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South Africa

 
 

There is more to South Africa than its size. Three times the dimension of Texas, the second largest American state, this complex family travel destination varies greatly from bustling modern cities to quaint villages and towns and from a raw subtropical coastline to the Kalahari Desert and bushveld in the north. What's more, South Africa's wealth extends beyond chic, metropolitan Cape Town and the abundant wildlife found in the Kruger National Park.

South Africa Photo Gallery
South Africa Photo Gallery
South Africa Photo Gallery
South Africa Photo Gallery

Penned the ‘Rainbow Nation’ for its cultural diversity, South Africa has reconciled with its past and is truly a coming together of the continent's cultures. Take-in one of the many cultural events and enjoy theatre, dance, opera, and cabaret as well as classical music and jazz. Visit a museum and introduce the kids to the history of South Africa as well as fine art and African craft. Tour a World Heritage Site and discover the complexity, not to mention the atrocities, of mankind.

In South Africa, the diversity extends to the wild. With over 800 species of birds and animals, a wildlife safari goes well beyond the Big 5 (elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo). And wildlife viewing need not be limited to the bush. With 3000 km or nearly 1900 miles of coast, South Africa is one of the best places in the world to observe sea life, even from shore.

Outdoor activities do not end there. South Africa is an adventure traveler's paradise, even for those traveling with kids. Try you hand at scuba diving, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, mountain climbing, ;canoeing, surfing, hot air ballooning and even hang gliding.

 
 
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Advantage Tours & Charters, St. Lucia Park

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

McKenzie Street

St. Lucia, KwaZulu Natal 3936

tel: +27 35 590 1259

Advantage Tours, a full service tour company, is the only licensed outfitter operating whale watching tours in the St. Lucia Wetland Park, the best place in South Africa to spot humpback whales.
Sea Life Encounters
Bird Watching
Fishing
Horseback Riding
Snorkeling
Wildlife Safaris

Airtrackers, Sun City

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

Sun City, North West

tel: +27 (14) 552 5020

Airtrackers offers an alternative to traditional safaris. View game in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve from high above in a hot air balloon and take in a different view of the bush. Pick-up is available from all Sun City hotels. Allow 4 hours for the trip.
Airborne & Adrenaline
Wildlife Safaris

Bill Harrop's Original Balloon Safaris, Sun City

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

Randburg, North West 2125

tel: +27 (11) 705 3201

Bill Harrop's Original Balloon Safaris' offers families with children aged 7 and up a chance to view wildlife from a hot air balloon. Take in the beauty of the Magalies River Valley near Hartbeespoort Dam, a 1-hour mini bus ride from Johannesburg and Sun City.
Airborne & Adrenaline
Bill Harrop's Original Balloon Safaris Photo Gallery

Hermanus Whale Cruises, Hermanus

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

New Harbour

Hermanus, Western Cape 7200

tel: +27 28 313 2722

Hermanus Whale Cruises is an eco-friendly whale watching tour company. Whale watching trips organized by this fully licensed outfitter depart from Hermanus, a 2-hour drive from Cape Town and a great place to spot whales.
Sea Life Encounters

KZN Wildlife, St. Lucia Park

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Type of Organization: non-profit organization

St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal

tel: +27 (0) 35-590 1259

The KZN Wildlife operated Santa Lucia Launch provides an opportunity to discover the ecology of the St. Lucia Estuary. And in addition to learning more about this ecosystem, view crocs, hippos, and birds on this Mississippi-style cruise.
Watching Wildlife

Mankwe Safaris, Sun City

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

Sun City, North West

tel: +27 (14) 555 7056

Sun City based Mankwe Safaris offers wildlife safaris in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve as well as heritage tours to the Lesedi Cultural Village. Children under 14 years of age are not permitted on walking safaris.
Local Cultural Experiences
Wildlife Safaris

Ocean Blue Adventures, Plettenberg Bay

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Type of Organization: adventure travel company

Central Beach

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape 6600

tel: +27 44 533 4897

Ocean Blue is fully licensed outfitter specialized in eco-friendly sea life encounters. View whales, dolphins, seal and seabirds from a boat or kayak (children 14 years and up) and experience wildlife up close.
Sea Life Encounters
Canal & River Cruises
Canoeing & Kayaking
Local Cultural Experiences

Pilanesberg Elephant-Back Safaris, Pilanesberg Game Reserve

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Elephant Wallow

Pilanesberg Game Reserve, North West

tel: +27 (14) 552 5020

Pilanesberg Elephant-Back Safaris offers a safari experience of a lifetime. Commune with nature and view the African Big Five elephant-back. Children must be at least 5 years old. Elephant safaris depart from the Sun City Welcome Center.
Wildlife Safaris

Tsitsikamma Canopy Tours, Tsitsikamma National Park

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Storms River

Western Cape, South Africa

tel: +27(0)42 281 1836

Tsitsikamma National Park offers children and adults aged 7 -70 an opportunity to experience the forest from up high. Glide on a steel cable from platform to platform and enjoy 'fufi' slides up to 80 meters long. Spot birds and, if you're lucky, the Samago monkey.
Airborne & Adrenaline

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