South Africa is a fantastic destination, which comes as
no surprise once you consider its lively mix of African splendor and
European charm. Whether you are traveling to get a taste of the wild
side of the continent on a safari through one of the game reserves, to
relax on one of the fine sandy beaches on the coast, or want to
experience everything that the country has to offer on a more extensive
tour, you will find the holiday of your dreams in South Africa.
For most people on a South Africa holiday, it is necessary to go for
three weeks in order to see as much as possible, but don't worry if you
don't have that much time, as even a shorter visit will give you the
chance to pack in plenty of different experiences.
Perhaps the top destination in the country is Cape Town. Nestled on
the Cape of Good Hope in the south west of the country, Cape Town has
plenty for tourists to enjoy. The city itself is fairly compact and
easy to explore, but has plenty of great sights to see including the
famous Victoria and Albert Waterfront. Cape Town is a great place from
which to explore many of the western attractions in South Africa
including the beautiful Table Mountain, the famous Winelands that lie
inland from Cape Town, and of course the Garden Route, which wends its
way through historic towns and through stunning landscapes along the
south coast of the country towards Durban.
Durban itself is a fantastic tourist town with amazing beaches, and
some of the best surfing in South Africa. It is one of the most
cosmopolitan places in the world, where the local Zulu population has
been enriched with cultures from across Asia, as well as plenty of
European people. If you want a South African Beach Holiday, then Durban
should be high on your list.
Of course, the beaches are not for everyone, and many people want to
visit South Africa in order to see the breathtaking sight of the wild
animals of the country on a Safari. The best area in South Africa in
which to see the "Big Five" animals is in the Kruger National Park to
the east of Johannesburg - the nation's largest city and main gateway.
Kruger is around an hour by air from Johannesburg, and perfect for
anyone who wants to get up close and personal with a range of wildlife
on a South African safari. The best way to see the park is to stay a
few nights in one of the Kruger National Park game lodges. These are
available in a wide range of standards from basic through to very
luxurious, and most include a couple of game drives in the price every
day. With an expert tracker you will be taken right up to animals
including lions, giraffes, rhino, and many more. A truly memorable
experience.
Beyond the wildlife, city and coast, there is still plenty more to
experience in South Africa - historic towns and diamond mining
communities, the famous and beautiful Drakensburg Mountains, and world
class tourist resorts such as Sun City. No one ever visits South Africa
just once, and after you've been, only one thing is certain: It won't
be long until you want to go back.
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