Inspiring new ways

Every country in the world displays some diversity, but South Africa, stretching from the hippos in the Limpopo River to the penguins waddling on the Cape, takes some beating.

We urge you to plunge headfirst into the South Africa of today. Get intimate with the country that Nelson Mandela left as our global heritage. The spectrum of options from which to compose your visit is large, more so than in any other country in Africa and the excellent infrastructure only adds to the already extensive list of excellent reasons for travelers to make South Africa their destination of choice. South Africa, “Rainbow Nation”, as defined by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, will surely astound you.

Getting Around

Despite the large distances, travelling around most of South Africa is fairly straightforward, with a reasonably well-organized network of public transport, a good range of car rental companies including our great travel industry staff rates with Bidvest, the best road system in Africa, and the continent’s most comprehensive network of internal flights. Short of joining a tour, the only way to get to national parks and the more remote coastal areas is by car. Likewise, some of the most interesting places off the beaten track are only accessible in your own vehicle, as buses tend to ply just the major routes.

South Africa is ideal for driving, with a generally well-maintained network of highways and a high proportion of secondary and tertiary roads that are tarred and can be driven at speed. Renting a vehicle is not prohibitively expensive and, for a small group, it can work out to be a cheap option.

Cape Town

The Mother City, home to soaring Table Mountain, golden beaches and bountiful vineyards, is an old pro at capturing people’s hearts.
Cape Winelands
The historic towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschoek form the golden triangle of South African wines. The country’s most prestigious wineries and finest restaurants are concentrated in this region which stretches over hundreds of kilometres from majestic mountains, over hills, down valleys and over colourful patchworks of farmland. Cape Dutch style homes complete this idyllic picture. Wine amateurs will have the opportunity to savour excellent vintage wines from different grape varieties.
The Garden Route
The Garden Route is a mix of modern golf courses, ancient forests, secluded artist communities, retirement estates, modern malls, craft centres, mountain hideaways and beach holidays. A large number of interesting and creative people have come to live down here, drawn to this magnificent stretch of coastline.
Table Mountain Aerial Cable Way
If you want to reach the 1086m-high peak of Table Mountain without breaking much of a sweat, the cableway is the way to go; the views from the revolving car and the summit are phenomenal.
Whale Watching
You don’t even have to go out on a boat to see them because Hermanus, overlooking Walker Bay, is considered to be the best land-based whale-watching spot in the world. Southern Rights often come in close to the shoreline, sometimes appearing just a few metres from the shore.
Boulders Beach Penguins
The Boulders Beach penguins are about as famous as birds can be. They're also ever-more endangered. The birds, who draw crowds of visitors who can't resist their waddling ways, are under threat from loss of habitat, dwindling fish resources, and their human neighbours.
Nightlife
If you’re interested in another kind of wildlife, hit the nightclubs on Cape Town’s jumping Long St or sample African homebrew in a township shebeen.

Johannesbourg

Johannesburg in South Africa is the second largest city in Africa, with more than 3 million people calling this bustling metropolis home. Joburg, or Jozi as some prefer to call it, offers visitors an experience as unique and diverse as the city itself. Whether you are on business, in search of a cultural encounter, an adrenaline rush or simply want to relax and unwind for a few days, the city of Johannesburg has everything you’re looking for and more!

Kruger National Park

If you enjoy watching wildlife, this is arguably one of the greatest places on earth to do it. If you’re new to watching wildlife then you’ve chosen well. Kruger is one of the world’s most famed protected areas – known for its size, conservation history, wildlife diversity and ease of access. It’s a place where the drama of life and death plays out daily, with up-close, action-packed sightings of wildlife almost guaranteed. One morning you may spot lions feasting on a kill, and the next, a newborn impala struggling to take its first steps.

Durban

The Indian and colonial influences in this South African beach city can’t be missed, and the blend of cultures and architecture makes Durban unique in South Africa. Durban’s Golden Mile is a destination for surfers, families and fisherman, due to its blend of natural beauty and modern resort. Major-city attractions abound, making this a good destination for families and couples alike.

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