"SIYANIMEMA APHA eSOUTH AFRICA"
Welcome to South Africa!
In preparation of your trip around South Africa, let us tell you a little bit more about this beautiful country.
You will find a country comprising of over 49 million people, speaking eleven official languages. Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sesotho SA lebo, Sesotho, Setswana, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga. South Africa may appear small on the map, but it is larger than many people think. The land area is over 1 219 100sqm, with a coast line stretching 2798 km. The nine provinces each have their own unique beauty and a rich cultural history. There are plenty of opportunities to explore and meet the people and enjoy the variety South Africa has to offer.
Despite it’s size, the country has a well developed road system, railway networks, international airports and harbours to accommodate any means of travel. To give you an idea of the vast distances, if you were traveling by road between Cape Town and The Kruger National Park it could take you approximately 22-23 hours. Traveling by road between Durban and Johannesburg would take you approximately 6 hours. So it is wise to check out the distances between the cities that you would like to visit, when planning your trip.
There are three capital cities of South Africa namely: Pretoria - Administrative, Cape Town -Legislative and Bloemfontein - Judicial. All of these cities are a must see.
The King Protea is SA's National Flower:
The King Protea is SA's National Flower:
The Springbok is SA's National Animal:
South Africa also holds a number of natural records:
Table Mountain - declared a Natural Wonder of the World
Table Mountain has over 1500 plant species which is more than that found in the UK
9600 Plant species, 70% of which are not found anywhere else in the world
Tugela Falls is the second highest waterfall in the world at 2789ft
SA has 90% of the world's platinum metals
SA has 80% of the world's manganese and 41% of its gold fields
SA has 73% of the world's chrome deposits
SA has 299 Mammals of which two are critically endangered - the Rhino and the Elephant
Table Mountain has over 1500 plant species which is more than that found in the UK
9600 Plant species, 70% of which are not found anywhere else in the world
Tugela Falls is the second highest waterfall in the world at 2789ft
SA has 90% of the world's platinum metals
SA has 80% of the world's manganese and 41% of its gold fields
SA has 73% of the world's chrome deposits
SA has 299 Mammals of which two are critically endangered - the Rhino and the Elephant
South Africa has the:
Largest Antelope, the Eland
Tallest Animal, the Giraffe
Largest Bird, the Ostrich
Fastest Animal, the Cheetah
The National Parks which can be found in all 9 provinces, will provide you with the opportunity to experience nature at it’s best. Some of the most famous ones are the Kruger National Park, Hluluwe/Umfolozi, Richtersveld National Park, Golden Gate National Park, Nkomazi, Sanbona, Shamwari and so many more. There is an amazing variety of wild life to see. The BIG 5 (Buffalo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and Rhino) is absolutely a must! To see these wild animals is truely an unforgettable experience. For all you birding enthusiasts: South Africa is one of the top birding destinations in the world. A huge variety, just to name a few: Vultures, Eagles, Guinea Fowl, Owls, Kingfishers, Rollers, Bee Eaters, Swallows, Shrikes, Starlings, Ox peckers and the list goes on and on. For all you photographic enthusiasts - South Africa has it all - Mountains, Sea, Land, Animals and a beauty that is truely unique.
Tallest Animal, the Giraffe
Largest Bird, the Ostrich
Fastest Animal, the Cheetah
The National Parks which can be found in all 9 provinces, will provide you with the opportunity to experience nature at it’s best. Some of the most famous ones are the Kruger National Park, Hluluwe/Umfolozi, Richtersveld National Park, Golden Gate National Park, Nkomazi, Sanbona, Shamwari and so many more. There is an amazing variety of wild life to see. The BIG 5 (Buffalo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and Rhino) is absolutely a must! To see these wild animals is truely an unforgettable experience. For all you birding enthusiasts: South Africa is one of the top birding destinations in the world. A huge variety, just to name a few: Vultures, Eagles, Guinea Fowl, Owls, Kingfishers, Rollers, Bee Eaters, Swallows, Shrikes, Starlings, Ox peckers and the list goes on and on. For all you photographic enthusiasts - South Africa has it all - Mountains, Sea, Land, Animals and a beauty that is truely unique.
Whatever draws you... the scenery, the wild life, the people...
Visiting "this world in one country" will be an enriching experience.
Let us know where you would like to travel in South Africa and we will customise a tour for you.
Visiting "this world in one country" will be an enriching experience.
Let us know where you would like to travel in South Africa and we will customise a tour for you.
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Enkosi kakhulu ngokuza apha eSouth Africa
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