Senses Holidays: The Tailor Made Holiday Specialist
.... A mystic splendour in the African continent....
When you visit South Africa you can afford to be fussy as this destination offers it all and more. The hotels and resorts South Africa has cater to some of the highest standards worldwide. Choose from a view of the ocean or the mountains. Visit the national parks on Safari or stay in Cape Town, an executive Hotel in Johannesburg or a sea side Hotel in Durban.
History and Culture
South Africa has been infiltrated by different cultures during it’s lifetime, the French Huguenot settlers introduced the grapevine, however the Afrikaners and the British have had the longest impact on this stunning destination. Each has left a trace of themselves behind which has resulted in a diverse mix of history and culture. More recently while most of Africa had achieved independence by the early 1960s, it took much longer for southern African colonies to become independent and it was not until 1994 that South Africa itself was returned to her people and governed through majority rule.
Places of Interest
South Africa is rich in culture, wildlife and natural heritage and thus there are many places of interest to visit. Included among these are five World Heritage Sites. These are the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, Robben Island, UKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, the Cradle of Humankind and the Vredefort Dome. They have all met the cultural or natural standards for World Heritage sites and many of them contribute significantly to either the environment or to the history of mankind.
Activities
South Africa is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise with an array of safaris for many different budgets. Hiking is also popular and requires a moderate level of fitness and health as the terrain can be quite strenuous. There are also a variety of water sports, scuba diving, surfing, skiing, jet skiing and fishing are just a few different water sports in you can enjoy in South Africa. For those seeking an adrenaline-pumping activity you can try Crocodile Cage Diving or Shark Cage diving. However if you’re more interested in self-preservation 4x4 driving may be more appealing.
Climate
The south Western Cape Province has a Mediterranean type of climate with mild, changeable winters, during which most of the annual rainfall occurs, and a warm to hot, sunny summer. Eastwards of Cape Town this merges into a region where some rain occurs in all months but where temperature conditions are similar.
Facts
Currency - South African Rand
Flights : Our preferred partners are South African Airlines & Emirates
Visa Requirements – The holder of a UK passport will not require a visa.
Language - 11 languages are recognised as official, including English.
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