Ramsgate

What are we after? Africa's finest waffles! Where are they located? Ramsgate! Ramsgate, a coastal town in KwaZulu-Natal, is really quite beautiful, but we'll get to that in a moment. Waffles come first. The Waffle House, which was founded more than 60 years ago and is tucked away in the sub-tropical foliage at the edge of Ramsgate Lagoon, has long been a popular destination for both tourists and residents. Why? The waffles are outstanding. Eat one or five—nobody will be looking down.

Okay. After you've eaten to your heart's content, it's time to continue discovering Ramsgate. Visitors to The Waffle House can browse clever neighborhood shops nearby for original artwork, ceramics, and oddities. Families can take a journey down the lagoon in a canoe or enjoy the children's play area.

Children will also enjoy the abundance of native butterflies in Butterfly Valley and the Crocworld Conservation Centre (it's obvious what you'll see here). If you want something more sedate, the tranquil Ramsgate beach is the perfect place for a leisurely afternoon of swimming and tanning.

Location: South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal