Best Things To Do In South Africa

The best South African safari adventures and one of the most popular safari areas in Africa! In Kruger National Park you have the best chances to see the Big Five within a day. With its iconic sprawling landscape dotted with baobab and marula trees, Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s top safari destinations, rich with its lion prides, elephant herds and thousands of other animals.

If you are looking for more exclusive and luxurious safari experiences, such as night drives and walking safaris, the many private game reserves are the perfect choice.

The Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg is one of the top attractions in South Africa. It is a modern contemporary space dedicated to South Africa’s dramatic past. Located in the heart of Johannesburg, it is curated by a multidisciplinary team of designers, historians and filmmakers.

Explore the interactive museum complex that presents documents the rise and fall of apartheid. You’ll be taken on a thought-provoking journey through 20th century South Africa, as the exhibits reflect a few emotional episodes, a stirring reminder of the country’s tumultuous recent history. It is easily one of the top attractions in Johannesburg. Other attractions in Johannesburg include the Sun City, Constitution Hill and dining in one of its several plush restaurants and hotels.

Across over in the coastal city of Durban, you can have a fun time with your family at the uShaka Marine World and visit the Durban Botanic Gardens as well. 

Make a trip to Robben Island, the notorious prison island a boat ride from Cape Town. During the apartheid, government bosses – including Nelson Mandela – were imprisoned here. Today this authentically preserved site is a moving museum.

Once you reach the island by boat, go a guided tour of Robben Island and see the prison cell that held Nelson Mandela captive for so many years. 

Certainly one of the most beautiful routes in the world is the famous Garden Route between Mossel Bay and Tsitsikamma National Park. Along the panoramic Garden Route lie idyllic small seaside resorts, secluded beaches and dense forests. Stretching from Mossel Bay to Tsitsikamma National Park to the east of Plettenberg, there are also ample opportunities for side trips.

Popular destinations include the stunning Knysna, a foodie destination with its cultured oysters. Plettenberg Bay (known locally as Plett) has many beaches and gives you the chance to indulge in several watersports. Go hiking Robberg Nature Reserve as you enjoy the stunning scenery.

Take a cable car up to the top of the imposing Table Mountain, the landmark of Cape Town in the Western Cape, and a popular excursion for the city’s inhabitants. From here you have a fabulous view of the metropolis, which is said to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Indulge in a unique wellness experience – yoga atop the mountain! You could also hike up Table Mountain – one of the best things to do in South Africa and one of its most popular tourist attractions!

There are so many things to do in Cape Town: stunning beaches, stylish restaurants with the best of African and global cuisine, its verdant wine country, activities like whale watching, the stunning Cape of Good Hope, the lively waterfront, and a relaxed and friendly ambiance. 

Discover scenic Stellenbosch, a charming old town with shaded boulevards ideal for relaxing strolls. Above all, the town is best known as the center of South Africa’s wine-making tradition. Discover some of the best-known wineries in the world.

A tour of Stellenbosch’s winelands during which you will sample wines paired with other exquisite produce is a must-do during a South Africa tour!

Discover the untamed wilderness of the Wild Coast. Green hills, rugged coastlines, secluded bays and pristine beaches are some of what makes the Wild Coast unlike any other in the world.

Get away from the crowds and experience a wonderfully relaxed beach experience. Relax and unwind, discover Xhosa huts and seaside villages. or go on a hike. And don’t forget to watch out for whales and dolphins! This remote natural treasure of the Wild Coast is a nature lover’s paradise.

Head to the Addo Elephant National Park for a fantastic wildlife experience. The Addo Elephant National Park near Port Elizabeth is home to the Big Five, as well as rare white tail frogs, mountain zebra and the black rhino, as well as over 150 bird species.

It has one of the densest populations of African Elephants. Go on a game drive in Addo Elephant National Park or on a day tour to marvel at the wildlife in South Africa!

Dramatic gorges, colored rock formations and spectacular views are promised with a visit to the majestic Drakensberg Mountains, the highest mountains of southern Africa.

Explore the wonderful mountain landscapes while hiking, or experience an exciting rafting adventure at the Blyde River Canyon.

Witness impressive animals during your safari in the Madikwe Wildlife Sanctuary: elephant and buffalo herds, rhinos and various predators will take you into wide grasslands that alternate with dense forest areas. Stay in a safari Lodge on the Madikwe Game reserve and enjoy sighting some of South Africa’s best wildlife.

Madikwe is also a completely malaria-free game reserve.

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