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Table Mountain
Cape Town's flat-topped icon, reached by revolving cable car.
About South Africa
Table Mountain, Big Five safaris and winelands
South Africa is a world in one country — Cape Town cradled by Table Mountain and two oceans, the Big Five roaming Kruger's bushveld, penguins on white-sand beaches and rolling vineyards in the Cape Winelands.
Ride the cable car above the city, track lions and leopards on safari, drive the dramatic Garden Route, and toast the sunset with a glass of Stellenbosch wine — staggering variety in a single trip.
Local Culture
South Africa's 'Rainbow Nation' weaves together Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaner, Cape Malay and many more cultures and eleven official languages. The braai (barbecue) is a national institution, the legacy of Mandela runs deep, and warmth, music and resilience define daily life.
Travel Highlights
- Table Mountain, Cape Town
- Kruger Big Five safaris
- Boulders Beach penguins
- Cape Winelands
- Cape Point & the Garden Route
- Region
- Africa
- Language
- English / Afrikaans / Zulu
- Currency
- ZAR
Popular Attractions
Unmissable sights
The landmarks and natural wonders that define South Africa.
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Kruger Safari
Big Five game drives across vast, wildlife-rich bushveld.
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Boulders Beach Penguins
A colony of African penguins on a white-sand Cape beach.
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Cape Town & Coast
Beaches, the V&A Waterfront and Cape Point's dramatic cliffs.
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Leopards & Big Cats
Close encounters with leopards, lions and more on safari.
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Cape Winelands
Stellenbosch and Franschhoek estates among mountain vineyards.
Things To Do
Experiences & adventures
Curated activities to make your South Africa story your own.
Big Five Safari
Game drives in Kruger and private reserves.
Table Mountain
Cable car to Cape Town's summit panorama.
Wine Tasting
Estate tastings in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek.
Cape Peninsula Drive
Penguins, Cape Point and Chapman's Peak.
Garden Route
Coastal forests, lagoons and adventure stops.
Braai & Sundowners
South Africa's beloved barbecue under the stars.
Best Time To Visit
When to go to South Africa
Seasonal weather at a glance to help you plan the perfect window.
Summer
Nov – Feb
18–30°C
Warm Cape beaches; lush green bushveld.
Autumn
Mar – May
14–26°C
Mild, golden and ideal countrywide.
Winter / Safari
Jun – Aug
6–20°C
Dry bush — prime Big Five game viewing.
Spring
Sep – Oct
12–24°C
Wildflowers, whales and warming days.
Food & Cuisine
A taste of South Africa
Signature dishes and where to savour them.
Braai
South Africa's national barbecue of boerewors and meats.
Flame-Grilled Steak
Prime cuts seared over open coals.
Cape Seafood
Fresh crayfish, line fish and oysters from two oceans.
Cape Malay Curry
Fragrant, lightly sweet curry of the Cape Malay kitchen.
Fine dining
The Test Kitchen, Cape Town
One of Africa's most celebrated restaurants.
Contemporary
La Colombe, Constantia
Vineyard tasting menus with valley views.
Township
Mzansi, Langa
Soulful home cooking with live marimba.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before travelling to South Africa.
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