South Africa

Why visit South Africa?

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Thrilling wildlife safaris, stunning Sea to Sky views, dramatic landscapes, vineyards, an amazing potpourri of cultures and cuisines, Adventures (in the mountains, forests and seas), the visible scars of Apartheid – all of this combined into one single country.

In addition to the famous tourist landmarks like Cape Town, Kruger National Park, the Cape Winelands, and the Garden Route, find gems beyond the usual on the Whale coast, Cape Agulhas, the small towns, the plethora of experiences on the Garden Route… the list goes on.

South Africa has something for every kind of traveller – the adrenaline junkie (bungee, skydiving, shark diving, swimming with the seals, hikes, abseiling), the culture lover (the cities), the wine connoisseur (even wannabes), the driving enthusiast, the wildlife lover (Kruger has to be on the bucket list) and the simple nature lover – who has a variety of landscapes to feast on!

Travel with us to this lovely country – there are so many combinations possible to suit each travellers’ unique tastes, we will have a good time planning for you!

South African Experiences

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Best places to visit in South Africa

Cape Town:  A cosmopolitan city nestling between a range of mountains and the sea.  Cape Point, towards the south of the city is home to abundant wildlife and diverse botanical wonders. One of Cape Town’s top attractions is the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

Kruger National Park:  It is one of Africa’s largest game reserves, and boasts of a large variety of wild animals includes the Big 5.

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Cape Winelands ( Boland Basin): Most of South Africa’s vineyards are located in Boland Basin, and the place is a visual treat. Besides, this region is also home to great food joints.

Cape Peninsula: This is a very scenic drive through Chapman’s peak to Cape point and Cape of Good Hope. And , yes the African Penguins on Boulder’s beach are a bonus

Hermanus –The Whale Coast:This place is famous for its whale watching, and the drive to Hermanus greets you with great views of mountains and sea.

Garden Route: The Garden Route is around 200 kilometres, along the south east coast. This popular driving route passes through rolling green hills, coastal towns, lagoons, lakes, and coastal cliffs. Highlights of the route include the charming town of Knysna snuggled between dense forests and a sparkling lagoon.

Simon’s town & Boulder’s Beach: Simon’s town is a small town near Cape town and Boulder’s beach is the highlight there. A beautiful beach with white sand , crystal clear water & granite boulders, it is also  home to some 20000 plus penguins.

Knysna : One of the along the Garden Route is Knysna, this small town is perfect for nature, wildlife and adventure lovers, and also for travellers who just want to relax in a quaint town. Knysna Heads & Knysna Lagoon are not to be missed.

Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga

Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is a stop on the drive between Johannesburg and Kruger National Park. It is home to Africa’s second largest canyon and also diverse wildlife.

Johannesburg: It is the most common entry port to South Africa, it is a vibrant city and a visit to Soweto Township is a must.

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Top 10 Things to do in South Africa

  • African Safari at Kruger : Meet the Big 5, stay in a Jungle lodge and explore the wildlife
  • Soak in the rugged natural beauty of Cape of Good Hope
  • Say Hello to the Penguins at the Boulder’s beach
  • Hike or take the cable car to the flat topped Table Mountain
  • Drive through the scenic Garden Route , visit the Ostrich farm and seal colony
  • Spot the whales at Cape Peninsula
  • Sample the local wine at Babylonstoren
  • Visit the Apartheid museum & learn about South Africa’s painful history of racial segregation
  • Get up-close to the Johannesburg’s History at Constitution Hill. Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, and many ordinary South Africans were confined here at some point during the country’s volatile history.
  • Explore the contemporary art at Zeitz MOCAA Art gallery at Waterfront, Capetown

Things to note

best time to visit
The climate in South Africa varies from region to region and makes it a round the year destination:  May to October is good for Kruger National Park and whale safari, while the Cape is good between November to February.  The Garden Route can experience rain at any time of year.

 

What our South Africa Travellers Say

Mandar SalunkheBeyonder Traveller - Great Migration Photography Trip - Africa

Africa’s wilderness should be a must visit place in everyone’s tourism bucket list, and Beyonder is doing a damn good job in making it happen.

AvinashBeyonder Traveller - South Africa

It was my first trip through a travel agency. But never during the whole trip felt like I was travelling the usual way. Thanks to the Beyonder for the customized trip to South Africa.

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Right from the hotel bookings to the choice of places to visit and eating food at the right places, everything was perfectly planned. Thanks for recommending going on a road trip to experience the beauty of Cape Province. It was truly amazing!!

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