Black-manned lions framed against Kalahari dunes; powdery beaches lapped by two oceans; star-studded desert skies; jagged, lush mountains – this truly is a country of astounding diversity.
Johannesburg: Johannesburg is an incredibly friendly, unstuffy city and there’s a lot to see here, from sobering reminders of the country’s recent past at the Apartheid Museum to the progressive streets of Melville. So delve in and experience the buzz of a city undergoing an incredible rebirth.
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Cape Town: A coming-together of cultures, cuisines and landscapes, there's nowhere quite like Cape Town, a singularly beautiful city crowned by the magnificent Table Mountain National Park.
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Durban : The city of Durban is rich in culture, warmth and personality. The view of the city skyline with the iconic Moses Mabhida arch rising from the bay on a crisp blue afternoon is breathtaking. There are miles of gorgeous beaches and vegetation-dense inland hills rising behind the city borders, when the need to get out and explore beckons. This raw beauty has guaranteed that Durban has and always will be a favored destination for both local and international visitors.
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Knysna : If there is such a thing, Knysna is the heart of the Garden Route. This medium-sized town on the banks of the usually placid and always beautiful Knysna Lagoon is a real tourist haven. The lagoon, which is guarded from the sea by two enormous, rugged, sandstone cliffs, known as The Heads, is a fabulous playground as well as being the source of the cultivated oysters for which Knysna is famed.
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Sun city : Home to the Valley of Waves and sprawled along the border of the Pilanesberg National Park, Sun City Resort enjoys the fine distinction of being the only surf-and-safari destination within a two-hour drive of landlocked Johannesburg. Whether you’re looking for a romantic stay with your partner, a fun weekend getaway with friends or a North West holiday with the whole family, Sun City Resort has it all.
South Africa is the archetypal water-lover’s paradise. Whether you want to be by the sea, on the sea or even under it, there are countless ways to get your ocean fix—including snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing and surfing . Swimming is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to enjoy the water, and many of South Africa’s best beaches are tailor-made for taking the plunge.
South Africa is known for its architectural heritage, which spans Cape Dutch, Neo-Gothic, Victorian and Edwardian eras and styles. As in other countries, the best architecture is often found in its large, ornate churches.
African safaris and river cruises offer some of the most amazing opportunities for wildlife discovery on the planet, Experience the world's densest elephant populations on a luxurious safari cruise.
Dress up and grab your mates and head and party at clubs, nightclubs, pubs, bars and live music venues in South Africa .
Connoisseurs will get addicted to the delectable Konkan delicacies. Enjoy the most tempting seafood at seaside shacks. Wash it down with refreshing colourful cocktails.
With more than 2 500 kilometers of coastline, the beaches of South Africa are some of the best destinations for water sports in South Africa and, indeed the world. Several areas are known for their outstanding surfing and body boarding conditions.
