{"id":7666,"date":"2022-06-22T02:50:11","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T02:50:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/"},"modified":"2022-06-22T02:50:11","modified_gmt":"2022-06-22T02:50:11","slug":"top-tourist-attractions-in-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uptymes.com\/edu\/top-tourist-attractions-in-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"article_intro\">n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, South Africa, officially known as the Republic of South Africa, offers a great introduction to the many jewels of the Dark Continent. Tourists here will find classic African scenery: golden savannah, great gaping gorges, and hauntingly beautiful deserts, as well as their favorite African creatures &#8211; and, as a bonus- the creature comforts. Apart from the big-name game parks of Kruger and the Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, South Africa is home to some of the world&#8217;s most luxurious private game reserves and lodges. Wildlife lovers come here from all corners of the globe in search of the &#8220;Big Five&#8221;: lion, buffalo, leopard, rhino, and elephant, and often they find it, and so much more.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">n<\/p>\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor: pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<p>n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<nav>\n<ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' >\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#1_Kruger_National_Park_Mpumalanga_and_Limpopo_Provinces\" title=\"1 Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1 Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#2_Cape_Town_Western_Cape\" title=\"2 Cape Town, Western Cape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2 Cape Town, Western Cape<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#3_Kgalagadi_Kalahari_Transfrontier_Park_Northern_Cape\" title=\"3 Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#4_Stellenbosch_Western_Cape\" title=\"4 Stellenbosch, Western Cape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4 Stellenbosch, Western Cape<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#5_The_Drakensberg_KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"5 The Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 The Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#6_The_Garden_Route\" title=\"6 The Garden Route\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6 The Garden Route<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#7_iSimangaliso_Wetland_Park_KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"7 iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">7 iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#8_Blyde_River_Canyon_Nature_Reserve_Mpumalanga\" title=\"8 Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8 Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#9_Cage_Dive_with_Great_White_Sharks\" title=\"9 Cage Dive with Great White Sharks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9 Cage Dive with Great White Sharks<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#10_Robben_Island_Western_Cape\" title=\"10 Robben Island, Western Cape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Robben Island, Western Cape<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#11_Durbans_Golden_Mile_KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"11 Durban&#8217;s Golden Mile, KwaZulu-Natal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">11 Durban&#8217;s Golden Mile, KwaZulu-Natal<\/a><\/li>\n<li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-south-africa\/#12_Johannesburg_and_Pretoria_Gauteng\" title=\"12 Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">12 Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<p>nn<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Coral reefs, shark dives, dragon-backed mountain ranges, white-water rafting, and golden beaches lapped by legendary surf breaks are some of South Africa&#8217;s many other attractions. Traveling around this vast land and touring the vibrant cities, visitors can learn about the nation&#8217;s turbulent history: in Cape Town, one of the world&#8217;s most beautiful cities; in Durban, a melting pot of cultures and cuisines, at the poignant museums and galleries in Johannesburg, and in Soweto, birthplace of Nelson Mandela, who helped birth democracy in this astoundingly diverse nation.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-NP-KRUGER\" class=\"sitename\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Kruger_National_Park_Mpumalanga_and_Limpopo_Provinces\"><\/span><b>1<\/b> Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-kruger-national-park.jpg\" alt=\"Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-NP-KRUGER\" class=\"phcaption\">Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Kruger National Park is one of the world&#8217;s most famous safari parks. One of the oldest game reserves in South Africa, the park lies about a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive from Johannesburg and offers visitors the chance to see the &#8220;Big Five&#8221;: lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino, as well as an astounding diversity of other wildlife. It&#8217;s also home to bushman rock paintings and archaeological sites. Visitors can explore Kruger on the large network of sealed roads; organize a walking safari; or soar over the vast grasslands, gallery forests, and river systems in a hot air balloon. Accommodation ranges from basic campsites to comfortable lodges.