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South Africa Places of Interest

Beaches
KwaZulu-Natal Wild Coast, the Eastern Cape to West Coast South Africa boasts more than 3 000 km of coastline. Pristine beaches, fishing communities, golf estates, luxury hotels and guest-houses dot the landscape as you explore the marine wonderland that is South Africa.

Bird Tours
With nearly a thousand species Bird, not surprising that South Africa has become one of the Worlds Birds hotspots. Bunji Jumping
Bloukrans River Bridge - It's official - you can now Bungi jump the highest Bungi jump into the commercial world, usurping the position formerly occupied by Vic Falls. The bridge is 216 m high, but the increase was only about 160 m. You jump the arch support of the bridge, not the road and the road and the back is an experience in itself. After jump, you are winched back on deck.

Cango Caves
The Cango Caves lie in the Swartberg mountains in a belt limestone measuring 1.5 kilometers in width and around 16 kilometers in length. The present tourist route extends 1.2 kilometers into the cave, with a further 4.1 kilometers remain closed to the public for conservation reasons. Cango Wildlife Ranch
The Cango Wildlife Ranch is situated just outside Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo, and since its inception in 1977, it has grown to become one of the biggest attractions of the region. In 1988, the Ranch developed a facility known Cheetahland, within its borders in an effort to promote its goal of making the public aware of endangered species. This facility Single houses a large variety of big cats, which can be viewed from an elevated "catwalk" provides an unimpeded view of these magnificent creatures. Cape of Good Hope Reserve
Located at the southernmost tip of the peninsula is the nature reserve, with magnificent panoramic views of the Cape of Good Hope to the viewing area, accessible by cable car. The area has a dry and desolate aspect but this is misleading because more than half the flowering plants of the peninsula, as the Protea flower here. The reserve is also home to zebras, baboons, ostriches and Eland. En route from Cape Town, the penguin colony at Boulder's Bay is worth stopping for as Simon's Town, a city of the country's marine and third most former European settlement. Cape Town
Cape Town is the city most wonderfully diverse and vibrant, with great natural beauty, fascinating architecture, great restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Whether you hike up or take the gondola, the mountain views Table are staggering. See the famous' Dassies (rock rabbits) Scurry aound the rocks and also the imposing Lion's Head and Devil's Peak, which with Table Mountain forming the Cape Peninsula. Take a ferry from the V & A Waterfront, Robben Island to see the tiny cell, Nelson Mandela, who was held for nearly three decades. Cape Winelands
Located just an hour from Cape Town are the beautiful towns of Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek Constancia and the heart of wine country. Visit some of the finest wineries and taste some of the best wines in the world. Cradle of Humankind
Declared a World Heritage Site, Cradle of Humankind west of Johannesburg includes, among its numerous sites, caves Sterkfontein, where anthropologist Dr Robert Broom discovered the skull of Mrs Ples, a three million year old hominid, in 1936. When it was thought to be the closest evidence the "missing link" to find.

Drakensberg Mountains
Recently proclaimed a World Heritage Site the mighty Drakensberg Mountains provide a panoramic view of towering peaks, waterfalls and sparkling rock pools. Prime sites include Cathedral Peak, Monks Cowl, Champagne Castle, Giant's Castle, Cathkin Peak and the geological phenomenon of the Amphitheater Drakensberg, which are scattered across this majestic range. One of the wildest sights is Tugela Falls where the river rushes from more than a mile above the steep cliffs and waterfalls in a spectacular gorge of the valley. Durban
Durban is a paradise for vacationers with a tropical climate and atmosphere of carnival. The catchment area is known as the Golden Mile, which actually extends from 4 miles and offers attractions without end and entertainment. There is a growing sector outer harbor and to explore the dynamics of the market, Victoria Street in the center of the Indian community in Durban. Garden Route
Whether approached from Cape Town or Port Elizabeth in the east, the Garden Route holds visitors spellbound with its abundance of rivers, the spectacular mountain passes, lagoons, lakes, beaches and the highlights of this amazing area birdlife.The are too numerous to mention but a few include Tsitskamma National Park, an area of ancient forest with walking trails and a long coastal plateau that stretches five kilometers offshore. The park is hosted by the fynbos, wild orchids, otters, baboons Buck small and over 280 species of birds.
Storms River area offers a host of activities of abseling, canopy walking, hiking and tubing black water. With its succession of bays, white sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and tidal pools, it is not surprising that some coastal areas of Premier resorts are along the Garden Route. Greater St Lucia Wetland Park
On the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal, this large park has been recently listed as World Heritage Site. Stretching over 680 hectares of nature wild, there are at least five different ecosystems represented including a large lake, coral reefs, a subtropical jungle, reed covered islands marshes and towering dunes. With ecology as diverse as the park is home to all forms of wildlife including 6,000 white pelicans, 800 hippos, crocodiles 1200 as well as turtles, flamingos, sharks, whales and dolphins. The Greater St Lucia Wetlands located 136 miles north of Durban. Hermanus
The Crier Local whales of Hermanus, waving his bell to warn people that the whales have arrived. May / June to November these fascinating creatures massive and approaching the shore with an exhilarating spectacle. Highgate Ostrich Farm
Highgate, created nearly 100 years ago by the Hooper family, is a great Ostrich farming company producing mostly feathers and ostrich by-products. Highgate open to the public in 1938 and since then many thousands visitors from around the world have been entertained at the hotel.

Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park
Reservations Hluhluwe and Umfolozi was founded in 1895 and are the oldest such sanctuaries in Africa. Here the world-famous Operation Rhino was introduced during the 1960s, successfully capturing and relocating to paradise white rhinos in South Africa and abroad. Consequently, the white rhino population in this country is now 12 times the number of 1960 500. Today a single park, Hluhluwe-Umfolozi is focusing its efforts to save rhinos Black endangered, whose numbers in Africa decreased from 14 000 to a pitiful 2 550 in the past decade. You will find at least one fifth of rhinoceros black and white world population here. Hout Bay
Hout Bay is a charming fishing village dominated by majestic mountains, it combines the sophistication the Riviera and the wild beauty of Africa. In addition to being a haven to relax or swim there are many restaurants and the comfortable pubs.Visit world of birds, or hop aboard a boat cruise on the harbor to see Seal Island & the bird life on offer. The famous Fish On The Rocks Fish & Chips English at the end of the port also has the best calamari, Snoek & Chips in Cape Town. Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Kirstenbosch was established in 1913 to promote and preserve the indigenous flora of Southern Africa. Located on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, the area extends over 528 hectares and includes both a cultivated garden and nature reserve. There are several trails through natural forests and access to Table Mountain is possible routes marked up, Skeleton Gorge & Nursery Ravine. The restaurant is open daily, and a book store memories to go. Every Sunday from December to March the host Sunset Gardens Summer Concerts featuring a wide variety music both local and classical. Bring a picnic as this is something no visitor should miss Cap. Kruger National Park
Covering an area of nearly five million acres, the Kruger National Park is the largest reserve in South Africa and home to an astonishing variety animals including the 'five' big lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Whether your stay in the park in a private reserve or just nearby, the best way to explore is on a dawn or dusk game drive with an experienced ranger who transmit their knowledge and experience. Safaris in an open top jeep or on foot can not afford amazing close up views of the worlds largest variety of wildlife. Park is approximately 220 miles from Johannesburg and can be reached by regular flights, charter flights in private reserves or road. Madikwe Game Reserve
South Africa is the fourth largest game reserve, Madikwe is home to 31 species of about 10,000 animals, including the "five large, wild dog, white and black rhino, hyena and cheetah. The area includes the rocky ravines, mountain plateaus, open grasslands, savannas and riparian forests. The malaria free reserve is 4 miles south of the border of Botswana and a drive four hours north of Johannesburg. Marakele National Park
The Marakele National Park is located in the heart of the Waterberg mountains, and has an impressive variety of wildlife because of its location in the zone between the dry regions of western and moister eastern South Africa. The park is characterized by the contrasting landscapes of mountains majestic, grass-clad hills and deep valleys. Rare finds of yellow wood and cedar trees, cycads than 16 feet high and tree ferns, are some of plant species found here. All big game species of elephant and rhino to the big cats and an astonishing variety of birds, including Cape vultures are endangered is in the park. The malaria free reserve is 155 miles north of Johannesberg. Midlands Meander
Only an hour's drive west of Durban is well sign posted Arts and Crafts road called the Midlands Meander. With more than 100 places to visit, ranging from art studios to rustic pubs. Visit the Natal Railway Museum, a magnet for Steam enthusiasts, a center Midmar Dam for water sports or the Dargle area for fly fishing great. Namaqualand
Annually in spring (August-September), the Northern Cape comes alive with vast fields of daisies in a natural glow brightly. Fed by winter rains, the grounds of Namaqualand flowers are a paradise for photographers. Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe
The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe is the last steam hauled passenger train regularly performed in Southern Africa and runs daily between George and Knysna. The route of the Choo-Tjoe is from George, via Victoria Bay, Wilderness, Goukamma to Sedgefield and Knysna and encompasses some of the most spectacular scenery in South Africa in the heart of the Lake District Garden Route.

