South Africa Travel & Accommodation Guide

While in the Western Cape, head off down the magnificent Garden Route or visit the lush and gorgeous Cape Winelands. 

See the Southern Right Whales up front and personal on the Overberg Whale Route or explore the Cape Point Route, to marvel over the spot where two oceans dramatically meet. 

For another city experience, visit Johannesburg and Pretoria to experience the history and culture of South Africa and enjoy a shopping experience. Take a trip down to Kwazulu-Natal - a fascinating and historic region, which includes major cities (Durban and Pietermaritzburg), the Elephant Coast, Kwazulu-Natal Midlands and the wondrous and mountainous Drakensberg mountains.

If you have always wanted to head out on safari, you have a choice of destinations in South Africa including the Addo Elephant Park on the Garden Route,  Hluhluwe in Kwazulu-Natal and not forgetting the world-famous Kruger National Park with each game reserve offering a range of options from luxury rooms to tented accommodation.

Read travel guides about South Africa ... plus extra travel information on each area's web page to learn interesting facts about South Africa and its people, prior to your visit.

Although renowned for its safari adventures, South Africa has much to offer visitors of every taste. Come for the scenery and wildlife, stay for the food, the award-winning vineyards and the world-class entertainment. 

Hire a car to help in your travels around South Africa to make your travels easier between Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.  Don't forget to think ahead and get some tips on buying travel insurance to cover any unforeseen eventualities during your holiday in South Africa.

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