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AA safari in the untouched wild, a breathtaking view, a sun-soaked beach, the pulse of a bustling city, a fascinating window into a vibrant culture, an unforgettable adventure through an outdoor playground – in South Africa you can have it all!
Wildlife safari
Wildlife safari
Tips for first time visitors to the Kruger National Park
Wildlife safari
Tips for first time visitors to the Kruger National Park
Not only can you catch a glimpse of the famous Big Five, but you will find yourself surrounded by hundreds of bird species, ancient trees, winding rivers, superb accommodation and adventure.
Sun-soaked coasts
You’ve never met penguins like these before! Watch on Netflix
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Sun-soaked coasts
You’ve never met penguins like these before! Watch on Netflix
Boulders Beach, just outside Cape Town, has so much going for it you will be blown away by the beauty of the small hidden attraction. The ancient granite boulders protect it from the wind and large waves, which makes it an ideal swimming spot for children. Because it falls under the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, the beach is always clean and safe, and it is rarely crowded. This comes at the cost of a small price, but who wouldn’t be willing to part ways with R65 for a day in this paradise?
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Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
The Oscar-winning documentary celebrates South Africa’s biodiversity, the 3 rd most biodiverse country on Earth, and home to the only place in the world where the Marine Big five (Southern Right Whales, Dolphins, Great White Sharks, Cape Fur Seals and African penguins) are all in close proximity to the shore.
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Never has wellness been more relevant, with health and immunity now at the forefront of consciousness after months spent at home during lockdown, and entirely new concepts added to the plethora of health concerns - from Zoom fatigue and maskne to the loneliness induced by self-isolation.
Here are some of South Africa’s top wellness experiences for travellers to nurture the mind, body, and spirit on a 2021 post-lockdown trip.
Wildlife safari
The Bird Island Group Marine Protected Area
Wildlife safari
The Bird Island Group Marine Protected Area
On a boat cruise around the Bird Island Group, protected by South African National Parks, you’ll see African penguins, Cape gannets, whales, sharks and dolphins.
Wildlife safari
Surprises and adventures along the Cango Route
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Wildlife safari
Surprises and adventures along the Cango Route
The Cango Route stretches from Oudtshoorn, the world’s ostrich capital, over the R328 to the Swartberg Pass, a marvel in mountain pass construction, and back to Oudtshoorn. The road through the Cango Valley might only be 30km long, but if you take it slow and enjoy the attractions along the way, you’ll soon see the magic of it all.
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Wildlife safari
Mkhuze Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal: aflutter with birds and thick with game
Wildlife safari
Mkhuze Game Reserve, KwaZulu-Natal: aflutter with birds and thick with game
Mkhuze Game Reserve, in northern KwaZulu-Natal province’s vast iSimangaliso Wetland Park, has varied habitats where you can see rhino, elephant and other game, big and small, plus 420 bird species.
Wildlife safari
Limpopo province: birds, big game and plenty of history and culture
Wildlife safari
Limpopo province: birds, big game and plenty of history and culture
Limpopo province has the Kruger National Park and scores more game reserves for birders and wildlife fans – it also boasts fossils, historic remains and traditional South African cultures.
Food & Drink
Franschhoek - South Africa’s food and wine capital
Franschhoek - South Africa’s food and wine capital
A very popular Franschhoek activity is wine tasting and you can visit some of the world's most-acclaimed wine estates here. The area is also famous for producing hand-turned sparkling wines in the French style, called cap classique. The town's main road is lined with restaurants, some run by award-winning chefs.
Breathtaking scenery
Unique ways of exploring the Cape Winelands - besides merely tasting wine
Breathtaking scenery
Unique ways of exploring the Cape Winelands - besides merely tasting wine
Ideas on how to explore various parts of the Cape Winelands differently.
Freshly grown – food of the Free State
Freshly grown – food of the Free State
Dining in the Free State means helpings of cheese, beef, lamb, wild game, trout, cherries, apples, peaches, asparagus and more.
