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South Africa

A melting pot of cultures, history, breathtaking landscapes, and abundant wildlife. There's nowhere quite like South Africa.


EXPLORE SOUTH AFRICA

Discover South Africa with Wilderness

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Miles of powdery beaches, dramatic mountainscapes, picturesque winelands, star-studded desert skies, wide open plains teeming with wildlife, plus Cape Town - undeniably one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With a wealth of knowledge in the field, our team at Wilderness has access to South Africa’s most exclusive destinations and experiences.

South Africa Cape Lighthouse
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa Cape Town Waterfront Intro
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Ready to explore one of the world’s most beautiful cities?

South Africa’s ‘Mother City’, Cape Town, is a playground for adventure-seekers, from snorkelling alongside seals, to abseiling off Table Mountain or surfing the many world-famous breaks. There are also plenty of leisurely activities. Wine and dine in the Cape’s legendary Winelands. Take a sunset cruise around Table Bay or simply wander the streets downtown, soaking in the rich art, music and culture.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Wine and dine in the Cape Winelands

South Africa is one of the continent's most popular safari destinations, offering extraordinary wildlife sightings across a wide variety of habitats, and signature luxury lodges. Bookend an iconic African safari experience immersed in the world-famous culinary and viticultural experiences of the Cape, or spend a few days absorbing Johannesburg’s rich history.

Key Facts

South Africa key facts

Nine unique regions, 11 official languages, three thriving capital cities. South Africa is certainly one of the most unique places on Earth. Situated on the southern tip of the African continent, it shares borders with Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, and over 2,700 km of glorious, exceptionally photogenic coastline.

POPULATION SIZE

60 million

CURRENCY

South African Rand (ZAR)

GEOGRAPHICAL SIZE

1,221,037 km²

BEST TIME TO GO

All year round

LANGUAGE

English

Habitats

Wildlife

Weather

FAQ

General

Visas

Vaccinations

Let’s plan your next journey

Ready?

When we say we’re there every step of the way, we mean it, literally. From planning the perfect circuit, to private inter-camp transfers on Wilderness Air, and easing you through Customs. We’re with you on the ground, at your side, 24-7, from start to finish. Ready to take the road less travelled? Contact our Travel Designers to plan an unforgettable journey.