South Africa

Diverse Wildlife – Rich Culture – Dynamic Cities – Culturally rich – breath taking Nature – Vibrant

Diverse Wildlife, Rich Culture, Dynamic Cities, Culturally rich, Breath taking Nature & Vibrant

Known for having the largest national park in all Africa making it the top travel destination for all adventure seekers. But South Africa is more than just Kruger National Park.

This is a place where one minute you’re driving down perfectly paved highways and the next, after a quick exit for a sign pointing to a national park you step back in time and suddenly you’re in the Savannah, watching lions hunt their prey.

When you leave the metropolitan city of Cape Town, within a few hours you can be along the dramatic shores of t South Africa is almost five times the size of England, so it’s worth considering taking to the air if you have a lot of ground to cover in a limited time. South Africa’s main cities are well connected by convenient flights, however there are other means to travel in south Africa and the following is some options that you might want to consider.

The Wild Coast, the vineyard-clad hills of Stellenbosch, or the southernmost tip of the African Continent at Cape Agulhas.

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The most striking capital city on the continent known for its diverse cuisine, friendly local people from different races, great value, and some of the best road trips you’ll find anywhere which makes South Africa appear on pretty much any intrepid traveller’s bucket list.

When to visit?

September to November and April to May are the best times to visit South Africa but these times can change depending on your travel pursuits. For safaris, you’ll want to visit in the winter (drier) months but for the mountains you’ll want to come in the summer months. You can visit Cape Town any time throughout the year.

DEC – MARCH • Summer • 29 °C

JUNE – SEPT • Winter • 27 °C

What to see?

Local attractions: These are our favourite places and hidden gems throughout South Africa.

Go on a safari

Most people come to South Africa to go on a safari — and for good reason. It’s home to some of the best game drives in the world and you’ll want to spend at least a couple of nights in one of the hundreds of national parks. There’s truly nothing like it.

Visit Cape Town

Cape Town is the most popular destination in South Africa. It’s a vibrant, multicultural city with lively bars, delicious food, great weather, lots of nature and hiking nearby. In addition to the city’s amazing beaches, the waterfront is bursting with things to do as well.

Visit Robben Island

When it comes to learning about apartheid, you’ll want to also plan a trip to Robben Island. Located just four miles off the coast of Cape Town, Robben Island was a maximum-security prison until 1996. During the apartheid era, many political prisoners were sent to Robben Island. This includes Nelson Mandela, who spent 18 years behind bars on Robben Island.

Hike the Drakensberg Mountains

The Drakensberg region near the east coast is home to the highest mountain range in the country, with rugged green peaks, sandstone cliffs, and deep valleys. There are lots of trails, ranging from casual walks to strenuous climbs and plenty of options for both day hikes and multi-day hikes.

See African Penguins

Part of the Table Mountain National Park and a short drive from Cape Town, the Boulders Penguin Colony is home to several thousand African penguins. (Fun fact: they’re also known as jackass penguins, because the noises they make sound like a donkey braying.)

Go Scuba Diving

If you love to dive (or want to learn), head to Cape Town. The diving here is world-class thanks to the mixing of warm and cold ocean currents. Here you’ll find rocky shores, lots of reefs, and kelp forests. There are also lots of wrecks on both sides of the peninsula too...

Go on a safari

Visit Cape Town

Visit Robben Island

Hike the Drakensberg Mountains

See African Penguins

Go Scuba Diving

How about the accommodation?

Types of accommodation in South Africa varies, but there is something for everybody to choose from. Whether you are planning a luxury vacation to South Africa or backpacking from region to region, the country offers a range of accommodation options to suit every budget and travelling style.

You can find luxury 5 star hotels and game lodges or to suit the more budget conscious traveller, small hotels, lodges and inns as well as private game reserves. There are also luxury safari camps, guest houses, bed and breakfast establishments, luxury and budget self-catering accommodation and caravan parks that are all available to choose as your choice of accommodation.

ways to get around

South Africa is almost five times the size of England, so it’s worth considering taking to the air if you have a lot of ground to cover in a limited time. Its main cities are well connected by convenient flights but there are also other ways to travel in South Africa. The following are some options that you might want to consider.

Trains

Traveling by train is a good option and it can run from basic to luxury depending on your preference and budget.

Car rental

If you want to explore the wilderness and the charming national parks and reserves, renting a car is recommended

Bus

Buses are one of the most common ways to get around. They connect almost every city and town in the country with safe, comfortable and affordable vehicles.

Local minibus or taxi

Be aware that in South Africa the word “taxi” is most commonly applied to the privately owned minibuses that connect virtually every town and village in the country. Hired taxis (normal saloon cars or hatchbacks) run in the major cities only.