South Africa a land with endless diversity

South Africa is well endowed with a wide variety of experiences to explore. From watching the big five in one of the world’s biggest national parks to enjoying a relaxing time at our blue flag beaches to surfing at some of the world’s best super tubes.

You can choose to sift through our unmatched cultural and wine routes or you can opt to learn a lot through our world heritage sites.


You can watch whales doing acrobatics at the world’s whale watching capital or come up close and personal with the great whites or simply take part in any of the endless adrenalin pumping adventure sports that we offer in the air, sea or on land.

All this while staying in some of the world class hotels or simply living in our equally comfortable award winning alternative accommodation.

Johannesburg which is the economic heart of South Africa, also known as eGoli (place of gold), is the largest and most populous city in South Africa (2,5-million people).

The city is affectionately known as Jo'burg, Jozi and JHB by South Africans and is the provincial capital of Gauteng,

Johanneburg’s lifestyle is a fast-paced and hectic one.For those interested in South Africa’s history and culture, Johannesburg offers fascinating museums. such as Apartheid Museum and the Hector Pieterson Museum. A thriving café culture and a thrumming nightlife exist in many of Johannesburg’s suburbs.

The townships are also interesting to tour.

Although Johannesburg is considered more a transit point for tourists, a visit to the Gold Reef City is certainly worthwhile. A large amusement park to the south of the Central Business District, is also a large draw for tourists in the city.

The Johannesburg Zoo is also one of the largest in South Africa. Johannesburg is an amazing city, did you know that there are six million trees in Johannesburg.

On satellite pictures, the city looks like a rain forest, even though it is man-made! There are 1.2 million trees within the parks and on the pavements, and 4.8 million in private gardens throughout the suburbs.

Johannesburg can be considered as the gateway for other important destinations in South Africa.

Pretoria, capital of South Africa, is only 35- 45 minutes drive away, 58 kilometres to the north. The outer suburbs of Pretoria and Johannesburgs touch. In Pretoria you will find Capital Station, where the luxurious trains of Rovos Rail commence their journeys.

Kruger National Park, is approximately 1 hours flying time away and or five to 6 hours by car. This renown reserve is approximately the size of Israel, the Kruger Park, and is the greatest of South Africa's many national parks ( two million hectacres) and attracts a great number of visitors. On guided walks, game drives or self-drive, visitors have the best chance of spotting the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo)

Madikwe Game Reserve can be reached from Johannesburg by air in approximately one hour and 5hours by car. This reserve is one of the largest private big five game reserves in South Africa. Malaria free, it features a number of lodges and camps, ranging from luxurious to comfortable

Sun City and Pilanesberg are also easily accessible from Johannesburg- Sun City is well known as a one stop entertainment resort, which is frequented by a number of international celebrities. It offers a variety of hotels, excellent golfing and fun for families. Guests can also enjoy the experience of game drive or safari, by visiting the nearby Pilanesberg National Park. Durban, the most accessible coastal resort, is a six hour drive, all of it along a multilane highway.

What to See

Gold Reef City

A wonderful opportunity to descend into a vast gold mine at Gold Reef City named after the richness upon which the city of Johannesburg was built.

Watch a gold pour, see the miners carry out their traditional tribal and gum boot dancing, learn a bit of their specially devised mine language - still used today to cover the many and diverse tribes who worked here.

Stroll through the theme park reflecting the life of the mining town at the turn of the last century.

There is plenty to do for young and old…..

Soweto

Visit Soweto, the most famous sprawling township in Africa, home to about 4 million people. See the original home of Nelson Mandela, and Baragwanath Hospital - the largest in the Southern hemisphere.

Enjoy a beer at the fascinating fun shebeen of Wandi's. Study the famous Hector Petersen Museum, see Winnie Mandelas luxury home, the many interesting culture filled places, buzzing street craft markets, and amazing new housing developments and educational establishments

Visit of Johannesburg (city)

Enjoy a city tour of Johannesburg, the financial capital of South Africa, and see the new Banking District, the Magistrate's Court and the Supreme Court, the world famous mining houses and the Wits and Rand Afrikaans Universities.

Drive through some of the most beautiful suburbs in the country with more trees than any other city in the world.

Lesedi Cultural Village

Enjoy a visit to the Lesedi Cultural Village and experience the ethnic heart of Southern Africa at this unique venue.

Take a tour around the many cultural diversities of our rainbow nation in a natural environment, enjoying their delicious cuisine and tribal dancing, and meet the Chief in his Royal Kraal.

Night tour of Johannesburg Zoo

Experience a night tour of Johannesburg Zoo, including dinner, viewing animals one does not generally see during the day, and listen to fascinating information from your expert guide.

Diamond Cutting Factories

Johannesburg is as famous for diamonds as Milan is to fashion.

Whether you are a buyer or just an admirer, there is no better place to get close to some of the worlds finest gems!

Take a guided tour of one of Johannesburg's biggest diamond cutting factories, One of the most famous of these is “ Wesselton Diamond cutting centre”.

Cullinan Diamond tour

Take a trip to the most meticulously restored village of Cullinan, and descend into a working diamond mine and view some of the world's largest diamonds.

After shopping for one of your own, enjoy a meal in these historic and attractive surroundings.

Pretoria City tour

Enjoy a visit to the capital city of Pretoria, see the home of Paul Kruger - now a museum, enjoy the beauty of the Union Buildings - the seat of Administrative Government in South Africa, and view the huge Voortrekker Monument dedicated to the original Transvaal settlers.

