2 Best Sights in The Crags, The Garden Route and the Little Karoo

Built over a valley cutting through an old-growth forest, this magical sanctuary is a free-flight aviary spanning 5 dome-enclosed acres. More than 3,500 birds of 220 species fly, flutter, and perch here, some of which are quite tame. The main focus is African birds, and you'll see African gray parrots, Cape canaries, and greater flamingos. Take time to sit on one of the benches and listen to their calls—it's like being in the Amazon. You can grab a bite at the little restaurant overlooking the flamingo pond. Buy a memento or a gift at the well-stocked gift shop as you leave. There's a combo ticket available if you also want to visit Monkeyland.

Don't be put off by the cutesy name. This award-winning refuge houses abused and abandoned primates, most of which were once pets or confined to zoos. They now roam in a huge enclosed area of the forest and are free to play, socialize, and do whatever it is that keeps primates happy. There are lemurs, gibbons, spider monkeys, vervet monkeys, howler monkeys, and many more. Guided walks are offered throughout the day, and the tamer residents often play with guests. Entrance to the viewing deck and restaurant is free, but you'll only get close-up and personal if you take one of the guided walks. Prepare to be enchanted. There's a combo ticket available if you also want to visit Birds of Eden.