A Guide to your Holiday in South Africa
Highlights, suggested holiday ideas and recommended safaris
Stunning scenery, long sandy beaches, vibrant city life, and excellent game viewing make South Africa an fantastic choice for an adventure holiday, honeymoon or family holiday.
Steeped in history and culture, there are world class attractions in every part of this vast country, from cosmopolitan Cape Town to the spectacular wildlife of the Greater Kruger Park. The excellent transport infrastructure, and the wide choice of hotels, safari lodges and guest houses means that South Africa is ideal for independent travellers...and as this is Africa you still get a real sense of adventure!
Our selection of popular South African holidays for 2013 / 2014 will give you some suggestions for your own trip, and if you would like to get some personal help and guidance on your holiday from one of our experienced travel consultants then enquire now - we'd be delighted to help!
Cape Town, the Garden Route, and a Safari in the Eastern Cape
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Fall in love with Cape Town, find new wines while visiting one of the many wineries of the Cape Winelands, and tour along the Garden Route - and if these are not enough highlights for one trip, end your holiday with an amazing Big 5 safari.
See our suggested itineraries for this route.
Prices from US$ 1,094 pp*
A Safari in Kruger, the Garden Route, and Cape Town
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Start with an unforgettable safari, tour along South Africa's popular Garden Route coastline to the Cape Winelands, and end your trip in Cape Town, one of the world's most spectacular cities. Can you think of a better way to spend your holiday?
See our suggested itineraries for this route.
Prices from US$ 1,753 pp*
Kruger National Park
The best South African safari holidays often include a few days in a private safari lodge in the world-famous Greater Kruger Park.
family safaris
A family safari can be a wonderfully rewarding holiday, and many lodges in South Africa welcome young children.
You can enjoy a Honeymoon Safaris and Romantic Holidays
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If you are looking for a very special place to spend your honeymoon, Southern and East Africa have everything you could ever want. The romantic mix of unspoilt beaches, game reserves teeming with wildlife, and stunning scenery makes for a perfect honeymoon destination, and the memories will last a lifetime.
See our suggested itineraries for this route.
Prices from US$ 1,449 pp*
Practical Travel Advice
As well as details of the country's many highlights, you will find more information on the practical side of travel to South Africa in this online travel guide including visa and passport requirements, a guide to driving in South Africa, and what to expect from the weather at different times of year and in the different areas of the country.
If there is anything else that you need advice on that you cannot find in our Facts for the Visitor section, then please feel free to contact us - we would be delighted to try and help wherever we can!
Visa Requirements
Visitors from the UK, USA, most European countries, and Australia do not require tourist visas for a stay of up to 90 days.
Vistors from other countries should check the visa requirements.
When to visit
South Africa is a year-round destination, however there are some things you may want to consider when planning your trip.
The Southern Hemisphere summer (October to April) is the most popular time for visitors to Cape Town and the Garden Route as this part of the country enjoys warm, dry, sunny summer days at this time of year.
Whilst the Kruger Park is a great place to visit at any time of year, it is arguably at its best between May and August. At this time of year the temperature is cooler, and it is easier to find the animals as they tend to congregate around waterholes and rivers. This is also ofen the best time to find a special offer or lower price as a safari lodge.
The whale watching season in Hermanus runs from July to October.
confused?
It's great to have choice, however sometimes it can all be a litte confusing when you are planning your first trip to an unfamiliar area.
If you'd like to talk to one of our friendly experts, then please give us a call on +44(0) 1932 428380 or alternatively you can enquire via the website.
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