South Africa is all about adventure. Head out on safari or take a boat ride amid hippos and crocs. Whale watching is another must—or cage dive with Great White sharks in False Bay. If it’s altitude you’re after, South Africa features the world’s highest bungee jump. Also explore hundreds of walking trails, plus theme parks, unique golf courses, wine routes and even a ski resort. Book a Cape Town or Johannesburg activity today!
Game Viewing
Game viewing is probably the most popular activity, and a variety of graded, luxury game lodges offer guided safaris in the bush, either on foot or in an open-air 4x4 vehicle. More information
Wine routes
South Africa is famous for its wine, with numerous wine routes to explore and 75 registered grape varieties to sample. Visit Stellenbosch, the wine capital, as well as Franschhoek, Paarl, and Constantia. More information
Whale watching
Hermanus, South Africa, is considered to be the world’s best place for land-based whale watching, but many towns on the Cape’s south and west coasts offer great sighting opportunities, too. More information
Abseiling and bungee jumping
The 216-meter Bloukrans Bridge offers the world’s highest commercial bungee jump. At Table Mountain, adventure junkies can experience the world’s highest abseiling from 3,280 feet above sea level.
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Shark cage diving
False Bay, Seal Island, and Shark Alley near Gansbaai are the most popular locations for cage diving. Great White sightings are almost guaranteed, especially between December–February.
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Walking trails
In addition to guided game-tracking trails, hundreds of spectacular trails wind through nature parks, beaches, wetlands, mountains, sacred sites, and mythical areas.
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Golf
A terrific climate and natural beauty make South Africa a great year-round golfing destination. The Gary Player Country Club, Leopard Creek, Wild Coast Sun Country Club, and Humewood top an impressive course list.
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Theme parks
Thrill seekers and wildlife buffs will enjoy uShaka Marine World, Addo Elephant National Park, Gold Reef City amusement park, Sun City Casino—and Africa’s only ski resort.
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