Fashion and food at South Africa’s top malls
Fashion and food at South Africa’s top malls
South Africa offers world-class shopping and dining in malls around Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.
Portuguese and Mozambican magic – Afro-Lusitanian food
Portuguese and Mozambican magic – Afro-Lusitanian food
South Africa was never a Portuguese colony but, in recent decades, Afro-Lusitanian food has become very popular in restaurants around the country.
Breathtaking scenery
Smithfield is a central stopover with good food and ambience
Breathtaking scenery
Smithfield is a central stopover with good food and ambience
Smithfield is a good central stop between Johannesburg and the Wild Coast or Johannesburg and Durban. It boasts an artistic local community with good local eateries, excellent birding and numerous mountain bike trails.
World-class food and award-winning wines
World-class food and award-winning wines
The country offers excellent wines and superb dining options, especially home-grown cuisine. The Cape Winelands are renowned for their many wine estates, often with award-winning restaurants on site.
Breathtaking scenery
Kirstenbosch Craft and Food Market
Breathtaking scenery
Kirstenbosch Craft and Food Market
Quality crafts and delicious artisanal foods are available from more than 200 stalls at the Kirstenbosch Craft and Food Market held on the last Sunday of each month at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.
Active adventure
Active adventure
Challenge yourself with the Midlands Ultra Triathlon
Active adventure
Challenge yourself with the Midlands Ultra Triathlon
Challenge yourself with the Mandela Day Triathlon
Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
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Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
Here, we bring you some of the best on-screen locations that you can experience on your next trip to South Africa – and which films to watch before you visit!
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Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
The Oscar-winning documentary celebrates South Africa’s biodiversity, the 3 rd most biodiverse country on Earth, and home to the only place in the world where the Marine Big five (Southern Right Whales, Dolphins, Great White Sharks, Cape Fur Seals and African penguins) are all in close proximity to the shore.
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Never has wellness been more relevant, with health and immunity now at the forefront of consciousness after months spent at home during lockdown, and entirely new concepts added to the plethora of health concerns - from Zoom fatigue and maskne to the loneliness induced by self-isolation.
Here are some of South Africa’s top wellness experiences for travellers to nurture the mind, body, and spirit on a 2021 post-lockdown trip.
Active adventure
There's a lot more to South Africa than Lions and Springboks!
Active adventure
There's a lot more to South Africa than Lions and Springboks!
It’s rugby’s ultimate adventure, the greatest tour of all. Every four years the very best players from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales unite as one to undertake a truly remarkable journey.
Active adventure
The Robberg Nature Reserve
Active adventure
The Robberg Nature Reserve
The Robberg Nature Reserve lies along South Africa's gorgeous Garden Route and is famed for its flourishing Cape fur seal colony, whales, incredible southern ocean and coastal bird life and unique fynbos.
Active adventure
An aerial adrenaline rush – Ceres Zip Slide Tour
Active adventure
An aerial adrenaline rush – Ceres Zip Slide Tour
The Ceres Zip Slide Tour, in the Western Cape, offers Africa’s longest zip line, with 8 slides that allow for a 1.4km aerial journey amid beautiful scenery.
Active adventure
Windsurfing in Cape Town
Active adventure
Windsurfing in Cape Town
Windsurfing is popular in Cape Town - Bloubergstrand and Langebaan are popular destinations. Windsurfing is also popular inland on lakes, dams and rivers.
Vibrant culture
Vibrant culture
Meet some of the local content and talent responsible for reviving South Africa's Tourism Industry
Vibrant culture
Meet some of the local content and talent responsible for reviving South Africa's Tourism Industry
A cultural affinity survey showed that audiences abroad are 3.1 times more likely to travel to South Africa after watching the collection highlights – proving the content as a creative solution to drive tourism into the country. Viewers of Blood and Water, were especially attracted to the landmarks and monuments depicted in the show. Attractions that were explored by co-stars of the hit show, Dillon Windvogel and Ama Qamata, in this YouTube video where they walk through the stunning city of Cape Town. South Africa’s oldest town. The Mother City.
