South Africa Travel Guide
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At the very tip of the continent, this country is an excellent introduction to Africa. South Africa is the continent's most developed country, and is many worlds in one: modern bustling cities, ancient rock art, gorgeous beaches, fabulous game lodges and national parks, mountain ranges, desert, wildlife, and winelands. South Africans are among the most welcoming people, and the country's emergence from its turbulent past provides a dramatic history and the promise of something new every time you visit.
Experience South Africa
Regions in South Africa
Cities in South Africa
- Alicedale
- Arniston (Waenhuiskrans)
- Babanango
- Betty's Bay
- Bredasdorp
- Bulungula
- Cape Town
- Cintsa
- Citrusdal
- Clanwilliam
- Coffee Bay
- Darling
- De Rust
- Dundee
- Durban
- East London
- Elands Bay
- Franschhoek
Parks and Preserves in South Africa
- Addo Elephant National Park
- Kruger National Park
- Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
- Manyeleti Game Reserve
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My husband and I live in Cape Town and it has been our home for the past 25 years – I am from the England.
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Including international travel from the US and transfers between parks and countries, the entire duration of this trip is about 3 weeks total.
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My family - which includes our two 14 year-old children - are considering a 2 week trip to South Africa at the end of July. Read more
