Wildlife safari

The West Coast National Park, located in the Western Cape, is dedicated to conservation and environmental mindfulness. At the heart of this reserve lies the Langebaan Lagoon, the central attraction, surrounded by untouched white dunes, lush wetlands, and scarce fynbos vegetation.

Situated in the serene Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in the Kalahari in the Northern Cape, the !Xaus Lodge is a tranquil oasis in the midst of a vast wilderness. The establishment provides a breathtaking view of the untouched desert landscape. During the day, guests can appreciate the magnificence of the desert in peaceful solitude, while at night, they can indulge in unparalleled stargazing.

Mapungubwe National Park, located in South Africa's northern border where it meets Botswana and Zimbabwe, is a breathtaking haven of nature and history. Its stunning scenery is a blend of savannah, sandstone formations, ancient floodplains, and unique forests, creating a natural stage for an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, white rhinos, captivating predators like hyenas, leopards, and lions, various antelope species, and a diverse range of birds.

Situated in the Bojonala District in the Northwest Province, Thaba Legae is a tranquil guest lodge that appeals to both the savvy business traveller looking for a peaceful escape and those craving a good time.

Mapungubwe National Park, located in South Africa's northern border where it meets Botswana and Zimbabwe, is a breathtaking haven of nature and history. Its stunning scenery is a blend of savannah, sandstone formations, ancient floodplains, and unique forests, creating a natural stage for an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, white rhinos, captivating predators like hyenas, leopards, and lions, various antelope species, and a diverse range of birds.

Never has wellness been more relevant, with health and immunity now at the forefront of consciousness after months spent at home during lockdown, and entirely new concepts added to the plethora of health concerns - from Zoom fatigue and maskne to the loneliness induced by self-isolation. Here are some of South Africa’s top wellness experiences for travellers to nurture the mind, body, and spirit on a 2021 post-lockdown trip.

Feast your eyes, feed your soul and be inspired by South Africa in full bloom… South Africa is unique. It is one country in the world where one can weave a vibrant tapestry of culture and heritage from the many and varied attractions, experiences and influences that permeate daily living.

Vervet monkeys are playful, mischievous primates that can be found all over eastern South Africa and are hugely entertaining to watch – as long as you keep the kitchen windows closed.

The Upper Karoo Route from Victoria West to Calvinia via Carnarvon offers the beautiful landscape of Northern Cape (strewn with daisies in spring), rare wildlife and a thriving, hospitable culture.

Northern Cape is a vast arid province bisected by the Orange River – a superb wedding destination, whether among lush vineyard greenery, spring wildflowers, or the stark dry beauty of the Kalahari.

The elegance of the Cape Winelands, the grandeur of the mountains, scenic views on lonely beaches, or surrounded by bushveld wildlife – plan a wedding in South Africa, and you’re spoilt for choice.

Almost every South African game reserve has Burchell’s zebras, a plains zebra subspecies, to delight visitors – and a few select parks are home to the rarer Cape mountain zebra.