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PPlaces to go
WWith nine provinces to explore, each with a soul of their own, you’ll never run out of memories to make.
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Western Cape
Western Cape
Western Cape
Western Cape
The scenic splendour of the Western Cape has long been a drawcard in South Africa.
Gauteng
Gauteng
Geographically the smallest province, Gauteng is an urban playground of note, taking in the cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria.
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa’s third-smallest province, KwaZulu-Natal has a wealth of scenic and cultural attractions.
Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Johannesburg, the City of Gold, has so much to offer with wonderful restaurants, relaxed sidewalk cafes, laughter-filled shebeens, glitzy shopping malls, tranquil parks, unique emotive museums and monuments, thrilling casinos, busy townships, stunning galleries, funky nightclubs, and more.
Provinces
Gauteng
Gauteng
Geographically the smallest province, Gauteng is an urban playground of note, taking in the cities of Johannesburg and Pretoria.
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa’s third-smallest province, KwaZulu-Natal has a wealth of scenic and cultural attractions.
Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga
Mpumalanga means ‘the land of the rising sun’ in the local siSwati and Zulu languages, a name it derives from lying on the eastern border of the country.
Free State
Free State
Free State
Free State
The Free State is essentially an agricultural province and its appeal lies in its scenic beauty, rural tranquillity and natural attractions.
Western Cape
Western Cape
Western Cape
Western Cape
The scenic splendour of the Western Cape has long been a drawcard in South Africa.
Northern Cape
Northern Cape
Northern Cape
Northern Cape
The Northern Cape is the largest of South Africa’s provinces but has the smallest population, making it one of the more remote areas of the country.
Limpopo
Limpopo
Limpopo
Limpopo
Limpopo has become a sought-after tourist destination for its big game, exceptional birding, untamed bush landscapes and an ancient African kingdom.
Cities
Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Johannesburg, the City of Gold, has so much to offer with wonderful restaurants, relaxed sidewalk cafes, laughter-filled shebeens, glitzy shopping malls, tranquil parks, unique emotive museums and monuments, thrilling casinos, busy townships, stunning galleries, funky nightclubs, and more.
Pretoria
Pretoria
Known as the “Jacaranda City”, for all the purple blossom-bedecked trees, Pretoria is a lovely, quiet capital city.
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth (PE) is not only home to stunning beaches, interesting museums and award-winning wildlife destinations.
Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein
When you’re in the Free State, or on the road from Cape Town to Joburg, you absolutely have to make a stop in Bloemfontein.
Mbombela
Mbombela
Mbombela, the capital of the Mpumalanga province, is a vibrant, sub-tropical city that combines a rich history surrounded by untouched wildlife and plenty of adrenaline-fueled adventure.
Polokwane
Polokwane
Polokwane is the capital city of Limpopo, and has a vibrant mix of people and interesting culture.
Small town charm
Wildlife safari
Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve
Wildlife safari
Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve
Many of Limpopo’s rivers have their source in the mountains of the Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve, which is also dense in indigenous forest and offers accommodation.
Pubs and bars in the Eastern Cape
Pubs and bars in the Eastern Cape
Some of the best bars in South Africa can be found in the small towns of the Eastern Cape. Learn more about the history of these charming locations over a pint; get talking to the locals and listen to their stories; or tuck into a delicious, home-cooked meal. Whatever you decide to spend your time doing, a warm welcome is always on the cards.
Breathtaking scenery
Free State birding route
Breathtaking scenery
Free State birding route
With varying habitats along the way, you can expect to see a plethora of birdlife on the Free State birding route. The Free State is also one of the most scenic parts of South Africa, making it a must-see for birders and keen photographers.
Breathtaking scenery
A French Affair in Franschhoek
Breathtaking scenery
A French Affair in Franschhoek
The Franschhoek Wine Route offers an array of innovative food and wine pairings. The town of Franschhoek has a rich Gallic heritage dating back to 1688 and refers to itself as ‘South Africa’s gourmet capital’.
Breathtaking scenery
West Coast Wine Route
Breathtaking scenery
West Coast Wine Route
The West Coast Wine Route follows the N7 North and has a surprisingly large selection and quality of award winning wines to chose from. It includes boutique and garagiste producers, along with some of the largest wineries in the country.
Vibrant culture
South African English culture: introducing a new urban influence
Vibrant culture
South African English culture: introducing a new urban influence
Eastern Cape province is the heartland of South African English culture, as the site of the first mass settlement of British settlers around the city they called Grahamstown – now renamed Makhanda.
Sun-soaked coasts
Leliefontein to Kleinzee: the Shipwreck and Daisies Route
Sun-soaked coasts
Leliefontein to Kleinzee: the Shipwreck and Daisies Route
South Africa’s Shipwreck and Daisies Route from Leliefontein to Kleinzee in Northern Cape combines astounding natural beauty with Namaqualand hospitality and a side-order of history and culture.
Sun-soaked coasts
The Maritime Museum, Mossel Bay: relive stirring sea tales
Sun-soaked coasts
The Maritime Museum, Mossel Bay: relive stirring sea tales
The Maritime Museum in Mossel Bay, which offers visitors a glimpse of 15th-Century seafaring life, is a great starting point to explore this historic Western Cape town.
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