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-WC-TAB\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Cape_Town_Western_Cape\"><\/span><b>2<\/b> Cape Town, Western Cape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-cape-town.jpg\" alt=\"Cape Town, Western Cape\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-WC-TAB\" class=\"phcaption\">Cape Town, Western Cape<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"adslot_main1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<p>One of the planet&#8217;s most breathtaking cities, Cape Town is, by population, the second largest settlement in South Africa. Nature surrounds this multicultural city, which nuzzles between a rugged range of mountains and the sea. For a spectacular overview, hike to the peak of flat-topped <b>Table Mountain, <\/b>or glide up on the cableway. The hour-long hike up <b>Lion&#8217;s Head<\/b> also provides panoramic city vistas. On Table Mountain&#8217;s eastern slopes, the magnificent <b>Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens <\/b>lie within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Strolling along the waterfront boardwalk, visitors might see whales spouting from the harbor. Penguins waddle along the golden beaches in <b>False Bay,<\/b> while south of the city, <b>Cape Point <\/b>is home to abundant wildlife and diverse botanical wonders. One of Cape Town&#8217;s top attractions is the <b>Victoria and Alfred Waterfront<\/b>. Reminiscent of Fisherman&#8217;s Wharf in San Francisco, visitors come here to shop, dine, and enjoy the many entertainment venues, including <b>Two Ocean&#8217;s Aquarium<\/b>. <b>Camp&#8217;s Bay, <\/b>rimmed by beautiful boulder-flanked beaches, offers chic shops and cafes<b>.<\/b> At sunset, nature lovers stake a spot along spectacular <b>Chapman&#8217;s Peak Drive<\/b> in a dusk ritual known as &#8220;sundowners&#8221; to watch the sun sink slowly into the sea.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-NC-KG\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kgalagadi_Kalahari_Transfrontier_Park_Northern_Cape\"><\/span><b>3<\/b> Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-kgalagadi-transfrontier-park.jpg\" alt=\"Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-NC-KG\" class=\"phcaption\">Kgalagadi (Kalahari) Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>A merger of South Africa&#8217;s <b>Kalahari Gemsbok National Park<\/b> and Botswana&#8217;s <b>Gemsbok National Park<\/b>, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is one of the largest wilderness areas in the world. Established in 2000, it is Africa&#8217;s first officially declared transfrontier park and lies in a remote region of South Africa&#8217;s Northern Cape. Gnarled camel thorn trees, red sands, golden grasslands, and deep blue skies provide a bold backdrop for photographs and game viewing. Among the huge diversity of wildlife, this vast conservation area is home to the famous black-maned Kalahari lion, stately gemsbok with their V-shaped horns, the sprawling nests of sociable weavers, meerkats, and many birds of prey. Other predators such as leopard, cheetah, and hyenas are also found here. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for some of the minor rugged roads or for those venturing into Botswana.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-WC-STELLE\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Stellenbosch_Western_Cape\"><\/span><b>4<\/b> Stellenbosch, Western Cape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-stellenbosch.jpg\" alt=\"Stellenbosch, Western Cape\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-WC-STELLE\" class=\"phcaption\">Stellenbosch, Western Cape<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Stellenbosch is one of the most picturesque towns in South Africa. A mosaic of farms, old oak trees, and white-washed Cape Dutch dwellings, Stellenbosch is one of the best preserved towns from the era of the Dutch East India Company. Today, it&#8217;s a university town with a vibrant feel and fantastic scenery. Foodies will love it here. Stellenbosch is home to some of South Africa&#8217;s best restaurants as well as many sidewalk cafes. History buffs can take a walk back in time at the <b>Village Museum<\/b>, a group of four restored houses and gardens dating from 1709 to 1850. <b>Rupert Museum<\/b> displays important works by South African artists, and the <b>Botanic Garden<\/b> at the <b>University of Stellenbosch<\/b> is another top tourist attraction. In the surrounding area, nature buffs can hike and bike on the wilderness trails in the breathtaking <b>Jonkershoek Nature Reserve<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-KZ-ND\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_The_Drakensberg_KwaZulu-Natal\"><\/span><b>5<\/b> The Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-ukhahlamba-drakensberg-park.jpg\" alt=\"The Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-KZ-ND\" class=\"phcaption\">The Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>The spectacular Drakensberg, meaning &#8220;Dragon Mountains,&#8221; is one of the most popular vacation destinations in South Africa and home to the country&#8217;s highest peaks. The region encompasses the World Heritage-listed <b>uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park<\/b>, a region of jaw-dropping beauty with jagged basalt buttresses and San rock art, and <b>Royal Natal National Park<\/b>, home to the awe-inspiring <b>Amphitheatre, <\/b>a magnificent cliff face and source of South Africa&#8217;s main rivers. The <b>Giant&#8217;s Castle Game Reserve<\/b> in the region protects large herds of eland. Dense forests flourish in the sheltered valleys, and the area is home to more than 800 different species of flowering plants as well as a rich diversity of wildlife. In the summer, the mountain landscapes are lush and fertile with gushing waterfalls and crystal-clear streams. In the winter, snow cloaks the dramatic peaks. Visitors flock here to hike and bike the scenic mountain trails, fish for trout, rock climb, abseil, parasail, and raft the waters of the fast-flowing rivers. Hot air balloon rides are a great way to appreciate the dramatic topography.