If you’re a horror enthusiast who plans to visit South Africa, you should know that this country offers more in terms of spooky adventures than you can imagine. Despite the fact that South Africa is famous for its landscapes, mountains, and wildlife, the country also has a dark side. Believe it or not, it hides various haunted places that attract thousands of thrill-seekers from around the world.
Therefore, if you also crave the paranormal and feel ready to explore destinations with hidden histories, we recommend getting started with the following 5 scary places in South Africa.
1. Kimberley Club
Most people know Kimberley Club as a historic hotel located in the heart of Kimberley. And indeed — one glance at this hotel is enough to conclude that it’s a definition of elegance and sophistication. But not everybody knows that Kimberley Club has one room, so-called the Reading Room, on the second floor that’s considered haunted.
In fact, visitors to the hotel notice some paranormal activities from time to time, and some of them even have feelings of being watched. That could be the reason why people who just can’t handle such an intense adrenaline rush prefer other entertainment activities, like betting. After all, sports betting in South Africa has never been less scary and since there are multiple reputable platforms in the country, you can easily have fun without any supernatural surprises.
2. Nottingham Road Hotel
Speaking of haunted hotels, nothing can beat the Nottingham Road Hotel in KwaZulu-Natal when it comes to spooky places. Even though the hotel has a reputation for being haunted by supernatural creatures, it seems like people in South Africa still actively use it. It’s especially popular among families who visit their children who study at the famed Michaelhouse School.
However, the hospitality of the Nottingham Road Hotel isn’t the only thing this place is famous for. Ghost hunters recognize this place as home to a ghost named Charlotte who tragically died in the hotel. If you’re brave enough, you should know that it’s Room 10 specifically where she enjoys roaming around even today.
3. The Castle of Good Hope
Ghosts rarely inhibit tourist hotspots like the Castle of Good Hope, but this historic site in Cape Town is an exception. This means that when you visit this bright yellow fort, you should expect to experience more than just a history lesson. One of the things that probably led to its haunted reputation is the fact that it was built in 1666 by the Dutch East India Company and it’s shaped like a pentagon.
One of the spookiest things you can encounter in The Castle of Good Hope is the bell that rings on its own. Interestingly, you might as well see a mysterious black dog that vanishes as quickly as it appears and a tall man jumping off the battlements.
4. Tokai Manor
Another haunted place in South Africa that is definitely worth visiting for horror enthusiasts is Tokay Manor or The Manor House. This old and scary-looking mansion was sold in 1792 and its new owner, Andreas Teubes, hired a French architect, Louis Michel Thibault, to construct and design it in the way it looks today.
Today, as visitors say, sometimes you might notice unexplained laughter and horse noises, without any apparent reason. This usually happens at night. The reason is that the house is associated with the tragic death story of Petrus Michiel Eksteen, who died in Tokai Manor in a horse-riding accident on New Year’s Eve. So, if you see a ghostly figure riding a horse at midnight, don’t be afraid – know that it’s a normal visitor to Tokai Manor.
5. Uniondale Hitch-Hiker
The final scary place in South Africa that you must visit is neither a hotel nor a mansion. Instead, it’s just a part of the road in the small town of Uniondale, which became famous for its eerie legend of the Uniondale Hitch-Hiker.
This haunting tale has been around since the 1960s and as the legend says, there’s a young woman hitchhiker on the Uniondale road who appears and scares the passengers from time to time. Her identity is Maria Roux — a person who died in a car accident. One motorcyclist even tried to talk to a girl and offered her a ride but people claim, the ghost doesn’t talk. Strangely, she might get into your car but once you pass the road, she will disappear from the vehicle unexpectedly.
Final Thoughts
Hopefully, you already have at least the slightest idea of where to start exploring the dark and haunted side of South Africa. It doesn’t matter whether you prefer to get started with a haunted hotel that has had a spooky reputation for centuries already or choose eerie tales of newly established buildings, just try to make the most of your horror-seeking experience and focus on having an unforgettable experience.
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