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Bucket list ideas to tick off in SA

For many people around the world, there is a list of activities they would want to participate in and experience before leaving the earth. It could be climbing Mount Everest, eating at one of the world’s fanciest restaurants, or visiting one – or all – of the wonders of the world. Although interesting, these activities can be costly. So, why not tick off your bucket list with these affordable, local ideas?

Experience the beauty of South Africa with these three fun bucket list ideas all below R799.

Introductory scuba diving course for one in Douglasdale – R449

Are you ready to try something completely new? If you want to submerge yourself underwater for a few minutes, look no further! Thanks to this deal, you can learn how to scuba dive from a renowned scuba school at a discounted price.

This is the deal:

  • A 1.5-hour introductory scuba diving course
  • Includes exclusive use of all the basic Scuba Gear (ScubaPro Buoyancy Control Device, ScubaPro Air system, mask, snorkel, fins, weight belt, dive gauges and a cylinder)
  • A certificate of completion
  • A bonus voucher of R300 towards a full certification course

This deal expires on 30 November 2023.

A choice of two outdoor activities for one in Northern Drakensberg – R280

Ziplining and bungee bouncing are some of the activities you can choose from in this affordable deal from All Out Adventures.

This is the deal:

  • A choice of any two activities for one person
  • Includes:  Zip Line, King Swing, Flying Trapeze, Bungee Bounce

This deal expires on 30 September 2023.

90-Minute Elephant Nature Walk in Bela Bela – R799

Be at one with nature and witness a different side of the elephants as they are free-range fed, frolic, drink, dust bath and enjoy the 300-hectare wildlife reserve they call home.

This is the deal:

  •  A 60-minute educational experience with elephants
  • A 30-minute elephant nature walk

This deal expires on 31 August 2023.

Also see: Where to stay in Durban for under R999

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