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-WC-GR\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_The_Garden_Route\"><\/span><b>6<\/b> The Garden Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-garden-route.jpg\" alt=\"The Garden Route\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-WC-GR\" class=\"phcaption\">The Garden Route<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Along the country&#8217;s southeast coast, the Garden Route runs for about 200 kilometers through some of South Africa&#8217;s most breathtaking coastal scenery. The route stretches along the Indian Ocean from <b>Mossel Bay<\/b>, in the Western Cape, to the<b> Storms River, <\/b>in the Eastern Cape. This popular driving route passes through rolling green hills, pretty coastal towns, lagoons, lakes, and coastal cliffs. Highlights of the route include the charming town of <b>Knysna<\/b> snuggled between dense forests and a sparkling lagoon<b>; <\/b>the beautiful<b> Garden Route National Park <\/b>with its gorges, tidal pools, and thick forests; <b>Oudtshoorn&#8217;s<\/b> ostrich farms and <b>Cango Caves<\/b>; and the seal colony of the <b>Robberg Nature Reserve<\/b> in <b>Plettenberg Bay. <\/b>Adventures along the way run the gamut, from elephant back rides and whale watching trips to bungee jumping and tree canopy tours.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"adslot_main1\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-KZ-STL\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_iSimangaliso_Wetland_Park_KwaZulu-Natal\"><\/span><b>7<\/b> iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-isimangaliso-wetland-park.jpg\" alt=\"iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-KZ-STL\" class=\"phcaption\">iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu-Natal<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>iSimangaliso means &#8220;miracle and wonder&#8221; in the Zulu language, and it&#8217;s a fitting name for this World Heritage Area, home to Africa&#8217;s largest estuarine system. Formerly the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, iSimangaliso lies on the northeastern coast of Kwazulu Natal and connects eight interwoven ecosystems, including coral reefs, croc-filled rivers, lakes, towering coastal dunes, swamplands, and savanna. Not surprisingly, the area supports an incredible variety of wildlife. More than 526 species of birds inhabit the reserve as well as leatherback and loggerhead turtles, leopards, rhino, and Africa&#8217;s highest concentration of hippos and crocodiles. This unique wilderness area offers visitors the chance to combine a classic safari experience with coastal adventures in the marine reserve such as kayaking, fishing, diving, and snorkeling.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-MP-BLYD\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Blyde_River_Canyon_Nature_Reserve_Mpumalanga\"><\/span><b>8<\/b> Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-blyde-river-canyon-nature-reserve.jpg\" alt=\"Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-MP-BLYD\" class=\"phcaption\">Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Mpumalanga<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Beautiful Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve (also called Motlatse River Canyon) is a favorite stop on the drive between Johannesburg and Kruger National Park. The park is home to Africa&#8217;s second largest canyon as well as a rich diversity of wildlife and plants. Lush subtropical foliage, waterfalls, glistening rivers, and lichen-covered rock formations create a striking canvas of color and texture. Game viewing can be particularly rewarding with all the common species of South African primates and many hippos and crocodiles. The best way to explore this spectacular park is via the scenic driving routes or by hiking the extensive trails. Panoramic viewpoints include <b>Three Rondavels<\/b> and the aptly named <b>God&#8217;s Window<\/b>. Boat trips and whitewater rafting are also available on the rivers.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-ZZZ-11\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Cage_Dive_with_Great_White_Sharks\"><\/span><b>9<\/b> Cage Dive with Great White Sharks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-shark-cage-dive.jpg\" alt=\"Cage Dive with Great White Sharks\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-ZZZ-11\" class=\"phcaption\">Cage Dive with Great White Sharks<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Climb into a thick iron cage, plunge into the ocean, and come face-to-face with a great white shark. Believe it or not, this is one of South Africa&#8217;s top attractions &#8211; for thrill seekers. The sport has become so popular that new tour operators keep sprouting up every year. The best time to try the dive is April through October, but great whites swim these waters throughout the year thanks to healthy populations of seals and fish. Cape Town tour operators organize shark cage dives to areas such as <b>Simon&#8217;s Town<\/b>, <b>Seal Island<\/b>, <b>Dyer Island<\/b>, <b>Mossel Bay, <\/b>and<b> Gansbaai, <\/b>the self-proclaimed &#8220;Great White Shark Capital of the World.