South Africa
If you didn’t know that Cape Town, Southern Africa’s oldest port, is also considered one of the most gorgeous cities in the world, you just have to go there to know why. Just a drive through Stellenbosch, South Africa’s Napa Valley, will want to make you postpone your return ticket until you’ve tried each and every vineyard while devouring traditional African food under that great big sky. All this urban beauty aside, it also has one of the world’s greatest wildlife sanctuaries, the legendary Krueger National Park. When they say ‘South Africa is not for sissies’, they want you to go dive with Great Whites, hike up Table Mountain (one of the oldest mountains in the world), surf the magnificent waves of two oceans, and soak in some of the richest diversity of nature and wildlife our planet has to offer. Yes, we recommend you keep your return dates flexible; there is more Africa here per square mile than in all of Africa.
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Right through the festive season of Christmas and New Year and all the way to Easter, the weather is picture perfect (with an occasional summer shower). From beaches to game parks, vineyard visits and marine adventures, book 6-8 months in advance to avoid disappointment.
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Temperatures start to dip and tourist crowds are marginally less; an exceptional time for safaris and game viewing. September November (springtime) sees a profusion of wildflowers; game animals are out in force for birthing season, and whale watching is at an all-time high.
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Although technically winter (going into spring), days are warm and crisp and nights chilly. Whales come close to shore to give berth. Safaris are still on as game congregate around diminishing waterholes. The cable car to Table Mountain shuts in early August for maintenance, but the arrival of spring is still a beautiful time to visit.
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Trip Idea Description:
All Tripifini journeys are completely customizable. Our South Africa trip ideas are designed to give you any easy starting point for your personal experience - feel free to make changes. Want to make your trip a little longer? Have multiple generations in your family or group members that want to do slightly different things? Is there a special anniversary or birthday you want to celebrate? Your Tripifini South Africa travel expert will custom craft an amazing experience just for you.
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With very few exceptions, there is always a good time to visit South Africa at any time of the year. Low seasons can work best for those wishing lesser crowds and better prices. A shoulder season is often the best time to visit, weather and accommodation-wise. Conversely, the peak season can be the most crowded and expensive times of the year. Always check with your travel expert; their advice on when to go to South Africa is invaluable.
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Read as many country-guides as you wish; there is no substitute for on-the-ground expertise of a local travel expert. Apart from customizing your South Africa vacation entirely and advising you on best things to do and best hotels to stay at, our local travel expert will also provide 24/7 support. Let our team of travel agents in South Africa help make your vacation the best it could be.
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Here are a few must read travel articles in case you are planning a family trip to South Africa soon. These South Africa travel tips & insights will help familiarize you with the best places to visit, culture, cuisine and all those travel details a first time traveller to South Africa should be aware of.
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