South Africa was named as one of the most Instagrammable countries in the world. With a great variety of world-class cities and food which can rival international destinations such as London or Paris, South Africa has it all. But not everybody wants the same picture on the Lion’s Head, so wandering off the beaten path is a recipe for Instagram success.

Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve

Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sands Prive Game Reserve offers an impressive safari experience. The reserve looks truly unique in the world and this makes it a top location for many inspired Instagram photos. With a range of lodges to cover all budgets, the reserve impresses with its combination of raw natural beauty with the coziness of a bush camp.

South Africa has one of the richest cultures in the world. It can’t fit in a few Instagram photos. But so many stories could be told on this impressive land that the right pictures can inspire more people to visit the country.

Capture the Jacaranda Trees in Pretoria

Often called the ‘Jacaranda city’, Pretoria is dominated by the colorful Jacarandas. From September to middle November, all travelers can find a street worth capturing. Those seeking to trace the history of the tree in the city can make their way to Bosman Street. It is here that some of the first Jacaranda trees were planted in the city, soon after they were introduced from Brazil. Getting to Pretoria is uncomplicated. Safair has regular flights to Johannesburg, which is only 30 minutes away from Pretoria.

Mandela Capture Site

There is something special in the air at the exhibition dedicated to Nelson Mandela. It shows his impact over the nation during times of conflict. The exhibition follows important moments in Mandela’s life. A unique piece of art dedicated to the leader can be captured here for Instagram posterity.

Blyde River Canyon Boat Trips

As the world’s third largest canyon, the Blyde River Canyon still doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Visitors can even take advantage of the boat trips in the canyon which are surely going to pass through multiple Instagram-worthy locations. The Kadishi Tufa waterfall is one of those impressive places.

Small town charms at in Prince Albert

If everybody is taking pictures in Cape Town and Johannesburg, not many would wonder to the small towns of the country. The Karoo region impresses with its picture-perfect towns. Prince Albert is one of those towns. With Cape Dutch, the Karoo and Victorian buildings, it offers unique Instagram-ready locations. Not far from the town, visitors can hike the Swartberg mountains.

All these South African locations can be reached by car, bus or train. Even if some of them are in remote locations, it might be worth going the extra mile and traveling to the destinations in order to see some of the most Instagrammable places the country has to offer.