Point. This tour is unique because a part of the trip is on E-bikes. Which is a whole different experience when compared to viewing the road from [...]
The Whale and Wine Day tour is a full day of not only wine tasting. But, cider, craft beer, gin, and local foods as well. To make thing even better there was some whale-watching at Hermanus included as well. I am no expert in wine, and before this tour, I never gave it a [...]
Hi, my name is Guido Swarts. I am a Dutch citizen doing my marketing internship at Ashanti Lodge and Travel. In my first week, since I arrived in Cape Town, Ashanti sent me on the Cape Town City Sightseeing Bus Tour. So, I can learn and experience Cape Town and its surroundings and use [...]
Hello, My name is Amber, and I am a French student who lives in Paris. I study Marketing and Communications, and I came to Cape Town in the intent of doing a 3-month internship at Ashanti Lodge and Travel. I had the privilege to join the West Coast Adventure tour. In this blog, I [...]
Now that winter has arrived and the wind and cold have become part of our daily routine, there’s no point in missing out on any fun because of it. Here is a list of 10 activities that you can do during the winter so that you don’t miss out on any fun during this [...]
South Africa is one of the most special countries that exists. A country that offers you the most beautiful white beaches, towering cliffs, special cities, the highest bungee jump in the world and of course the famous Kruger National park. During your vacation in South Africa, you do not want to miss any highlights. [...]
Cape Town, South Africa is a place that never lacks in adventure, nature or culture. With a wide range of activities and breathtaking views that are sure to win your heart as well as keep you on the move at all times, the Mother city is considered to be one of the greatest places on [...]
Together with two friends, I traveled to Cape Town in 2018 to visit and learn all that I could about this beautiful country. One of the first trips we did outside of the city was Ashanti’s 2 day whale and wine tour. I was really excited for this trip and couldn’t stop thinking about [...]
