VISITS AND VACATIONS

 Hello ladies and gents this is the Viking telling you that today we are talking about

BEST THINGS TO DO IN SOUTH AFRICA

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South Africa is fast becoming the adventure capital of Africa.  

1. Go on an African Safari

There is no doubt that any trip to Africa let along South Africa should involve a safari. South Africa has many game reserves and national parks where you can go on an African safari in search of the Big 5 (African Buffalo, Rhinos, Elephants, Lions and Leopards. No trip to South Africa would be complete without going on safari. Trust me, we skipped it on our first trip to South Africa and regret it for years until we could return. Whew.

There are several game reserves in South Africa and some of the best national parks to go on safari in South Africa are Addo Elephant Park, Kruger National Park, iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Pilanesberg National Park. Hluhluwe & Imfolozi National Park is South Africa’s oldest wildlife reserve and we had some very interesting safari experiences there. Read on to find out more.


2. Game Reserves

There are several private game reserves in South Africa that can guarantee wildlife spotting of the best African safari animals. We loved going on Safari at the Kariega Game Reserve, where we had one of the most luxurious safaris we’ve ever been on. The river lodge was surrounded by wildlife.

The game reserves of South Africa are different than the Masai Mara or Serengeti as the animals are enclosed within the huge conservation areas. Your chances of seeing wildlife are 100% as guides know exactly where to find them. See our experience on safari here.


3. Kruger and Other South Africa Safari Parks

South Africa’s largest safari park Kruger National Park is the number one place to go on safari but besides here and other game reserves, there are other places to see wildlife in Africa. Spanning 19,000 square km, this is a unique game drive compared to other African safaris as you can drive yourself.

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