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South Africa occupies the southern tip of Africa, its long coastline stretching more than 2,500 kilometres from the desert border with Namibia on the Atlantic coast southwards around the tip of Africa and then north to the border with subtropical Mozambique on the Indian Ocean. South Africa is a varied country and has the third-highest level of biodiversity in the world. In fact, it is the only country to contain an entire floral kingdom of its own – the fynbos of the Western Cape has more plant species than the whole British Isles or New Zealand. Tourists also flock to Cape of Good Hope every year to witness the beautiful scenery at the edge of Africa and the zone where Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. South Africa is more than a cultural melting pot, it's a big warm potjie of culture, full of different ingredients and yummy surprises, developing its rich flavour over centuries. Get a taste of cultural alphabet soup from archaeology to Zulu. With 11 official languages and a huge gap between rich and poor, South Africa has one of the most diverse populations in the world and the new freedoms of post-apartheid South Africa have brought new life to its people. South African food celebrates our rich heritage and natural bounty of seafood, meat, game and plants, while South African wine has earned rave reviews internationally for 300 years. There is a strong cultural tradition, from ancient san rock art in caves and mountains around the country, to music pulsing through the people’s vein: from early missionary hymns and jazz to kwela, kwaito, mbaqanga and bubblegum pop, South African musicians have always given international trends an unmistakable flavour of their own.

Regions in South Africa

Eastern Cape


Its capital is Bhisho. It was formed in 1994 out of the "independent" homelands of Transkei and Ciskei, as well as the eastern portion of the Cape Pro... READ MORE

Free State


The Free State is a province of South Africa. The name is a popular contraction of the previous name the Orange Free State. Its capital is Bloemfontei... READ MORE

Gauteng


Situated in the heart of the Highveld, Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa, with only 1.4% of the land area, but it is highly urbanised a... READ MORE

KwaZulu-Natal


In the 1830s the northern part was the kingdom of Zululand and southern part was briefly a Boer republic called Natalia. In the 1840s the latter becam... READ MORE

Limpopo


The province was formed from the northern region of the Transvaal province in 1994, and initially named Northern Transvaal. The following year, it was... READ MORE

Mpumalanga


Mpumalanga lies in eastern South Africa, north of KwaZulu-Natal and bordering Swaziland and Mozambique. It constitutes 6.5% of South Africa's land are... READ MORE

North West


North West was created after the end of Apartheid in 1994, and includes parts of the former Transvaal province and Cape Province, as well as most of t... READ MORE

Northern Cape


It includes the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, which is part of a trans-frontier park with Botswana. It also includes the Augrabies Falls and the dia... READ MORE

South Africa Regions


Western Cape


The capital is Cape Town. Prior to 1994, the region that now forms the Western Cape was part of the huge and now defunct Cape Province. Prior to the f... READ MORE

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Featured Businesses

  • The Chukka Bar2011-10-05

    Located in Umhlanga Rocks, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

    The Chukka BarThe Chukka Bar at the Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga Rocks, Durban offers old world charm and character with spectacular sea views and a perfect setting for simply toasting the joys of life. Come settle down with a friend or two, revel in the views and the warm ambient setting and enjoy a drink or two as you relax completely and savour the here and now.READ MORE

  • Gordroc

    Located in Fish Hoek, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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  • Hides of Africa2018-07-26

    Located in Nottingham Road, Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

    Hides of AfricaHides of Africa in Nottingham Road, Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands, South Africa brings you the most beautiful animal by products in the form bags, hides, furniture, ottomans, cushions, patch mats and more. They also produce resin replicas, Zulu shields and drums, wood carvings and African masks and ceramics, they also have beautiful accessories like leather belts and game hide gun holders, wine carriers, menu covers and promotional items. Hides of Africa make sitting hammocks and double sleeping hammocks too, and stock their stores with a wide range of African artefacts, they offer shipping or visit one of their stores and bring home an item that has been hand crafted in Africa.READ MORE

  • The Bay Hotel2011-11-17

    Located in Cape Town, Western Cape, Western Cape, South Africa

    The Bay HotelThe Bay Hotel in Camps Bay, Cape Town, offers 5 star accommodation with breathtaking sea views. Close to several world class beaches and featuring tennis courts, gymnasium and spa, this is the ultimate in relaxed luxury. READ MORE

  • Tumble In2018-08-24

    Located in Underberg, KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

    Tumble InTumble In is a bed and breakfast in Underberg, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa with stunning Southern Drakensberg views of sunsets and snow capped mountains set in a peaceful 1 hectare park like garden. Their four large comfortable en-suite bedsitters with own private entrance and veranda come with lounge areas, some with kitchenettes and many other home comforts, every morning a delicious full breakfast is served in the dining room of the main house, and there are bbq facilities in the garden. Tumble In is your gateway to the World Heritage Site Ukahlamba Drakensberg Park in Lesotho, and there's hiking, bird watching, fly fishing, rock art tours, river rafting, quad biking, horse riding and much more to do here, it is the perfect destination.READ MORE

  • Scarborough Beach House

    Located in Scarborough, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Scarborough Beach HouseScarborough Beach House accommodates a total of 7 adults with private facilities and is fully equipped. There is an extra single bed and double sleeper couch. Appreciated wonderful sea views from the beach house situated in the tranquil coastal village of Scarborough.READ MORE

  • Blue Lagoon

    Located in Knysna, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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  • Plettenberg Bay Country Club

    Located in Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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  • Beach Music One & Two

    Located in Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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  • Destination Far South

    Located in Kommetjie, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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