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South Africa
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.
What to see?
Local attractions: These are our favourite places and hidden gems throughout South Africa.
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.
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.
travel tips
Here’s what you should and shouldn’t do in South Africa:
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