&#8221; Trips can also be arranged out of <b>Durban<\/b> and <b>Rocky Bay<\/b>. Since divers are enclosed in the custom-designed cages, no diving certification is required. For a little less excitement, it&#8217;s also possible to watch the action from the boat.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_info\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-WC-ROB\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Robben_Island_Western_Cape\"><\/span><b>10<\/b> Robben Island, Western Cape<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-robben-island.jpg\" alt=\"Robben Island, Western Cape\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-WC-ROB\" class=\"phcaption\">Robben Island, Western Cape<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>In Table Bay, World-Heritage-listed Robben Island is a haunting reminder of the horrors of apartheid. Nelson Mandela spent 18 years imprisoned in a tiny cell here along with other political dissidents and social misfits. Perhaps the best part about this experience is that ex-prisoners are usually the guides, sharing poignant first-hand accounts of the atrocities they endured. Tours to the island begin with multimedia exhibits in the museum at the <b>Nelson Mandela Gateway<\/b> at the <b>Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. <\/b>Sightseers then board boats to Robben Island, often braving rough swells on the 30-45-minute ride. Be sure to book early as the tours can fill up fast.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-KZ-GM\" class=\"sitename\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Durbans_Golden_Mile_KwaZulu-Natal\"><\/span><b>11<\/b> Durban&#8217;s Golden Mile, KwaZulu-Natal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-durban-waterfront.jpg\" alt=\"Durban&#039;s Golden Mile, KwaZulu-Natal\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-KZ-GM\" class=\"phcaption\">Durban&#8217;s Golden Mile, KwaZulu-Natal<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p>Durban&#8217;s sweeping waterfront promenade, the Golden Mile, is a legendary tourist magnet and a great starting point for a tour of the city. Long blond beaches lure swimmers, surfers, and anglers, while the bustling promenade feels like Miami Beach with its high-rise hotels, shops, restaurants, and flashy entertainment complexes. Visitors can stroll along here or rent a bike or Segway. Besides the beach scene, top attractions along this stretch include <b>uShaka Marine World<\/b>, a wonderland of sea-themed attractions; <b>Moses Mabhida Stadium<\/b>; and <b>Mini Town<\/b>, a tiny replica of Durban with a miniature rail network, airport, and harbor scene.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"article_block site\">n<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"SAF-GP-JO\" class=\"sitename\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Johannesburg_and_Pretoria_Gauteng\"><\/span><b>12<\/b> Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_photo\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"photo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.planetware.com\/photos-large\/SAF\/south-africa-johannesburg-soweto-2.jpg\" alt=\"Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phinfo\">n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phicon\"><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div id=\"phcaption_SAF-GP-JO\" class=\"phcaption\">Johannesburg and Pretoria, Gauteng<\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"phshare\"><span class=\"lbl\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<div class=\"site_desc\">n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Johannesburg, also known as Jo&#8217;burg, is the largest city in South Africa by population and a gateway for many travelers on safari. Named the &#8220;City of Gold&#8221; for its rich deposits of the precious metal, it&#8217;s also the economic engine and vibrant heart of the country. Top historical attractions include the <b>Apartheid Museum,<\/b> a poignant look at the oppression of apartheid to the birth of democracy; <b>Constitution Hill;<\/b> and <b>Gold Reef City, <\/b>which traces the region&#8217;s history through mining-themed attractions. If Johannesburg is the heart of South Africa, the shanty towns of <b>Soweto<\/b>, are its soul. An abbreviation for &#8220;southwestern townships,&#8221; Soweto birthed the freedom movement, which created South Africa&#8217;s new democratic constitution. Guided tours of the townships often include a visit to the <b>Mandela House<\/b>, now a national monument. Close in distance, but a world away in feel, <b>Pretoria <\/b>is the administrative capital of the country. It&#8217;s a city of parks and gardens, and home to the <b>Voortrekker Monument and Heritage Site <\/b>and the highly-lauded <b>Freedom Park<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/mabumbe.com\/top-tourist-attractions-seychelles\/<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>n Top Tourist Attractions in South Africa, South Africa, officially known as the Republic of South Africa, offers a great introduction to the many jewels of the Dark Continent. 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