South Africa at the southern tip of the African continent, is home to eleven different languages, a wide variety of landscapes, diverse culture, fine wine, gold, impressive wildlife, fascinating history, and the strongest economy in Africa. It is also one of the most amazing countries to visit on the planet. With so much to do and chose from you will never get bored on your travels here and there are many different options and destinations to chose from in this country. With so many amazing things to do and see there are also many holiday villas in South Africa for rent. Here are the top five things to see in South Africa
Dive with Great White Sharks
Sounds scary right? Well the cage you are in helps, and seeing the most feared and admired shark in the world is an experience you will never forget. The Great White Shark can weigh over 5,000 pounds and to stare something like that in the face in the deep ocean off the coast of Africa is something you don’t want to miss.
Robin Island’s Tour of Nelson Mendela’s Jail Cell
Nelson Mendela is a world wide icon for freedom, power, civil rights and justice. No trip to South Africa would be given justice and the proper respect without taking a path down world history and learning about the struggle of equality for all people. At Robin Island you will see and learn about the prison Nelson Mendela was located at for twenty seven years. The area is no longer a place of imprisonment but instead stands as a monument to the South African apartheid the the struggle for equality.
Go on a Safari in Kruger Park
Going on an African safari is an experience like nothing else in the world and an absolute most do. How could you turn down the chance to see the infamous big five animals of Africa, the lion, African Elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros. Seeing these animals in their natural environment is a surreal experience and will leave you in amazement at the beauty and power of the wildlife on earth.
Climb Table Mountain
At the heart of Cape Town, Table Mountain is full of wine vineyards and surrounded by wonderful beaches. Hiking to the top of table mountain will take around three hours and there is a cable car should you feel so inclined. But go ahead and get the exercise and feel the reward when you reach the top and take in the breathtaking 360 degree view of Cape Town. The view at the top will alone make the hike worth it and will not only make you glad you came but will make you understand why Cape Town is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Visit Soweto Township
No travel to South Africa could be considered complete with out visiting the Soweto Township in Johannesburg. In order to understand South Africa and truly experience the culture and people you must check out this shanty urban center.
