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In South Africa, travel is extremely popular amongst international tourists with millions of visitors gracing our shores each year. As rich in cultural and historical heritage as it is in natural beauty and fantastic wildlife areas this unique country offers something to each and every person who visits.

A melting pot of races, cultures and religions; South Africa is made up of nine provinces, each world-renowned for its various attractions. There are very few destinations which could offer travellers such a huge variety of attractions, diverse landscapes and effortless amalgamation of the most rural and cosmopolitan areas.

The 'Jewel of Africa', South Africa travel is a must for leisure, adventure and eco-enthusiasts from all over the world.

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South Africa: Facts and Travel Information

When planning your trip to South Africa, travel information including climate, history and geography are important. Below you will find a host of South Africa facts as well as South Africa travel tips and information which will make planning your South African holiday that much easier.

South Africa Travel - Geography:
Located on the southernmost tip of the Africa, South Africa is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique and flanked by the fresh Atlantic Ocean on the west and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean on the East. The interior is teeming with dramatic mountain ranges, wetland areas, wildlife parks and gorgeous landscapes.

How climate influences South Africa Travel:
South Africa is famous for its long summer days. If your idea of the perfect holiday is spending your days on golden beaches then the summer months (October to February) are a perfect time for South Africa travel. Just remember to wear loads of sun screen and a hat!

The winter months (May to July) can get quite cold depending on where you visiting at the time. It is a good idea to pack plenty of warm clothing and if you are going to be in Cape Town a rain jacket will be essential.

Temperate weather makes autumn and spring great months to visit South Africa. No matter what time of year you decide to visit South Africa there will be plenty to keep you occupied, whether it be the wildflowers of the western cape in spring, whale watching in autumn, awesome surfing in winter or a fantastic summer safari; South Africa has something for everyone at every time of year. Contact one of our consultants for more South Africa travel information.

South Africa Facts - The Rainbow Nation: South Africa is home to 43 million people - made up of many races, religions and cultures. It is a country that fought long and hard to earn the name the "rainbow nation" and it is quite remarkable to see the ease at which this new democracy has adapted. Cultures blend effortlessly in this land where citizens no longer refer to themselves as black or white but as Africans. Due to the eclectic mix of races, religions and cultures there are 11 officially recognised languages. South Africa facts and travel information are well communicated as English is generally understood across the country and is the most commonly used language. All road signs, travel information, newspapers and correspondence are in English. Another of the major language is Afrikaans, which is a derivative of Dutch. Northern Europeans will find it surprisingly easy to follow Afrikaans.

Time Differences: South Africa operates two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time throughout the year, making it an hour ahead of Central European Winter Time, seven hours ahead of Eastern Standard Winter Time and seven hours behind Australian Central Time.

Money: The currency unit is the Rand, denoted by the symbol R, with 100 cents making up R1 (one Rand). South Africa's banking system is extremely tourist friendly; the major banks have branches and ATM's in all the cities and most major towns. International banks, Thomas Cook and American Express foreign exchange offices are also available in the main cities. Visa and MasterCard are accepted almost everywhere but there are a few small towns where you may find that you must use cash.

A Nature Lovers Paradise: Out of all of excellent South Africa travel offerings its gorgeous natural beauty is what has earned this country its reputation as a first class tourism destination. The sheer magnitude and diversity of South Africa's flora and fauna are reason enough to visit. With more than 20 National Parks the opportunities for wildlife safaris are endless. The various canyons, mountain ranges and wetland areas are fantastic for animal and bid watching and the numerous marine reserves provide visitors with an insight into a diverse underwater world.

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History: South Africa travel is ideal for anyone interested in history and the evolution of cultures, traditions and governments. Traces of each historical era are intertwined in modern day life. From the San Rock art which covers the cave walls to the architectural wonders built by Dutch settlers, the colourful Malay culture brought to the country via slave trade and the democratic governance instilled by generations of South Africans who fought for freedom during the apartheid years... it is a country where the past has not been forgotten but built upon and learnt from.

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