A unique holiday destination that promises adventure, fun for family with interesting cultural insights – a holiday in South Africa promises all this and more. A land of brutal beauty, rolling wildlife and expansive outdoors, South Africa holidays are much sought after by those who love to explore. South Africa Tour packages need to be curated depending on what one wants to see – the wilderness of iSimangaliso, the art and culture scene at Johannesburg, Cape Town (the most beautiful city), to the safaris (in Kruger National Park and Shamwari Game Reserve) to the urbane Durban. The list is huge.
What is the best Time to Visit South Africa?
South Africa is a year-round destination and there is no specific good time for visiting it. You can plan a trip to South Africa between November and February while if you are keen on whale watching, then block the dates between July and November. South Africa Excursions can be planned depending on individual interest and budget.
What is the Ideal Duration for South Africa Trip?
The ideal duration of stay in South Africa would be for a minimum of two weeks and a maximum of three weeks (if you can afford that amount of time). So, if your budget permits, then three weeks is ideal to visit most of the key South Africa attractions.
How much does it cost to Holiday in South Africa?
A trip to South Africa would cost the following – R1,338 is the average daily price for travelling in South Africa, the average price of a hotel in South Africa for a couple is R1,471, and the approximate price of a meal is R306 (per day). Check the currency conversion for Rand and the country you are travelling from.
What are the Top Attractions in South Africa?
Among the major South Africa attractions include the Kruger National Park, Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Robben Island (prison site which housed Nelson Mandela), Boulders Beach, Addo Elephant National Park, V&A Waterfront, Blyde River Canyon, Sun City Resort, Tsitsikamma National Park, Bo-Kaap, Cape Peninsula, Apartheid Museum, Cradle of Humankind (UNESCO listed archaeological area), iSimangaliso Wetland Park, etc.
What are the top items in South Africa Cuisine?
Eating meat has a traditional significance in South African cuisine. Some of the popular food items that you need to absolutely sample includes – a) Boerewors b) Chakalaka and pap c) Braai/Shisa nyama d) Bunny chow e) Amarula Don Pedro f) Bobotie g) Melktert. Apart from this, pap and vleis or maize meal and grilled meat is quite popular amongst families.
What is the best way to get around in South Africa?
Bus is the best mode of transport to holiday in South Africa. Usually, they have air-conditioning, are clean, have an onboard toilet and are generally safe. Also, if you are short on time, and have a lot of things to do in South Africa, then flying is an option since it is not very expensive.
What is the best way to reach South Africa?
Flights are the best way to reach South Africa since Johanesburg connects to different parts of the world. Most South Africa Tour packages offer an all-inclusive package of stay and flights from the country of your travel. However, South Africa can also be reached by sea, and that route offers scenic journeys.
Is South Africa safe for women and Kids?
South Africa Excursions mean going to the game reserves and these tend to be very safe for women and kids. It’s a family and kid-friendly destination, since there is a lot of things to do in South Africa with kids in game parks and indulging in adventure. It is a safe destination.
How to get a visa to South Africa?
Applying for a South African visa is quite simple. All you need are – a) a passport or travel document which is valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit b) the passport should have at least two unused pages for entry and departure endorsements c) a completed BI-84 (or visa application form) d) pay the visa fees.