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South Africa is a beautiful country, with a magnificent scenic diversity. It ranges from desert plains carpeted with spring flowers, mountains towering above valleys and vineyards, rolling farmlands, cosmopolitan cities and quaint villages.
The coastline, over 3000 km long is dotted with charming resorts and includes some of the world's best bathing and swimming beaches, with a great coastal climate. Over 30 national game parks and many more private reserves, teem with the BIG FIVE of elephant, rhino, buffalo, leopard and lion and many more other exotic species of animals and birds.
South Africa is home to 10% of the world's bird life and over 23,000 indigenous flowering plant species. It is known as the botanical kingdom of the world. Most first time visitors are amazed at the cosmopolitan nature of the country. It has a rich tapestry of peoples, languages, religions, geographical contrasts and state of the art infrastructure - literally thus “A WORLD IN ONE COUNTRY”.
The routes which we are highlighting are regarded as the most popular by foreign tourists. Yet they are unique in that they include at least 20% new tourist experiences, thus offering the opportunity of discovering the REAL NEW SOUTH AFRICA and a chance to connect with the locals. |
Cape Town and the Western Cape |
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Be enchanted by this friendly, cosmopolitan city in the shadow of the breathtaking Table Mountain, unrivalled beaches, blue tinted mountains, the vibrant Waterfront with its many restaurants, bars and trendy boutiques, and the Cape Dutch heritage of the scenic winelands. Watch the Southern Right whales off the cliffs of Hermanus and marvel at the spectacular show of wild flowers along the west coast.
Travel the Garden Route with its small country towns set amid mountain ranges, and the magnificent Route 62, tasting the wines and brandies for which it is famous along the way. Extend your visit into the Eastern Cape, home of the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park and several private big game reserves. |
Johannesburg, Sun City and the Kruger National Park |
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Spend a couple of days in the City of Gold visiting its numerous attractions including the thought provoking Apartheid Museum, and travel to Pretoria, the political capital of the country whose Voortrekker Monument and classical architecture are a reminder of former days. Travel to Sun City, the holiday resort close to the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve and famous for its two world class golf courses. Fly or drive from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park, home to a vast range of animals and birds - not least the 'Big Five' - and experience the real Africa of the bush. Drive along the Panoramic Route and discover a pioneer gold town of yesteryear, magnificent waterfalls, never-ending views from God's Window and the Blyde River Canyon and marvel in the power of nature at the Potholes - created by water over millions of years. |
Durban, the Battlefields and the Drakensberg Mountains |
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Enjoy the fabulously mild winter or sub tropical summer of Durban, South Africa's largest port and enjoy the Zulu culture found in the Natal Midlands.Travel the Midlands Meander where you can see Zulu crafts and culture in their home setting all leading to the majestic Drakensberg range with its mighty Amphitheatre, the spectacular Sani Pass and tumbling streams.Students of the Zulu- and Anglo-Boer wars will be enthralled by a visit to the battlefields including, Isandlwana and Spioen Kop where knowledgeable guides recreate a fascinating period of Kwa-Zulu Natal's history.Beach lovers can head for Umhlanga Rocks, a vibrant area just north of Durban or Margate, the popular south coast family resort. The World Heritage Site of St Lucia Reserve is a couple of hours drive up the north coast.
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