South Africa is a beautiful country with a lot to offer visitors. Here are some of the top things to do in South Africa:
- Visit the Kruger National Park. The Kruger National Park is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa. It is home to an abundance of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, and giraffes. You can go on game drives, bush walks, or even go white-water rafting in the park.
- Go on a safari. A safari is a great way to see the wildlife of South Africa. You can go on a traditional game drive, or you can go on a more adventurous safari, such as a walking safari or a hot air balloon safari.
- Visit Cape Town. Cape Town is a beautiful city with stunning views of Table Mountain. There are many things to see and do in Cape Town, including visiting Robben Island, hiking up Table Mountain, and exploring the city’s vibrant food scene.
- Go wine tasting in Stellenbosch. Stellenbosch is a wine region in South Africa known for its beautiful scenery and delicious wines. There are many wineries to visit in Stellenbosch, and you can even go on a wine tour.
- Visit Zululand. Zululand is a region in South Africa known for its rich cultural heritage. You can visit Zululand to learn about the Zulu people, see traditional Zulu dances, and visit the KwaZulu-Natal National Museum.
- Go dolphin watching in Hermanus. Hermanus is a town on the South African coast known for its dolphin watching. You can go on a boat trip to see the dolphins, or you can simply watch them from the shore.
Here is a suggested 2-week itinerary for a trip to South Africa:
Day 1: Arrive in Johannesburg Day 2: Explore Johannesburg Day 3: Drive to Kruger National Park Day 4: Game drive in Kruger National Park Day 5: Game drive in Kruger National Park Day 6: Drive to Cape Town Day 7: Explore Cape Town Day 8: Hike up Table Mountain Day 9: Visit Robben Island Day 10: Go wine tasting in Stellenbosch Day 11: Drive to Zululand Day 12: Learn about Zulu culture Day 13: Go dolphin watching in Hermanus Day 14: Depart from Cape Town
This is just a suggested itinerary, and you can customize it to fit your interests and budget. South Africa is a big country, so you will need to decide how much time you want to spend in each place.
The cost of a trip to South Africa will vary depending on the time of year you travel, the length of your stay, and your budget. However, you can expect to spend around R18,000.00 per person for a 2-week trip.
Here are some tips for planning your trip to South Africa:
- Book your flights and accommodation in advance, especially if you are traveling during peak season.
- Get a South African visa if you need one.
- Pack for all types of weather, as the climate in South Africa can vary greatly.
- Be aware of the crime rate in South Africa and take precautions to stay safe.
- Learn some basic Afrikaans or Zulu, as this will help you communicate with locals.
- Have fun and enjoy your trip in South Africa!
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ICYMI: US secretary of state accuses Ebrahim Rasool of being a ‘race-baiting politician who hates America’ and Donald Trump The United States is in effect expelling South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, with secretary of state Marco Rubio accusing the envoy of hating the country and President Donald Trump. “South Africa’s ambassador to the United States […]http://dlvr.it/TJYpKw - Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to US is ‘no longer welcome’
ICYMI: US secretary of state accuses Ebrahim Rasool of being a ‘race-baiting politician who hates America’ and Donald Trump The United States is in effect expelling South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, with secretary of state Marco Rubio accusing the envoy of hating the country and President Donald Trump. “South Africa’s ambassador to the United States is no longer welcome in our great country,” Rubio posted on X… Read more: Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to US is ‘no longer welcome’ - South Africa’s Ambassador to U.S. ‘Persona Non Grata’ – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
ICYMI: [allAfrica] Cape Town — The Trump administration is expelling South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool after statements he reportedly made during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Rasool is “no longer welcome in our great country”.http://dlvr.it/TJXbMM - South Africa’s Ambassador to U.S. ‘Persona Non Grata’ – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
ICYMI: [allAfrica] Cape Town — The Trump administration is expelling South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool after statements he reportedly made during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Rasool is “no longer welcome in our great country”.http://dlvr.it/TJXbMM - Sassa Battling to Find a Permanent Office in Khayelitsha
ICYMI: ICYMI: [GroundUp] Agency plans to improve rented office spacehttp://dlvr.it/TJWTZkhttp://dlvr.it/TJY4nJ - Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to US is ‘no longer welcome’
