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South Africa

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    South Africa

    About South Africa

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    South Africa is one of the most popular safari and holiday destinations on the African continent. It is the country's extraordinary diversity that makes it so attractive, encapsulating so much of what the continent has to offer, and thereby making South Africa a perfect choice for an African safari or holiday.

    There are over 300 game reserves and national parks, making it possible to search out specific animal species or to get an overview of the natural world. You can chose to stay in luxury safari lodges or budget national parks accommodation. It is even possible to choose a reserve in a malaria-free zone.

    There are cosmopolitan cities, world renowned vineyards, and stunning beaches on the Cape, and the picturesque Garden Route which follows the coast between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Add to this a melting pot of different cultures, with tribal heritage and traditions from distinctive peoples like the Zulu, and South Africa becomes a great place for a holiday, whatever your interests.

    The two small countries of Swaziland and Lesotho can also be easily included in a visit here, adding another dimension to an already varied South African safari holiday.

    Pricing guidelines for South Africa

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    We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

    International flights will add from about £600 to £800 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). South Africa combines well with Botswana, Mauritius and Mozambique.

    For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

    • Example tripPrice per person
    • 1 week in the Western Cape (eg Cape Town, Winelands, Garden Route, Cedarberg etc) using good guest houses & hotels, and with a hire car.Between £500 and £1000+
    • 1 week safari based at private lodges or tented camps (for example in Kruger, Madikwe, Hluhluwe ...)Between £1000 and £3000+
    • 2 week safari and beach holidayBetween £1800 and £3000+
    • 2 week Kruger and Cape holidayBetween £1800 and £3000+

    Weather and highlights

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      • Jan
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      • Feb
      • Sunny
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      • Mar
      • Cloudy
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      • Apr
      • Rain
      • 10
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      • May
      • Sunny with Cloud
      • 5
      • 25
      • Jun
      • Sunny with Cloud
      • 0
      • 25
      • Jul
      • Sunny with Cloud
      • 0
      • 23
      • Aug
      • Sunny with Cloud
      • 0
      • 23
      • Sep
      • Sunny
      • 5
      • 25
      • Oct
      • Sunny
      • 10
      • 30
      • Nov
      • Sunny
      • 15
      • 34
      • Dec
      • Rain
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      • 35
    1. Famed wildlife of Kruger National Park, and over 300 other parks and reserves.
    2. Incredible diversity of landscapes, environment, wildlife, cultures and available activities.
    3. Malaria-free African holidays.
    4. The beauty of the Garden Route, and the world-renowned Winelands.
    5. Stunning beaches, and cosmopolitan cities.
    6. Swaziland and Lesotho add another dimension to this vast land.

    Map and country information

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    South Africa

    Language

    English is South Africa's main administrative language and is widely spoken. There are 11 official languages, corresponding to the main tribal groups.

    Visas

    Visas are not required for British passport holders.

    Health

    No vaccinations are compulsory. Malaria is found in certain areas (mainly Kruger and the east coast towards Mozambique), but not throughout the country. Please ask for detail of the area you are considering.

    Best times to go

    Since the country is so huge, there is vastly differing weather patterns in different areas. Very generally, from about April to October, the Cape tends to be cool and wet, whilst Kwazulu Natal and the eastern regions are mostly warm and dry. From roughly October to April, the reverse is the trend. Ask for our Trip Planner for more detail and refer to the region pages.

    Getting there

    There are daily flights from Europe to Johannesburg (about 10 ½ hours direct) and Cape Town (about 11 hours direct). There is also a good network of domestic flights connecting all the main towns.

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