Discover South Africa information
South Africa has it all – cosmopolitan cities, snow-capped mountains, spectacular safaris. A multi-cultural nation, it has won its place in history. We have put together this guide to show you why South Africa should be your next holiday destination.
Inexpensive holiday
South Africa is affordable yet offers world-class facilities. Indulge in luxury hotels, spas, safaris and restaurants with enough spending money for shopping sprees.
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Adventure travel
South Africa is the adventure capital of the world with over 130 activities from the world’s only crocodile cage-diving to bungee jumping off the Bloukrans Bridge – the highest bungee jumping site in the world.
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Natural splendour
South Africa boasts one of the most diverse landscapes on the continent, with habitats ranging from exotic beaches to stony deserts, soaring mountains to lush grasslands and classic African savannahs.
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Rainbow nation
South Africa is proud to celebrate all its African and immigrant cultures. In true African spirit, we understand the value of warm hospitality, and look forward to welcoming you to our Rainbow Nation - in 11 official languages!
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Cultural encounters
Whether you spend a day in a Zulu village or a city township, you’ll find South Africans friendly and their day-to-day lifestyles and customs accessible.
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Sunshine
Enjoy 300 days of warm weather in which to experience our game parks, forests, mountains and 3000km coastline.
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Golden legacy
South Africa is home to political legends, revolutionaries and sport champions. There have also been many great leaders: Nelson Mandela, FW de Klerk, Helen Suzeman, Desmond Tutu and Francois Pienaar, to name but a few.
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Diverse experiences
Explore our nine spectacular provinces: Gauteng, Mpumalanga, North West, Free State, Limpopo, KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape, Western Cape and Eastern Cape. Each offers its own unique mix of nature, wildlife, culture and adventure activities.
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Safaris
Spot the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) on a game drive or walking safari. There are over 700 publicly-owned reserves, including 19 national parks, with Kruger National Park being the largest.
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Top 10 destinations in South Africa
As the official airline of South Africa, it is our mission to ensure that you enjoy your stay with us. Here are our top 10 recommendations:
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