US secretary of state accuses Ebrahim Rasool of being a ‘race-baiting politician who hates America’ and Donald Trump The United States is in effect expelling South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, with secretary of state Marco Rubio accusing the envoy of hating the country and President Donald Trump. “South Africa’s ambassador to the United States is […]http://dlvr.it/TJY4bR - Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to US is ‘no longer welcome’
US secretary of state accuses Ebrahim Rasool of being a ‘race-baiting politician who hates America’ and Donald Trump The United States is in effect expelling South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, with secretary of state Marco Rubio accusing the envoy of hating the country and President Donald Trump. “South Africa’s ambassador to the United States is no longer welcome in our great country,” Rubio posted on X on… Read more: Marco Rubio says South Africa’s ambassador to US is ‘no longer welcome’ - NSFAS Finalises Allowance Payments for 2025 Academic Year
ICYMI: [SAnews.gov.za] The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that the allowance payments for the 2025 academic year have been finalised and are ready for implementation.http://dlvr.it/TJXbWG - South Africa’s Ambassador to U.S. ‘Persona Non Grata’ – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
[allAfrica] Cape Town — The Trump administration is expelling South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool after statements he reportedly made during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Rasool is “no longer welcome in our great country”.http://dlvr.it/TJXbMM - South Africa’s Ambassador to U.S. ‘Persona Non Grata’ – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
[allAfrica] Cape Town — The Trump administration is expelling South Africa’s Ambassador to the U.S. Ebrahim Rasool after statements he reportedly made during a meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote that Rasool is “no longer welcome in our great country”.http://dlvr.it/TJXbMM - Basic Education Surpasses 93 Percent Milestone in Eradicating Pit Toilets
ICYMI: ICYMI: [SAnews.gov.za] The Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) initiative has successfully eradicated over 93% of identified pit toilets in public schools across the country.http://dlvr.it/TJVJYBhttp://dlvr.it/TJXD9X - Sassa Battling to Find a Permanent Office in Khayelitsha
ICYMI: [GroundUp] Agency plans to improve rented office spacehttp://dlvr.it/TJWTZkhttp://dlvr.it/TJXD1X - Sassa Battling to Find a Permanent Office in Khayelitsha
ICYMI: [GroundUp] Agency plans to improve rented office spacehttp://dlvr.it/TJWTZk - NSFAS Finalises Allowance Payments for 2025 Academic Year
[SAnews.gov.za] The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced that the allowance payments for the 2025 academic year have been finalised and are ready for implementation.http://dlvr.it/TJWTSg - Basic Education Surpasses 93 Percent Milestone in Eradicating Pit Toilets
ICYMI: [SAnews.gov.za] The Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) initiative has successfully eradicated over 93% of identified pit toilets in public schools across the country.http://dlvr.it/TJVJYBhttp://dlvr.it/TJW3Sh - Basic Education Surpasses 93 Percent Milestone in Eradicating Pit Toilets
ICYMI: [SAnews.gov.za] The Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) initiative has successfully eradicated over 93% of identified pit toilets in public schools across the country.http://dlvr.it/TJVJYB - Sassa Battling to Find a Permanent Office in Khayelitsha
[GroundUp] Agency plans to improve rented office spacehttp://dlvr.it/TJVJRr - Janet Suzman on Athol Fugard: A writer of true integrity has gone
ICYMI: ICYMI: In a sense, Athol Fugard always remained a mystery. He was the sort of person in whose presence you felt a deep well of wisdoms hiding, wisdoms he would never divulge unless he trusted you, and how were you ever to earn that trust? But he once allowed me to cut his play Hello […]http://dlvr.it/TJTv3V - ‘If you don’t get early years right, children are unlikely to catch up’: why South Africa is trying to reboot its school system
ICYMI: With 80% of 10-year-olds unable to read for meaning, the government is prioritising literacy and numeracy among pre-school pupils as it tackles its education problems When she noticed children hanging around with nothing to do after school in the sprawling Johannesburg township of Soweto in 2016, Faith Nedoboni decided to start an after-school programme. But as she helped them with their homework, she realised many, some… Read more: ‘If you don’t get early years right, children are unlikely to catch up’: why South Africa is trying to reboot its school system - Spike Attacks Increase, Drivers Warned – South African News Briefs – March 11, 2025
ICYMI: [allAfrica]http://dlvr.it/TJT79S - Basic Education Surpasses 93 Percent Milestone in Eradicating Pit Toilets
[SAnews.gov.za] The Sanitation Appropriate for Education (SAFE) initiative has successfully eradicated over 93% of identified pit toilets in public schools across the country.http://dlvr.it/TJT71t