South Africa is breathtakingly diverse in landscape and holiday experiences. Many first-time visitors make a beeline for the Cape, Winelands, the Garden Route and Kruger National Park, and with good reason, but this amazing land rewards a longer-than-usual stay, giving you a chance to enjoy less well-known adventures such as the Battlefields and the mighty Drakensberg Mountains of Kwazulu Natal; the fascinating blend of cultures and awesome scenery in Mpumalanga and the Limpop Province.
Some of the tailor made holidays and attractions in South Africa are:
Cape Town: The Beautifully situated city of Cape Town offers guests myraid of ways to spend the day. Best known for Table Mountain which froms the backdrop to the city, Cape Town's major attractions include the Kirstenbosch Gardens, cruises to Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned, the vibrant V&A Waterfront, stunning beaches and tours to the rugged Cape of Good Hope. More>> |  |
Kruger National Park: Is a vast area 700km long and 400km wide. It's long western boundary is formed by Nothern Province (Limpopo) to the north and Mpumalanga to the south. Here there are many private reserves offering exquisite safari experiences. As well as the "BIG FIVE" (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) and more than 500 different types of bird have been recorded. Experience one of these superb tailor made holidays More>> |  |
Winelands: The Winelands of South Africa have been described as the most beautiful and scenic in the world, and are a true 365 days a year destination. Stellenbosch, the oldest town in the country after Cape Town is undoubtedly the most scenic and historically preserved town in Southern Africa. Franschhoek was originally known as 'Olifants Hoek', after elephants took to calving in the sheltered valley. Experience one of these superb tailor made holidays. More>> |  |
Garden Route: The Garden Route's a treasure trove of glorious scenery, exotic plant species and unique wildlife lies between Mossel Bay and Storms River. In a province dominated by a Mediterranean climate, the sheer extravagance of the tropical forests, brilliantly hued birds and regal mountains is overwhelming. Knysna, perfectly located to explore the highlights of the Garden Route, has a variety of restaurants, cafes and bars to relax in after the day's encounters. More>> |  |
Overberg: Frequented by Southern Right Whales that court, mate and calve on the Cape coast annually, these magnificent mammals can easily be viewed from the shoreline between June and November. Blessed with white sand beaches, hidden coves and many watersports, this bountiful coast is sure to provide a magical holiday. More>> |  |
Namibia never fails to enthral it's visitors, to change the fantasies and imaginations of narrators in their efforts to aptly describe the many-facetted grandeur and harsh splendour of this desert country. Namibia is known for its contrasting landscapes. The desolate Namib Desert is said to be the oldest in the world, with its high dunes and awe-inspiring sense of space.
The Skeleton Coast: Stretching from the south of Namibia up into Angola, the Skeleton Coast and its hinterland is a landscape of haunting beauty, a vast area of rollong sand dunes, expanses of uninhabited desert plains, fossil beds, unique geologiacl formations, desert-adapted animals and strange vegetation. More>> |  |
The Sossusvlei: Namibia's famous highlight in the heart of the Namib Desert, is a huge clay pan, enclosed by giant sand dunes. Tailor made holidays in the Nambi desert have spectacular hills of sand are at a height of 300 metres, the highest in the world. Only after a heavy rainfall, which ia a rare event in this area, does the vlei fill with water. As the clay layers hardly allow and water infiltration, a turquoise lake will remain for quite some time. More>> |  |
Etosha Game Park: Was declared a National Park in 1907 and covering an area of 22 270 square km, it is home to 114 mammal species, 340 bird species, 110 reptile species, 16 amphibian species and, surpisingly, one species of fish. Etosha, meaning "Great White Place", is dominated by a massive mineral pan. The pan is part of the Kalahari Basin, the floor of which was formed around 1000 million years ago. The Etosha Pan covers around 25% of the National Park. Experience one of these superb tailor made holidays More>> |  |
Zambia is home to Victoria Falls, the wild Zambezi River, breath-taking lakes and wetlands, a profusion of birds, abundant wildlife, and raw, pulsating wilderness...all in one friendly country. Zambia has the largest water resources in the whole of Southern Africa with five massive lakes and plentiful rivers offering excellent fishing aswell as other activities.
Victoria Falls: Is recognised as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, and has been declared a World Heritage site. Ensuring minimal environmental impact has been one of the prime considerations. Journey to this magical place and witness the greatest mass of falling water on Earth as it plunges down sheer rock face, spraying its mystical mist hundreds of metres in the air. More>> |  |
The Indian Ocean Islands are among the most exotic, and beautiful in the world. The mystical Seychelles, with their giant granite boulders and fabolous beaches, the Maldives beautiful coral atolls and luxurious over-water bungalows, Mauritius lush tropical beauty, Madagascar's tropical mountains, the Benguerra Island's two mile reef are all different, exotic and exciting. The Indian Ocean is quite a way to go, but well worth the troube to get there.
The Archipelago: Consists of four main islands; Bazaruto Island, Benguerra Island, Margarque Island and Santa Carolina Island. The islands are covered by large sand dunes and freshwater lakes, which are nesting grounds for beautiful black-winged flamingoes. More>> |  |
Mauritius: What makes Mauritius so special is not so much its tropical ambience but its multicultural identity, and a culture that combines the best of French style, Creole exuberance, Indian elegance and Chinese cuisine can only be fascinating. But these diverse cultures have not just co-existed - each has gained a little from the other over the years to offer a truly Mauritian experience. Experience one of these superb tailor made holidays. More>> |  |
Zanzibar: Brilliant white beaches lapped by the warm turquoise watres of the Indian Ocean provade the perfect place to relax, soak up the sun and take a break from some busy sightseeing. There are more than 25 fantastic beaches in Zanzibar, and some are so peaceful and remote that the only noise breaking the silence is likely to be the ocean. More >> |  |
