
South Africa is home to the world's oldest meteor scar, the Vredefort Dome. This colossal impact structure, formed over 2 billion years ago, sprawls across 300 kilometers. The impact of an asteroid, estimated to be 10 kilometers in diameter, created this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its geological significance offers scientists invaluable insights into Earth's ancient history and the effects of cosmic collisions.
South Africa boasts the highest commercial bungee jump in the world, situated at the Bloukrans Bridge along the Garden Route. Plummeting 216 meters into the Bloukrans River gorge, thrill-seekers experience an exhilarating free fall before rebounding above the scenic valley below. This iconic adrenaline rush amid breathtaking natural beauty attracts adventurers from across the globe seeking an unforgettable leap of faith.








The "Mother City" regularly features in the most beautiful or best place to visit rankings. Scenery, food and wine, and unique experiences such as cage diving with great white sharks ensure that there is something for everyone. Located at the foot of Table Mountain with the adjoining mountains Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town is simply called “the Cape” by South Africans, in recognition of its uniqueness and its status as a mother city.
At two million hectares (the size of Israel) The Kruger National Park is home to 30% of the worlds endangered Rhino's as well as large herds of Elephant, Buffalo, 2500 Lions and the elusive Leopard. Accessible to self drive day visitors, as well overnight accommodation in National Parks Board lodges and luxury accommodation in private concessions. Approximately 5 hours drive from Johannesburg or a short one hour flight Kruger is a definite to include in an itinerary.
Following the coast between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth awaits an Eden for those with a little more time to explore. Knysna with its annual Oyster Festival is one of many jewels waiting to be discovered. Detours to Cape Aghulas, the Southern Tip of Africa and beach holiday town of Plettenberg Bay are worthwhile diversions on this most picturesque journey.
One of the worlds top 10 producers, the wine regions surrounding Cape Town offer excellent quality and value. The Dutch started but French Huguenot immigrants helped to perfect the Cape wine industry. "Pinotage" is unique to South Africa and its history is just one of the many things you'll experience on a wine tour.
"Egoli" or Place of Gold in Zulu is the major gateway into Southern Africa. A popular overnight stop before or after Safari "Joburg" also connects visitors to Cape Town, The Victoria Falls, Botswana, East Africa and more. The Sandton precinct with its modern shopping mall, hotels and restaurants is a popular base from which to explore SOWETO, The Cradle of Humankind and South Africa's Capital City Pretoria lies just 30km away.
Boasting Pilanesberg National Park and Madikwe Game Reserve as well as the Sun City Resort the Northwest Province of South Africa is easily accessible for safari lovers. Located in the bowl of an extinct volcano, Pilanesberg is located only two hours drive from Johannesburg. One can easily book a day safari and it is also one of the few reserves where one can view animals from a hot air balloon.
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