South Africa Safari

South Africa is home to some of Africa's greatest natural riches. As well as the continent's greatest variety of wildlife - there is nowhere better to see the ' Big Five ' - it boasts more than 22,000 species of flowers and plants, stunning white beaches, the famous Garden Route, some of the world's truly great hotels, prize winning vineyards and an abundance of championship golf courses. No wonder people call it a whole world in one country!

Cape Town

This is one of the world's most fashionable cities. Clinging to the base of cloud-capped Table Mountain, it sits at the meeting point of two great oceans, which have created beautiful sandy beaches all around the edges of the city. At the Waterfront, you can shop all day, then unwind by exploring some of the city's incredibly colourful gardens. Finish the day with dinner in one of the waterside restaurants, while you watch the sun turn the sea and sky a million shades of red as it sinks into the ocean. Known as the world's fairest Cape, it is easy to explore the wine areas of Paarl, Stellenbosch and Franschoek. What better way to enjoy their world famous vintages than over an alfresco lunch beneath a spreading oak tree?

Touring Holidays

South Africa's well kept roads make it an excellent country for a driving holiday. A tour up the Garden Route to George and Knysna will take you along its spectacular coastline, with twists and turns through cool forests and over tumbling rivers. Spot whales from the cliffs and play a round of golf at one of the superb courses. Take a leisurely trip back to Cape Town with Rovos Rail - the luxury train that travels throughout Africa. Rovos Rail can take you on one of the great railway journeys of the world from Pretoria to Cape Town. It is an unrivalled way to feel the distances and variety of landscape this country has to offer. Whether you want to stay in luxury hotels or friendly B & B's along the route, we can recommend some of the best and arrange your itinerary so that you will make the most of your holiday.

National Parks

While South Africa may not have the remotest of the continent's national parks, they certainly possess some of the best, and the knowledge and experience of the people who work there is remarkable. Their expertise will give you real insights into the animal and bird life, the variety of which you will find hard to beat.

The Kruger National Park is one of the best known and boasts nearly 150 species of mammal and a staggering 500 bird species. A highly skilled ranger will introduce you to those you come across while on safari from one of the luxury lodges fringing the park. There you will enjoy idyllic surroundings in which to sit back and contemplate the setting sun after a hard day's game spotting.

Many excellent game parks are scattered throughout South Africa. Kwa Zulu Natal has some of the most diverse. You can look out for turtles at Kosi Bay or discover Hluhluwe / Umfolozi National Park and Ndumo Game Reserve, which for sheer beauty, tranquillity, and prolific bird life is hard to beat. Other private reserves let you combine the excitement of a safari holiday and the relaxation of a beach holiday in one location.

Natal and Rorke's Drift

Natal's turbulent history as a British colony is fascinating. A visit to the eerie Rorke's Drift or Blood River brings the battles between Zulu warriors and white colonialists back to life. Your guide will relive the battles with you at the sites where they happened.

The Drakensberg Mountains

The Drakensberg mountains stretch from the Cape of Good Hope up the eastern seaboard to the border of Mozambique. The most spectacular stretch lies on the country's border with Lesotho. This mountain wilderness rings the Kingdom of Lesotho, where you can gain a unique insight into the culture of the country. Dust down those hiking boots and set off on one of many guided hiking trails, walking past dramatic waterfalls and towering peaks. Horseback safaris provide a marvellous way to see the view.