South Africa

Howzit! Welcome to South Africa

From the magnificent national parks, with some of Africa's best wildlife spotting opportunities, to the buzzing cities, the gorgeous beaches and fantastic coastal scenery, South Africa really offers alot for travellers. To truly understand the country, you must take the time to engage with people across the broad spectrum of social and economic backgrounds. It is a country that has had struggled with poverty, the AIDS pandemic and most recently violence. However, major strides are in place to address these issues and provide a nurturing environment ahead of the world's biggest event - FIFA World Cup 2010. Come and see for yourself the kaleidescope that is the "Rainbow Nation."

From the beauty of the landscape to the warmth and spirit of the people, South Africa is a country sure to leave you with fond memories - and a desire to return!

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Featured Accommodation

La Fontaine Guest House

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Location: Cape Winelands - Franschhoek

From: USD 97.40


Franschhoek - This historic guesthouse is set in the heart of the winelands with beautiful mountain views and within walking distance to restaurants , art galleries, and shops . [more info]


Mibern House

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Location: Cape Town - Hout Bay

From: USD 62.34


Resting high up on the mountain slope, this charming Victorian house offers guests both self catering or bed and breakfast accommodation. [more info]


Cape Heritage Hotel

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Location: Cape Town - City Centre

From: USD 103.25


Situated in Heritage Square in the heart of Cape Town, the Cape Heritage Hotel is an eclectic example of the four star boutique hotel that is: historic yet contemporary; intimate yet lively; stylish yet cosy. [more info]


Beach Break

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Location: Wild Coast, Eastern Cape - Cape St Francis

From: USD 120.78


Beach Break offers tranquility and privacy in three seperate villas set on the edge of the dunes overloking the pristine Cape St. Francis beach between the Seal and Shark Point nature reserves.

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Thistledown Country House

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Location: Midlands Meander, KZN - Karkloof

From: USD 33.12


Thistledown Country House is set on 20 acres nestling amongst farmlands just below the Karkloof Hills in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. These hills are covered with the second largest tract of indigenous forest in South Africa [more info]


Featured Tour & Activities

Waterfront Historic Walk

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Duration: 2 hour(s)

From: USD 12.99


Beneath the surface of the vibrant Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, lie stories of bravery, slavery, tragedy and triumph. [more info]


Treetops slide adventure

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Duration: 3 hour(s)

From: USD 51.30


Take an exciting kilometre long foefie slide divided into eight separate slides of varying lengths. These slides take you from wooden platforms hidden in the tree tops past a sheer cliff face and cascading waterfall. Sometimes you could be as high up as 35m above the forest canopy.

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Volunteering Adventures: Monkey Land Project

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Duration: 28 day(s)

From: USD 1,948.05


This project is situated in Plettenberg Bay and is the world`s first sanctuary where multi-species primates are free roaming. This sanctuary consists of a 12 hectares indigenous forest environment which houses over 300 primates. [more info]


Weekend Township Experience

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Duration: 3 day(s)

From: USD 233.77


Allow us to host you in Khayelitsha Township, meaning ''new home''. Khayelitsha is situated on the outskirts of Cape Town. You'll spend the night in 2 seperate townships, each offering you a different perspective on township life. [more info]


  • Volunteering Adventure: Surfing Outreach, South Africa

Volunteering Adventure: Surfing Outreach

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Duration: 28 day(s)

From: USD 1,688.31


This project has a social responsibility to empower young people from disadvantaged communities in the Cape area in surfing and life skills.

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  • Glen Avon Lodge
    Valid: 01/05/2008 to 31/07/2008 Stay for 3, pay for two!!
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    Valid: 01/05/2008 to 31/08/2008 Stay for three nights, pay for two
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Events

Franschhoek Literary Festival

11/05/2008 - 13/05/2008

A celebration of books and writing! A whole host of international award-winning authors and writers will be availble to discuss literary topics with the public through informal talks, readings and discussions.

Hoopoe Golf Classic

01/04/2008 - 18/05/2008

Contact No. 082 578 0011

Cape Gourmet Festival - Good Food and Wine Show

15/05/2008 - 18/05/2008

A storm of the very best in good food and wine hit South Africa in May. Despite having a decidedly African flair, the festival features is showcases some of the best national and international talent of offer.

Royal Show

01/05/2008 - 01/06/2008

Contact No. 033 345 6274

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