Vibrant culture
South Africa has ten World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO
Vibrant culture
South Africa has ten World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO
South Africa boasts a remarkable number of World Heritage Sites. There are ten Sites in total as declared by Unesco given their significance in evolution and historical importance.
Breathtaking scenery
Feast your eyes, feed your soul and be inspired by South Africa in full bloom
Breathtaking scenery
Feast your eyes, feed your soul and be inspired by South Africa in full bloom
South Africa is unique. It is one country in the world where one can weave a vibrant tapestry of culture and heritage from the many and varied attractions, experiences and
influences that permeate daily living.
Vibrant culture
How do you enjoy a South African-style 'staycation' in the UK?
Vibrant culture
How do you enjoy a South African-style 'staycation' in the UK?
How do you enjoy a South African-style 'staycation' in the UK?
Vibrant culture
Welcome to Vilakazi Street
Vibrant culture
Welcome to Vilakazi Street
The township of Soweto to the south-west of Johannesburg has transformed from a legacy of the apartheid era to a vibrant, energetic hub that will ignite your senses and immerse you in true South African culture. The thriving heart of Soweto is one of the most well-known streets in South Africa, Vilakazi Street.
Vibrant culture
Discover the newly launched Brew Route
Vibrant culture
Discover the newly launched Brew Route
Attention beer lovers! 🍻 Discover the newly launched Brew Route on our story today, catering to all of your local craft desires.
Vibrant culture
Ronnies Sex Shop
Vibrant culture
Ronnies Sex Shop
Along Route 62, between Barrydale and Ladysmith is the world-famous Ronnies Sex Shop. It is one of the most popular pubs on the route and travellers on the road stop for refreshments and a photograph of themselves next to the ‘Ronnies Sex Shop’ sign.
Breathtaking scenery
Breathtaking scenery
11 reasons to visit South Africa
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Breathtaking scenery
11 reasons to visit South Africa
11 reasons to visit South Africa - find out why South Africa is the winter sun holiday you've been waiting for.
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Vibrant culture
South Africa has ten World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO
Vibrant culture
South Africa has ten World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO
South Africa boasts a remarkable number of World Heritage Sites. There are ten Sites in total as declared by Unesco given their significance in evolution and historical importance.
Breathtaking scenery
Feast your eyes, feed your soul and be inspired by South Africa in full bloom
Breathtaking scenery
Feast your eyes, feed your soul and be inspired by South Africa in full bloom
South Africa is unique. It is one country in the world where one can weave a vibrant tapestry of culture and heritage from the many and varied attractions, experiences and
influences that permeate daily living.
Breathtaking scenery
Six reasons to visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park
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Breathtaking scenery
Six reasons to visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Six reasons to visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park
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Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
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Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
Here, we bring you some of the best on-screen locations that you can experience on your next trip to South Africa – and which films to watch before you visit!
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Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
Active adventure
The Great African sea forest and beyond - Learn more about the inspiration behind 'My Octopus Teacher'
The Oscar-winning documentary celebrates South Africa’s biodiversity, the 3 rd most biodiverse country on Earth, and home to the only place in the world where the Marine Big five (Southern Right Whales, Dolphins, Great White Sharks, Cape Fur Seals and African penguins) are all in close proximity to the shore.
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Never has wellness been more relevant, with health and immunity now at the forefront of consciousness after months spent at home during lockdown, and entirely new concepts added to the plethora of health concerns - from Zoom fatigue and maskne to the loneliness induced by self-isolation.
Here are some of South Africa’s top wellness experiences for travellers to nurture the mind, body, and spirit on a 2021 post-lockdown trip.
Breathtaking scenery
The Paarl Wine Route
Breathtaking scenery
The Paarl Wine Route
The Paarl Wine Route is along one of the country’s major wine-producing areas and some of the biggest names in the South African wine industry are found here.