In October, revel in the beauties of the Jacaranda season, a spectacle unequaled anywhere in the world

Sterkfontein Caves

See the Sterkfontein Caves, possibly the origins of man on this planet, where some of the oldest remains of man have recently been discovered.

Explore the caves with a guide who will explain some of the oldest cave paintings ever existing.

A drive through the region will reveal parks and nature reserves with lion, giragge, rhino, and many species of antelope.

Cape Town is one of the most popular long haul destinations in the world.

CAPE TOWN

Cape Town is known as one of the best cities in the world, and for good reason. Boasting fantastic shopping, excellent restaurants, luxurious hotel, like the famous Mount Nelson and miles and miles of wine estates, adventure activities, superb beaches….

Cape Town is famous for its harbour as well as its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point.

Often regarded as one of the world's most beautiful cities because of its geography, Cape Town is the most popular South African destination for tourism.

Cape Town is famous for its harbour, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, as well as its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.

The city is also the starting point for the famous luxurious train Rovos Rail . Experiencing its 14 day route from Cape Town to Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, or any of the other scheduled routes will let you recapture the romance and atmosphere of a bygone era when privileged travellers could experience the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

Cape Town, wich combines historical charm and urbe sophistication, is also the gateway to the lush Cape winelands, famous for its excellent wines and to the Whale Route, where " Southern Right" whales can be viewed from June to November.

The Garden Route, which offers some spectacular scenery, which includes beautiful untouched beaches, indigenous forests,, nature reserves, lakes, and mountain ranges,

There is nowhere like Cape Town. Perched between the ocean and the mountain, with a national park as its heart, it´s a place to renew and reconnect. Cape Town, the "Mother City", is the oldest city in South Africa and has a cultural heritage spanning more than 300 years.

It also has the top five national attractions in South Africa that should appear on every visitor´s itinerary all year round.


Don´t miss a visit up Table Mountain; the V&A Waterfront, a unique shopping and holiday experience on a scenic working harbour; Robben Island, the former home of Nelson Mandela; the Cape Town Wine Routes, where some of the world´s best wines are produced and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, internationally acclaimed as one of the great botanical gardens of the world.

The unique topography of the region makes it easy to orientate oneself as long as you remember that with Table Mountain behind you and Robben Island before you, you are facing north, looking across Table Bay and up the west coast of Africa.


Between beautiful Cape Dutch homesteads, traditional dancers with painted faces performing in the streets, the smell of spicy Malay cooking and the taste of a well-made wine, this city will fill your senses.

You will never be bored in Cape Town. Table Mountain offers some of the best climbing in the world, and it´s right here in the city.

The surfing is fantastic; the diving is cold but good. You could go mountain biking, or go sea kayaking - you may see whales or penguins. You´ll never be bored.

If all this sounds too daring for you don´t worry. You can shop till you drop at Cavendish, Canal Walk or the Waterfront. There is lots of live music, art exhibitions, museums, plays and even opera, ballet or symphony concerts on all year round.

Here are some of the top attractions

Cable Ride to Table Top Mountain

One of the most visited attractions in South Africa

Panoramic views, self-service restaurant, gifts and curios and scenic walks await the visitor after a memorable trip in the state-of-the-art revolving cable car.

Fantastic views of the Cape peninsula.

Robben Island

For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, 12 kilometres from Cape Town, was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment. It also tells us about victory over apartheid and other human rights abuses and is a Heritage Site.. Visit the maximum security prison where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for many years. Take the ferry and tour the island

Cape Point(and Cape of Good Hope)

Cape Point is is a landmark at the end of the Cape Peninsula located in the Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park. From its rugged, rocky outcrops and sheer cliffs, to the fynbos covered plains, Cape Point holds much in store for its visitors.

Take a leisurely stroll down to the beach, or tackle the one hour trail that takes you from the lofty 250 m high peak to the sheltered cove of the Cape of Good Hope.

Shipwrecks, sandy beaches, tidal pools, hiking trails and unique flora and fauna ensure that the visitor can spend hours exploring the surroundings before heading down to Cape Point for one of the most magnificent views in the world.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

At the foot of the Majestic Table Mountain, the Garden Borders Newlands and Constantia.
With its rich botanical diversity, Kirstenbosch is one of the most visited attractions in Cape Town and is a paradise for nature lovers.

Cape Winelands

Visit the Winelands, Constantia or Stellenbosch and discover the Cape's rich cultural heritage and beauty.

Visit the Wineries and take your time to taste the wine. Constantia, one of five wine estates that makes up the Wine Route, and is the oldest wine farm in South Africa

A visit to all the Estates with a chance to visit original manor houses, old cellars and a museum, gives the visitor a taste of 17th century life at the Cape.

Cape Town City Centre and Markets

You will never be bored in Cape Town.

There are so many things to see while in the Cape Town city centre area, including interesting museums and historical sights.


Bo-Kaap, Green Market Square, the Castle of Good Hope the Gold Museum and the Pan African market are just some of the many places to visit.

V & A Waterfront

Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is one of the few Victorian harbours still in existence in the world and has 38 national monuments.

Set against a backdrop of magnificent sea and mountain views it has become become South Africa's most visited destination.

A vibrant working harbour and a feast for the senses. There is lots to do and see.

Don’t miss the The Two Oceans Aquarium or the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre which features numerous restaurants, hundreds of shops ranging from department stores to curio shops and designer clothing boutiques.

Whale watching at Hermanus

Hermanus, is the winter home of the Southern Right Whale.

Hermanus is known as one of the best land based Whale Watching sites in the world.

Enjoy lunch at this picturesque seaside town before returning along the magnificent eastern shore of False Bay to Gordon’s Bay and the Strand.

 Whale watching from July to October.