National Park Pilanesberg
The park offers malaria-free game experience with more than 8,000 large animals, including the "Big Five" and more than 350 species birds. The Shrine game is covered with grasslands and granite outcrops shaped from a volcanic crater sorry for the late seventy long gone where wildlife has been extended up. Only 123 miles from near Johannesburg Station Sun City, Pilanesberg may be contacted by road or fly to Sun City. Port Elizabeth
The portal of the Garden Route, is the "Friendly City" of Port Elizabeth. Founded in 1820, when almost 4,000 British families settled here to start a new life, the city is filled with houses of their time without charge. With miles of sandy beaches, it is a magnet for swimmers, surfers and sailors.

Robben Island
A short cruise from Cape Town's V & A Waterfront take the ferry, this legendary island is a must-see on any itinerary newcomer. This is where Nelson Mandela and his comrades were imprisoned for decades to the era of apartheid. Former inmates will take you on an insightful tour of the prison. This historical island is now a World Heritage Site and a proclaimed nature conservation area. Shark Diving
South Africa was one of the first countries around the world to the Great White a protected species. We can offer you the chance to get extremely close to these awesome animals. You can go on Shark diving or simply view them on the safety of the vessel.

Soweto
Just south of Johannesburg lies Soweto -- the largest of South Africa 's townships. This dynamic city is home to some 2 million people and a number of historical sites. A typical visit to Soweto includes a stop at a traditional shebeen (drinking hall), where you can sample the local beer, food and hospitality, and a visit to the house where Nobel laureates Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu has already lived.

Table Mountain
Over the centuries it has become one of the most famous monuments of South Africa. The steep cliffs and outcrops rocky mountain game features a number of plants and animals. The mountain is home to about 1470 species of plants. Take a guided walk on one of many routes or simply ride the cable car to the Top - he was one of your memories of SA.

The Addo Elephant National Park
Deep in the shadows of the dense valley near Sunday River, lies the Addo Elephant Park. It is a sanctuary to over 200 elephants belonging to a pool of genes isolated, and are therefore smaller than the other African elephant, with a reddish tint. The region is inhabited single beatle dung fly almost exclusively in Addo, and given the right of way on roads in Park. The Baxter Theater
The Baxter is the world-class South Africa Rondebosch theater located at the foot of Devils Peak. The Arts dynamic and diverse program ranges from South Africa has celebrated the works of international productions. Each year over 350,000 people watching more than 1,000 performances at this popular theater. Two Oceans Aquarium
What makes the Two Oceans Aquarium is so varied locations. Here the cold waters of the Atlantic meets the warmer Indian Ocean. Few places in the world are in a better position the functionality of the flora and fauna of the oceans so different from the temperature and the life they support. The construction and the outstanding success Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has been the catalyst to revive the dream of a file. Aquarium Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
The Waterfront Company was formed in 1988 with a mandate to develop the historic port area as a mixed-use, focusing on Tourism and trade with the continued operation of the working port. Besides banks, shops, restaurants and cinemas Waterfront offers a variety of entertainment whole family. Visit the Two Oceans Aquarium, Museum & Cyber World Maritime SA, Scratch Patch & craft markets. If this is not enough, you can stroll and enjoy the spectacle of street musicians, buskers and musicians, or enjoy the lively music and acts at the amphitheater. Excursions helicopter, boat trips and leisure trips to Robben Island Run by White Water Rafting.
Breede River (Western Cape) offers an escape weekend is as good as a holiday. Surrounded by its tranquil beauty, this river is an exciting but safe rafting adventure. The trip requires no experience and the whole family is invited to participate.

Zulu Battlefields
Relive the horror of some of the bloodiest battles carried out between British and Zulu warriors. Isandlwana, where British troops have been massacred by the Zulu army and Rorke's Drift, where a handful of British soldiers, a Mighty Zulu regiment at bay. The fights are sharply at life by historians and expert guides. Near the city of Dundee and approximately 175 miles from Durban. In closing ...
Each province has its own and varied attractions of the other. From weather to its natural beauty at the option of a landscape. Gauteng region and regions offer the most game reserves and luxury of an abundance of world-class casinos, including Montecasino, Gold Reef City, Emperors Palace, Carnival City and Lost City Sun City. Kwazulu Natal offers incredible story about the Zulu wars, enjoy a journey through the battlefields and the Oceanside golf course. All provinces have land of world-class golf, some designed by world famous golf pro. Beauty, health and wellness spa located in all provinces. South Africa is recognized as an international conference destination. We offer a variety of types of accommodation from lodges back packers Hotel 5 *. Our infrastructure and our technology allows for any businessman or tourists, have all the amenities at your fingertips for an unforgettable vacation or business trip. Enjoy our country with us!

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