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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 Bell and Anchor Restaurant2015-09-25

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

    The Bell and Anchor RestaurantThe Bell and Anchor Restaurant in Scottburgh, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa specializes in the finest seafood and steaks just a short walk from the Scottburgh main swimming beach, and they have free WIFI, and sushi half price on Wednesday nights. Menu items include incredible starter choices from the creamy mussels, to the deep fried calamari, peri peri chicken livers, cheesy garlic prawns, mushroom delights and more, and there are great salads and combo deals of surf and turf. Enjoy great Main grills of fillet steak, seafood Deluxe platters, meals for the hungry including lamb shank and eisbein, rump steak, chicken, ribs, curries, seafood delights of crayfish, prawns, kingklip, calamari, sole and more, with great wine cultivars to compliment, an unforgettable dining experience awaits, and there's a great kiddies menu. The Bell and Anchor Restaurant also offers the perfect ending desserts and dessert cakes which come with ice cream or whipped cream, the divine awaits. The also cater to beach weddings and other spectacular events and celebrations.READ MORE

  • Klein Pearl Self Catering Guest Accommodation2009-05-19

    Located in Gansbaai, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

    Klein Pearl Self Catering Guest AccommodationKlein Pearl Self Catering Gansbaai, is a new venue that is situated in a unique garden park setting. Perfect for a beautiful vacation and also for weddings, conferences and events.READ MORE

  • Private

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

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  • Fishermans Bend

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

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  • Port Shepstone Country Club's Bowls2010-04-08

    Located in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

    Port Shepstone Country Club's BowlsPort Shepstone Country Club's Bowls offers members and visitors a delightful outdoor activity and past time on their bowling greens. With many events and fixtures available, players can enjoy a great game of bowls then relax in the country Club's restaurant and bar which offers a delightful dining experience and welcoming atmosphere. READ MORE

  • Banana Beach Holiday Resort2015-09-29

    Located in Port Shepstone, KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

    Banana Beach Holiday ResortBanana Beach Holiday Resort is located just north of Port Shepstone, on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, 50 metres from the beautiful beach and offers a range of accommodation types. The two bed rondavels at Banana Beach come with open plan design, a fully equipped kitchen, TV with satellite channels, and a veranda with braai or BBQ facilities. The chalets at Banana Beach go from four to six bed luxury, fully equipped open plan kitchens, lounge area with TV and satellite channels, a veranda and BBQ facilities, they also have a spacious four bedroom house which can comfortably accommodate 10 people with all the trimmings. Banana Beach Holiday Resort has conference and group facilities and can cater to weddings and events, as well as celebrations with tailor made quotes to your budget, and they can host from 10-250 guests with meals and accommodation, come for a fabulous event and stay right on the beach.READ MORE

  • Purple Olive Guest House2009-07-19

    Located in Pretoria, Tshwane, Gauteng, South Africa

    Purple Olive Guest HousePurple Olive Guest House located in Pretoria, offer 13 stylish, comfortable single and double en suite rooms with a pool and fireplace serving breakfast and dinners. Close to Wonderboom nature reserve, airport, shopping malls and Loftus Versfeld Stadium. READ MORE

  • Soul Spa2012-12-15

    Located in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape, South Africa

    Soul Spa Soul Spa in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape is the perfect destination for guests wanting specialized treatments that wellness spas provide, and here you will find yourself destressing and relaxing as our dedicated therapists perform treatments that are guarenteed to soothe the body, mind and soul. Soul Spa offers a host of therapies that include various massages, full body wraps, hot stonetherapy, hydrotherapy, manicures, pedicures and the ever popular facials. Our dedicated therapists will tailor packages to suit the individual needs of each guest according to their specific needs and symptons. Our therapies are not done in isolation, however should you prefer an intimate and private spa experience in the comfort of your own suite, it can be arranged with a prior booking. Wellness Spas are where true serenity and calmness is experienced, and at Soul Spa we are committed to rejuvenating the body, mind and soul. READ MORE

  • Umnenge Lodge 2009-05-19

    Located in Gansbaai, Overberg, Western Cape, South Africa

    Umnenge Lodge Umnenge Lodge, De Kelders, Gansbaai, offers two beautifully designed bedrooms, both en-suite with complimentary tea and coffee and furnished for an African king or queen. Children friendly with jungle gym and child minder/babysitting facilities. Whales, white shark diving, fishing, horseriding are just a few of the experiences you can enjoy in the area. READ MORE

  • Cafe Pescado

    Located in Simon's Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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