Sun-soaked coast
Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
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Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
Here, we bring you some of the best on-screen locations that you can experience on your next trip to South Africa – and which films to watch before you visit!
1
Sun-soaked coasts
You’ve never met penguins like these before! Watch on Netflix
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Sun-soaked coasts
You’ve never met penguins like these before! Watch on Netflix
Boulders Beach, just outside Cape Town, has so much going for it you will be blown away by the beauty of the small hidden attraction. The ancient granite boulders protect it from the wind and large waves, which makes it an ideal swimming spot for children. Because it falls under the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, the beach is always clean and safe, and it is rarely crowded. This comes at the cost of a small price, but who wouldn’t be willing to part ways with R65 for a day in this paradise?
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Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Breathtaking scenery
Soul-searching in South Africa
Never has wellness been more relevant, with health and immunity now at the forefront of consciousness after months spent at home during lockdown, and entirely new concepts added to the plethora of health concerns - from Zoom fatigue and maskne to the loneliness induced by self-isolation.
Here are some of South Africa’s top wellness experiences for travellers to nurture the mind, body, and spirit on a 2021 post-lockdown trip.
Active adventure
The Robberg Nature Reserve
Active adventure
The Robberg Nature Reserve
The Robberg Nature Reserve lies along South Africa's gorgeous Garden Route and is famed for its flourishing Cape fur seal colony, whales, incredible southern ocean and coastal bird life and unique fynbos.
Wildlife safari
The Bird Island Group Marine Protected Area
Wildlife safari
The Bird Island Group Marine Protected Area
On a boat cruise around the Bird Island Group, protected by South African National Parks, you’ll see African penguins, Cape gannets, whales, sharks and dolphins.
Active adventure
Windsurfing in Cape Town
Active adventure
Windsurfing in Cape Town
Windsurfing is popular in Cape Town - Bloubergstrand and Langebaan are popular destinations. Windsurfing is also popular inland on lakes, dams and rivers.
Sun-soaked coasts
The Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (1)
Sun-soaked coasts
The Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (1)
The Wild Coast offers a variety of outdoor adventure activities for visitors with unspoilt, wild and natural landscapes, including hiking, horse riding, bird watching and various water sports, including fishing.
Sun-soaked coasts
Some of the world’s best surfing – Jeffreys Bay
Sun-soaked coasts
Some of the world’s best surfing – Jeffreys Bay
Surfing at Jeffreys Bay on the Eastern Cape’s Sunshine Coast means waves that range from 3ft to 10ft and run for up to 800m.
Bustling city life
Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
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Breathtaking scenery
South Africa on the big screen
Here, we bring you some of the best on-screen locations that you can experience on your next trip to South Africa – and which films to watch before you visit!
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Bustling city life
Five historical things to see and do in Gauteng
Bustling city life
Five historical things to see and do in Gauteng
A look at some interesting activities to partake in during a visit to the Gauteng province.
Fashion and food at South Africa’s top malls
Fashion and food at South Africa’s top malls
South Africa offers world-class shopping and dining in malls around Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town.
Bustling city life
Beer and passion – Bridge Street Micro Brewery, Port Elizabeth
Bustling city life
Beer and passion – Bridge Street Micro Brewery, Port Elizabeth
The Bridge Street Micro Brewery in Port Elizabeth is a brewery and restaurant with its own signature beers and ciders.
Bustling city life
SAB World of Beer, Johannesburg – celebrating the history of the amber elixir in Gauteng.
Bustling city life
SAB World of Beer, Johannesburg – celebrating the history of the amber elixir in Gauteng.
South African Breweries’ World of Beer in Newtown Cultural Precinct, Johannesburg, presents a fascinating history of beer globally, and brewing in South Africa – with some welcome samples thrown in.
Bustling city life
Surfing, exploring, learning and loving life in Cape Town this summer!
Bustling city life
Surfing, exploring, learning and loving life in Cape Town this summer!
Surfing, exploring, learning and loving life in Cape Town this summer!
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