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SSouth Africa is a dynamic, vibrant destination that offers an unrivalled wealth of experiences to the traveller. And who better to serve as ambassadors than the people who know it best - the locals. Meet Your South Africa with the people that know it best. #MeetYourSouthAfrica

Discover Your South Africa

From dramatic mountains, sub-tropical rainforests and wildlife-rich savannahs to buzzing cities, endless beaches and a rich cultural history - South Africa is a country of astounding diversity, with an incredible variety of landscapes, wildlife and culture. Take the quiz to discover your ideal South African getaway.

10 REASONS

to explore
South Africa

01

Wildlife safari

When you've seen a pride of lions resting in the shade in summer or a herd of elephant crossing the road on their way to the watering hole, it’s an incredible reminder of why the untouched wild has always been so inspiring. Explore it!

02

Vibrant culture

With Ndebele, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Swazi, Venda, Afrikaans, Cape Malay, Cape Coloured, Khoisan and European cultures all calling this land home, South Africa is certainly a melting pot of diverse cultural depth worth exploring!

03

Active adventure

Fancy taking a dip with a great white shark? Or hiking up a mountain? What about plunging off the world’s highest commercial bridge bungee? Whatever gets your heart racing, South Africa’s got it!

04

Breathtaking scenery

Endless horizons, deep valleys, soaring mountains, cliff sides overlooking endless oceans – a journey through South Africa will take your breath away and leave you with memories that will last forever.

05

Sun-soaked coasts

Teeming with marine life and some of the best surfing the world has to offer and an abundance of blue-flag beaches, South Africa’s sun-soaked coast lies ready all-year round to share its secrets, adventures and lazy days with you.

06

Bustling city life

From the calm serenity of sundowners at the beach in Cape Town to the boundless energy of a nightclub in Johannesburg, South Africa’s cities buzz with the soul of a nation. Feel the rhythm of South Africa in an urban safari and let the beat of the concrete jungle flow through you.

07

World-class infrastructure

Whether you’re hitching a ride via plane, train, bus or car, with world-class infrastructure, it’s easy to get to your next South African adventure.

08

World Heritage Sites

South Africa has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, areas that have been given special international status for their unique qualities. If you are interested in culture and South African history, then you may well want to consider visiting one of these sites.

09

Exceptional value

You won’t need to put yourself out of pocket for your South African adventure. With options available for every budget, South Africa offers exceptional value for your hard earned money.

10

Something for everyone, everywhere

Whether you’re in it for wildlife, adventure, lifestyle, culture or scenery – there are always multiple experiences for every type of traveller around the corner no matter which part of the country you’re in. That’s the beauty of it!

01 Wildlife safari

02 Vibrant culture

03 Active adventure

04 Breathtaking scenery

05 Sun-soaked coasts

06 Bustling city life

07 World-class infrastructure

08 World Heritage Sites

09 Exceptional value

10 Something for everyone, everywhere

What would you like to experience?

Breathtaking scenery

Breathtaking scenery

A journey through South Africa will take your breath away and leave you with memories that will last forever.

Bustling city life

Bustling city life

Feel the rhythm of South Africa in an urban safari and let the beat of the concrete jungle flow through you.

Vibrant culture

Vibrant culture

With numerous cultures calling this land home, South Africa is certainly a vibrant melting pot worth exploring!

Active adventure

Active adventure

Whatever gets your heart racing, South Africa’s got it!

Wildlife safari

Wildlife safari

An incredible reminder of why the untouched wild has always been so inspiring.

Sun-soaked coasts

Sun-soaked coasts

South Africa’s sun-soaked coast lies ready all-year round to share its secrets, adventures and lazy days with you.

South Africa on social media

KwaZulu-Natal. 🇿🇦 Not only is it home to Africa's oldest game reserve and some of the world's best snorkelling and scuba diving sites, it's also home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the homeland of the great King Shaka, the founder of the Zulu Nation.

KwaZulu-Natal. 🇿🇦Not only is it home to Africa's oldest game reserve and some of the world's best snorkelling and… https://t.co/ymXg7rYuPU

Part of the Jo'Burg's regeneration projects, the vibrant and buzzing Maboneng Precinct is jam-packed with creativit… https://t.co/EcjGODL4lg

Mad on wine? Here's why the Cape Winelands should be top of your bucket list! 🍷🍷🍷https://t.co/3AmXXHCPSC RT… https://t.co/bIcIRTcJ76

@InsideEdgeDMC @PilanesbergNP @SAT_UKI_Trade @flysaa_DE @safricainpics @GermanEmbassySA Looks absolutely fabulous!… https://t.co/qYTO6hqkGa

@MyPE So many amazing things to add to the list. To be honest we found it almost impossible to stick at just 11! 😃 😃 😃

@AlgoaBayMarine Whale and dolphin watching is a great call! 😃 Definitely needs to be added into the next video too!

@AndyBeveridge3 WOW! Looks incredible (and what lovely weather too!) What are your plans for the rest of your day? 😃

@Karoo_stories @SouthAfrica @ExploreEastCape @visit_EC @KarooSpace @KarooHeartland Both are GREAT suggestions! Than… https://t.co/G68Btdl1qx

Here's a few more snaps from Ross Jennings (aka @FirstPiper) and his surprise trip to Jo'Burg and the surrounding a… https://t.co/I8zSNmj88G

@TheLoftsKnysna @SwimWithSeals @Plett_Tourism This looks magnificent. Thanks for the recommendation :)

@FirstPiper @KLM_UK Looks incredible! We hope you're enjoying South Africa so far. What's the plan for today? 🇿🇦

We flew Ross Jennings (aka @FirstPiper) blindfolded and with no idea where he was going on a surprise trip to.....J… https://t.co/AWM4mXvJCM

Not only is it #WorldWaterDay, it's also #InternationalDayoftheSeal. If you want to spot some seals for yourself,… https://t.co/RGL5Rsf4id

💦 Happy #WorldWaterDay! Here's @CapeTownMag's guide to secret rock pools and hidden waterfalls to explore in the We… https://t.co/zBGLuPsMNF

💦 Happy World Water Day! 💦 Here's CapeTownMagazine.com's guide to secret rock pools and hidden waterfalls to explore in the Western Cape: http://bit.ly/2Grh2DZ Pictured are the rockpools at Bains Kloof Pass, caught on camera by photographer Ekaterina Goroshko (aka @travellersplanet on Instagram.)

"With its incredible panoramic vistas, deep valleys, indigenous forests & crystal clear pools, The Drakensberg is t… https://t.co/Natwc2Vk37

The majestic Drakensberg mountain range in KwaZulu-Natal is an absolute must for anyone looking to do some serious… https://t.co/N9AodjXrhd

😃 Clive gives us his best smile for #InternationalDayofHappiness. He always was a bit of a flirt! 😉 This happy-lo… https://t.co/RnLDllKtCg

@JillSwan13 @JolieJanine @BonganiLodge Magnificent shots Jill! The lilac breasted roller really is a beautiful bird… https://t.co/780rAiMeD9

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