Why South Africa?

South Africa is a diverse and captivating holiday destination known for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and thrilling wildlife experiences. Home to Cape Town and Kruger National Park, it offers a wide range of experiences that caters to all.

Pin Location icon svg format color white

Our Take

icon

South Africa is truly a remarkable destination encompassing a diverse range of experiences. With stunning beaches, dynamic cities, wildlife parks and reserves, arid deserts, rich culture, and an ancient human history, it's a country that has it all.

Embark on a journey to learn about the colonial past in the battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, go wine tasting in the Cape’s winelands, meander on a road trip along the Garden Route, or go game viewing in the world famous Kruger National Park or in the Eastern Cape.

What to look out for

Heart icon pink color
We love:
Providing some of the most family friendly safaris, South Africa offers breathtaking scenery, cosmopolitan cities and is home to the Kruger National Park, one of the world's largest nature reserves.
Navigation Icon
Key locations:
Kruger National Park, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Cape Town, Cape Winelands, KwaZulu Natal, Madikwe Game Reserve.
Medal Icon
Key experiences:
Sighting the Big 5, Wine tasting and culinary tours, Take a cable car or hike up Table Mountain, Whale spotting, Explore the Garden Route.

What to see in 

South Africa

Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
Pin Location icon svg format color white
This is some text inside of a div block.
No items found.
Arrow Icon left
Arrow Icon right

When to visit 

South Africa

Temp
Rain

A stunning month to be in Cape Town. Expect rain in Kruger.

Temp
Rain

The hottest month of the year in Cape Town. Expect rain in Kruger.

Temp
Rain

Temperatures start to drop in Cape Town, as do the crowds. Expect rain in Kruger.

Temp
Rain

Temperatures drop further in Cape Town. Expect less rain in Kruger.

Temp
Rain

Cape Town starts to see rain but the Kruger's dry season begins.

Temp
Rain

The Kruger's dry season is underway with green savannah is sight.

Temp
Rain

A great time to travel Kruger. Excellent visibility and wildlife clustering around waterholes.

Temp
Rain

Like July, a lovely time to travel Kruger. Excellent wildlife viewing. Cold evenings.

Temp
Rain

A fantastic month to be on safari. Temperatures start to climb.

Temp
Rain

The end of dry season with drier lands. Temperatures climb further.

Temp
Rain

Rains start in Kruger but clear warmer weather begins in Cape Town.

Temp
Rain

December brings plenty of rain to Kruger, as Cape Town reaches peak season.

Feeling inspired?

The simplest way to begin is by getting in touch.
Enquire now ARC text
Quote icon svg

Ben Nelson
Founder
Nelson travel enquire now circle logoEnquire now ARC text
South Africa

Start planning your tailor-made holiday

Speak to one of our travel specialists

Call usEnquire now
Lizzy Nelson Grayscale photo
Ben Nelson Grayscale photo
Available now
Feeling inspired? Speak to one of our experts
Jan
Dec
Oct
Nov
May