South Africa Holidays

South Africa Holidays
South Africa, known as the 'Rainbow Nation', is a fascinating and diverse country, offering everything from relaxing beach holidays to exhilarating adventure tours. A country of extreme contrasts, South Africa boasts stunning coastlines on the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, blessed with white sands and warm blue waters, and an interior filled with deserts, mountain ranges and game parks, just waiting to be explored. Add to this some of the most cosmopolitan cities offering the best in culture, dining and entertainment, and it's no wonder more people than ever are enjoying the best that holidays in South Africa have to offer.

Holidays in South Africa - Vibrant cities leading to the spectacular beauty inland
Flying into the international airports of Johannesburg, Durban or Cape Town, many visitors start their holiday be exploring these enticing cities of South Africa. Cape Town, known as the 'Mother City' of South Africa, is a vibrant and sophisticated city on the southwest coast, one dominated by the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain, and home to an exciting mix of cultures offering a lively and bustling city scene. Spend time people-watching at the V & A Waterfront at Cape Town harbour, relax in front of the sunset on the glorious beaches or follow one of the famous Wine Routes and enjoy tastings in the beautiful vineyards of the region. Over on the east coast of South Africa, the city of Durban, Africas' busiest port, also offers a cosmopolitan scene - wonderful shopping, dining and entertainment, together with the fabulous beaches along the Indian Ocean. The central city of Johannesburg is the financial and economic centre and, fast-moving and continually developing, truly reflects the heart of the real South Africa. From these cities the vast inland can be explored, from the beautiful Western Cape and the Garden Route down south, to the stunning game reserves such as the world-renowned Kruger National Park, and the famous playground of Sun City in the north, and the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains and the historic battlefields of Zululand in western South Africa.

Holidays in South Africa - Something for everyone, from safaris to white-sandy beaches
Most visitors to South Africa come to experience the wildlife that roams throughout the country, with the numerous game parks and reserves giving tourists a chance to see the Big Five - rhino, elephant, lion, buffalo and leopard - up close. Accommodation on safari is varied, ranging from wilderness tours in the bush, to fully catered luxurious 5 star lodges. South Africa is an ideal destination for the adventure traveller and those who love the outdoors, with the most exceptional terrain for hiking, rock-climbing, and mountain-biking found amongst the countrys' spectacular scenery. Visitors to South Africa can also find perfect conditions for golfing, angling and horse-rding, with the coastline offering scuba-diving, surfing and deep-sea fishing, as well as dolphin and whale-watching. As well as exploring the spectacular landscapes of South Africa, soak up the African culture by visiting one of the traditional villages or townships, learn about the regions' rich and turbulent history and enjoy the wealth of dining and shopping that the country has to offer.         


South Africa Holidays & Resorts

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