South Africa holidays
South Africa is a popular tourist destination. Among the main attractions are the diverse and picturesque culture, the game reserves and the highly regarded local wines.
If you don't feel confident enough to drive, but want to see a lot of South Africa in a fairly short space of time why not take a Peoples Travel escorted tour? Sit back in the comfort of an air conditioned coach and be taken to the best sights accompanied by a professional English speaking guide who has excellent knowledge of the specific tour destination, will provide information as you travel and is always on hand to answer your questions during the trip.
Places of interests in South Africa include Parks such as Kruger National Park and a range of World Heritage Sites.
Kruger National Park is one of the world's oldest and largest national parks. World-renowed, it offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. It is the place which combines luxury and wildlife!
Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and also one of the 'Seven Natural Wonders of the World'. It is the largest sheet of falling water on the planet, twice the height of Niagara Falls and one-and-a-half times the width.
Away from the national parks, many tourists have found Cape Town to be South Africa's shining gem: beautiful, within close range of fine beaches, and boasting an exciting nightlife.
Other places to visit include Johannesburg, often called Jo’burg. Vibrant and exciting, it offers visitors a large selection of recreational, cultural and historical attractions. Sights in Jo'burg include the Museum Africa, which gives an honest and self-critical look at the nation's sometimes troubled past, the Market Theatre Complex, which houses theatres and a Saturday flea market.
South Africa Travellers Tips:
FLYING TIME: From UK approx 10 hrs
TIME: GMT +2 hrs
HEALTH: No vaccinations are required if travelling from the UK, anti-malaria tablets advised if visiting game reserves.
VISAS: Not required for UK passport holders.
CURRENCY: Rand (ZAR).
SEASONS: Summer - Nov to Feb, Winter - Mar to Oct. Cape Town and the southern Western Cape have a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and warm winters, while Durban and the KwaZulu-Natal coast is sub-tropical with plenty of year round sunshine.
ELECTRICITY: 220-240 volts. 3 pt round pin adapter plug required.
Please telephone 0844 472 3210 for details of our South Africa holidays .
