Free State

Clarens Brewery

Savour the views and enjoy a drink at Clarens Brewery, one of the country’s first brewpubs, cideries and distilleries. Its beers, including Clarens Blonde, English Ale and Stout, are among travellers’ favourite options. However, if you don’t fancy beer, wine and gin are available. The brewery is the perfect setting to end your day of exploring before you head back to your hotel.

Tastings start from R30. Visit www.clarensbrewery.co.za/

Free State National Botanical Garden

The Free State National Botanical Garden is set in the outskirts of Bloemfontein and spans 70 hectares. Boasting 400 species of plants,144 bird species, 54 reptile species and about 32 mammal species, nature-loving travellers can fully immerse themselves in the area. Adults pay R35, students R25, pensioners R30, and children R15. Visit www.sanbi.org/ gardens/free-state/

Clarens Xtreme

Clarens Xtreme offers a range of fun-filled experiences for under R150.

“Come conquer your fears and enjoy an adventure of a lifetime,” the company teases on its website. Activities include putt putt (R20), archery (R140), paintball and target shooting (R100) and the wall climb (R30). Visit www.clarensxtreme.co.za