| South Africa vs
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as the 'Rainbow Nation' South Africa's
bewildering mix of culture, wildlife,
and scenery united with the sunny African
climate and competitive passion for
sport makes this country one of the
most popular touring destinations. The
options for touring itineraries are
endless, from the beauty of Cape Town
with the dramatic Table Mountain as
a backdrop, the stunning scenery of
the Winelands, Pilanesburg Game Reserve
home to the Big Five and the truly amazing
Sun City, South Africa is a destination
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| Cape Town is often
remarked upon as occupying one of the most
fantastic locations in the world. Table Mountain
provides a formidable backdrop to the city,
while the waves of the Atlantic Ocean lap
the shores and harbour front. The Victoria
& Alfred waterfront is popular with both locals
and tourists with a wide selection of shops,
boutiques, restaurants and bars all in one
location. This cosmopolitan city boasts not
only Table Mountain but Robben Island, the
proclaimed UN World Heritage site, access
to the magnificent Winelands region and also
some remarkable Dutch colonial architecture.
Sadly some of the history of apartheid is
still dramatically apparent if you venture
out of the city centre into the flats of Cape
Town and the Township areas, all of which
add to the enchantment of this unforgettable
destination. |
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Highlights
of Cape Town include:
Table Mountain
Take the revolving cable car to the top of
Table Mountain for the most spectacular and
breathtaking views of Cape Town and the surrounding
area. Attractions at the summit include a
restaurant and souvenir shop, short walking
trails and the Table Mountain Nature Reserve.
The best time to ride to the summit is late
afternoon - so that you can see Cape Town
both in daylight, and after a spectacular
sunset at night. |
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Cape Point
and Peninsula Tour
This stunning trip follows the coastal route,
where you will discover some of South Africa's
best beaches and most spectacular coastline.
The road leaves the centre of Cape Town and
winds down through Camps Bay, Llandudno and
Hout Bay, before crossing the Peninsula to
Simons Town where you will see a resident
penguin colony at Boulders Bay. Your final
stop, the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve
offers memorable views over the meeting of
two oceans, the Indian and Atlantic, as well
as a diverse range of flora and fauna. sunset
at night. |
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Robben Island
Visible from the shores of Table Bay, Robben
Island became known as 'South Africa's Alcatraz'
and most famously as the place where Nelson
Mandela was imprisoned for nearly two decades.
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Duiker Island, Hout Bay
Catch the Circe, a passenger ferry from Hout
Bay to Duiker Island to see the noisy Cape
fur seals. Visitors are not allowed to set
foot on the island but the views from the
deck of the Circe provide some close encounters.
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Township Tour
The township tour offers an insight into and
interaction with cultures, communities and
individuals living in Cape Town's colourful
society. Witness every day life in a demanding
environment and share in their hopes and achievements.
The tour continues to the townships of Langa,
Guguletu, Crossroads and Khayelitsha. This
is real Africa. Here traditional healers,
traders, markets, shebeens and the church
play an important role in the community. Tour
the well known Bo-Kaap (Traditional Malay
Quarters) and visit District Six Museum. |
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Stellenbosch Winelands
Renowned for its Cape Dutch architecture and
oak tree-lined streets, the picturesque university
town of Stellenbosch has been a major centre
for South Africa's wine production for more
than 300 years. A 30-minute drive east of
Cape Town, the location of the vineyards on
the rolling hills between the Stellenbosch
Mountains and the sea is critical to the quality
of the wines. While the region is best known
for its full-bodied reds such as Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinotage and Shiraz, there
are pockets of vineyards that produce top-quality
white wines. |
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| Durban is a vibrant
African city, the playground of South Africa.
Durban offers a sub-tropical carnival atmosphere,
endless summers, a sparkling ocean lined with
golden beaches and thousands of pleasure options.
Sumptuous hotels command superlative views
of the sea and restaurants, nightclubs, discos
and coffee bars scintillate till late. |
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Highlights of Durban include:
Beaches
Durban's main attraction is its long string
of surf beaches. Known as the 'Golden Mile'
Durban's beaches stretch over 6km, with shark
nets protecting the warm water beaches. The
main beaches from north to south are; Lagunam
Tekweni, Country Cklub, Oasis, Dunes, Battery,
Bay of Plenty, North, Dairy, South, Addington
and Bells. |
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Tala Game Reserve
Take a break from city life and head to Tala,
a private game reserve within easy reach of
the city limits. Spanning nearly 3000 hectares
and incorporating a many diverse natural environments,
the reserve features well over 300 bird species,
with big game that includes buffalo, rhino,
kudu, hippo, giraffe and the rare sable antelope.
Game drives are held throughout the day with
an experienced guide and tracker. Guided horseback
rides along the water's edge gives a close
proximity to the creatures, and walks along
the many trails are an exciting way to explore
the reserve. |
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Deep Sea Fishing
The warm waters of the Indian Ocean ensures
that the coastline of Durban is teaming with
sealife, Game, reef, shark and fly-fishing
trips are available. |
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Phezulu Safari Park
This traditional Zulu Village offers
visitors a fabulous insight into the
Zulu culture. Learn about everyday life,
be entertained with local dancing and
stories before enjoying a traditional
lunch in the restaurant. |
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