Places to go

Did you know that South Africa is home to the real life Lion King? And with The Lion King now out in cinemas, we thought there was no better time to tell you a little bit more about the awesome characters you can meet in person right here in South Africa!

2019 celebrates 25 years of freedom and today we mark Nelson Mandela Day; the birthday of the South African pioneer of democracy. The day calls for the world to give 67 minutes of their time to change the world for the better in commemoration of the 67 years Mandela fought for social justice. Some of the goals of Nelson Mandela Day include reducing hunger through the provision of nutritious meals, eliminating homelessness, providing quality education for all children and more. What will you be doing to make the world a better place? #MandelaDay #25YearsOfFreedom Find out more: www.mandeladay.com

Put your feet up and relax with this fully-hosted tour as you make your way around the scenic eastern region of South Africa - from the crashing waves in Durban, to safari in Kruger National Park. Book now and take advantage of this 6 night package, including return flights from $1,920. https://www.southafrica.net/au/en/travel/deal/wild-kingdoms

One of the most amazing things about South Africa is that you are never far from an adventure, like horse riding on one of Durban's pristine beaches. Who's keen to saddle up and canter down a stretch of unspoiled coastline at sunset?

What's the best way to spend 24 hours in Durban? Let our ambassador @Urzila Carlson, be your tour guide around this beautiful coastal city as she takes in the The Oyster Box Hotel, North Beach, the Indian Quarter and the PheZulu Village.

Everyone has a favourite animal that they dream about seeing on safari. For many, it's the notoriously hard to spot leopard. What animal would you be most excited to find? Comment below 🦁🐘🐞🐆

Safari can be an amazing experience for the whole family. South Africa has several malaria-free reserves which are perfect to visit with your children, located all across the country. Game drives can be kept shorter if you're travelling with younger children and our friendly rangers love nothing more than educating little ones. https://www.southafrica.net/au/en/travel/article/a-safari-adventure-for-the-whole-family?fbclid=IwAR10GZ4kRZHPU-etG4DqptjBndKw4ESqO94dx_yxwpsUWiOfSY0EcIReCq0

Did you know that you can mountain bike through Kruger National Park on a guided tour? Whether you're travelling with family or travelling solo, the trails are graded so you can choose from moderate to more strenuous terrains depending on your skill level. For the adrenaline seekers, the Letaba Route is considered one of the best mountain biking routes in the world, a true off-road bush experience.

Safari doesn’t just have to be on land! Visit the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a huge variety of wildlife. One of our favourite places is Lake St. Lucia, South Africa's largest estuarine system and home to over 800 hippos and 1200 crocodiles. It's definitely worth the boat trip!

Did you know that Addo Elephant Park is the only place in the world where you can view the Big 7? The Big 7 consists of the rhino, leopard, lion, buffalo, elephant, southern white whale and the Great White Shark, making this a must visit on any trip to the Eastern Cape in South Africa. Insider tip: visit on a hot day and wait by the watering holes, the elephants are always thirsty!

Wake up to the sound of roaring lions and the howling of hyenas as the sun rises over the African bush. Sip on your morning coffee before heading out on an open-air game drive to discover the serenity of the bush for yourself. Oh, and did we mention the sunsets? Book now and take advantage of these special 9 or 14 day packages including return flights. https://www.southafrica.net/au/en/travel/deal/9-day-kruger-safari-with-return-south-african-airways-flights

It's World Oceans Day which highlights the impact that oceans have on our country. South Africa is home to Cape Agulhas, where the Indian Ocean meets the Atlantic. It supports a rich diversity of marine life including over 100 species of shark, 37 species of whale as well as our very own South African fur seals. The South African Government has introduced a system of Marine Protected Areas to conserve our marine ecosystems, which is a positive step in protecting our oceans for future generations. Discover how you can get involved with marine conservation in here: www.marinedynamics.org