Top 10 Destinations in South Africa
Teeming with wildlife, beaches, stunning landscapes, and lush forests, South Africa is one adventure to experience in your lifetime. In addition to its biodiversity, South Africa is also known as the ‘Rainbow Nation’ as it is home for people from all around the globe. This makes South Africa richer in culture than, perhaps, any other nation.
With that, here are the top 10 destinations you must not miss while visiting the colorful country of South Africa.
Blyde River Canyon
It is the third-largest canyon system behind Grand Canyon and Fish River Canyon. The Blyde River Canyon is nestled in the mountain of Drakensberg. The crystal clear water illuminated directly by the sunlight certainly is a godly creation. If you are looking to take a multiple-day tour, you can always get a lodging house from the area.
The Cape Winelands
Wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts think of the Cape Winelands as a haven of wine. It is a massive land area for wine production. The surrounding mountain ranges create a microclimate that makes wine plantation, preservation, and production perfect. You can choose from local day tours of wine and gourmet food tasting as these are the best way to experience the place.
Addo Elephant National Park
A wildlife conservatory park situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Visiting the park, you will see different species of birds, mammals, reptiles, and wild cats. One way to discover the park is through horseback riding.
Hermanus
A seaside town known for whale-watching and beautiful coastlines. Going here, you can learn from its history in the Old Harbour Museum. You can also shop in its famous Hermanus local market where you can find local farm produce and artisan pastries.
Durban
It is a city of mixed African, Indian, and other colonial cultures. Durban is home to the largest Indian growing community outside of India. You may also enjoy the generous horizon of the Golden Mile sandy beach where surfing and swimming are allowed.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Situated in the Kalahari Desert region of Botswana and South Africa, the park is home to vast wildlife, red dunes, and dry rivers. The wildlife preserve is open all-year-long but it is always best to visit after the rainy seasons from March to May.
Garden Route
Starting from Mossel Bay and ending at Storms River, you can see an abundance of small bodies of water, mountain ranges, forests, and coastlines. If you are up for a road trip, you can rent a vehicle to self-drive your way to the winding road of Garden Route.
Drakensberg
South Africa’s famous mountain ranges open for tourists of all kinds. It offers plenty of accommodations and tourist activities. Hiking is a primary activity but you can always opt for much less strenuous activity such as museums, fishing, and wine tasting.
Kruger National Park
Wild animal sightings are big in Kruger National Park. Since it is one of the top outdoor tourist destinations in South Africa, you need to prepare yourself for a long-day tour. Hop into its outdoor jeepney tours to see its profound natural beauty.
Capetown
Capetown is arguably the most famous tourist destination in South Africa. It is a seaport and offers majestic views of rock formations and the old charm of the historical harbor. Restaurants and cafes that will fill your appetite with local delicacies are everywhere.
With everything set, the one last thing that you must not forget is to document your travel. Be sure to check out our camera tips when shooting on manual mode to get the best photos possible.
