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Discover the newly launched Brew Route

Vibrant culture

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Wildlife safari

A world of ancient aloes – quiver tree forest, Northern Cape

Wildlife safari

A world of ancient aloes – quiver tree forest, Northern Cape

The remarkable quiver tree forest in the Northern Cape is the largest aloe forest in the world and a cornerstone of Khoisan culture.

Breathtaking scenery

Wildlife, birds and natural beauty – South Africa’s national parks

Breathtaking scenery

Wildlife, birds and natural beauty – South Africa’s national parks

South Africa’s 19 national parks boast unique landscapes, abundant wildlife and birdlife and accommodation ranging from 5-star safari lodges to camping.

Wildlife safari

The giant quiver trees of Namaqualand are rare kings of the desert

Wildlife safari

The giant quiver trees of Namaqualand are rare kings of the desert

The critically endangered and rare, giant quiver trees are one of the most spectacular aloe species found in South Africa. They grow in northern Namaqualand and the Richtersveld.

Breathtaking scenery

Sociable weavers - birds that make haystacks

Breathtaking scenery

Sociable weavers - birds that make haystacks

Social weavers build large communal nests to survive the hot and cold of the Kalahari.

Breathtaking scenery

Succulent Karoo

Breathtaking scenery

Succulent Karoo

Succulent Karoo is a unique South African biome known for its wildflower extravaganza in spring. The vegetation is primarily made up of dwarf succulent shrubs. You won’t find as many plant species – mostly succulents – in other similarly sized arid areas in the world.

Northern Cape food terroir: desert delivers delectable dishes

South Africa’s blend of many cultures means that visitors to Northern Cape province can enjoy a food terroir that is as intriguing and unusual as it is delicious.

Active adventure

Paragliding in South Africa

Active adventure

Paragliding in South Africa

There are great paragliding locations, and adventure companies making the most of them, all over South Africa, whether you’re an experienced pilot or a beginner looking for a tandem thrill.

Wildlife safari

Sandgrouse: desert birds of the Kalahari with cunning tricks

Wildlife safari

Sandgrouse: desert birds of the Kalahari with cunning tricks

Sandgrouse, found in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and other Kalahari Desert reserves, are so well adapted to this arid environment that males can carry water many kilometres to their chicks.

Vibrant culture

Xhosa cuisine: the dishes and traditions

Vibrant culture

Xhosa cuisine: the dishes and traditions

Vibrant culture

African ancestors

Vibrant culture

African ancestors

African ancestors continue to give Africans a shared and personal sense of self-affirmation, identity and unfettered belonging.

Vibrant culture

Zulu cuisine: the dishes and traditions

Vibrant culture

Zulu cuisine: the dishes and traditions

Zulu cuisine is still very much influenced by tradition and its celebration of history and a commitment to culture.

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Discover the newly launched Brew Route

A world of ancient aloes – quiver tree forest, Northern Cape

Wildlife, birds and natural beauty – South Africa’s national parks

The giant quiver trees of Namaqualand are rare kings of the desert

Sociable weavers - birds that make haystacks

Succulent Karoo

Northern Cape food terroir: desert delivers delectable dishes

Paragliding in South Africa

Sandgrouse: desert birds of the Kalahari with cunning tricks

Xhosa cuisine: the dishes and traditions

African ancestors

Zulu cuisine: the dishes and traditions

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