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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa, is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres of coastline of Southern Africa stretching along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini; and it surrounds the enclaved country of Lesotho. South Africa is the largest country in Southern Africa and the 24th-largest country in the world by land area and, with over 58 million people, is also the world’s 24th-most populous nation. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World or the Eastern Hemisphere. About 80 percent of South Africans are of Bantu ancestry, divided among a variety of ethnic groups speaking different African languages, nine of which have official status. The remaining population consists of Africa’s largest communities of European, Asian, and multiracial ancestry.

What should I know before going to South Africa?

South Africa is a country of vast spaces with wild fauna and a very rich history. The main cities are Pretoria, the capital, Johannesburg, around 70 km away, and Cape Town, on the coast, at the tip of the African continent. When you fly to South Africa, you will probably land at OR Tambo Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town Airport (CPT) or King Shaka Airport (DUR) in Durban. The currency of the country is the rand (ZAR). You can change your euros at the airport, in the center or in some hotels that have exchange offices..

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg is served by direct links. A direct flight to South Africa is provided daily by the company, allowing you to arrive rested in the morning, about 11 hours later. From the province, KLM, British Airways , South African Airways and Lufthansa offer flights with one stopover.

What are the main airports in South Africa?

South Africa is home to 3 cities that almost all function as the capital and each host an airport: Cape Town Airport (CPT), Johannesburg Airport (HLA), Pretoria Airport (PRY).

When to book your flight to South Africa?

To find cheap flights to South Africa, book in advance or at the last minute. In February, May or November, you will find good rates to go.

When is the best time to go to South Africa?

The high season in South Africa takes place between mid-December and mid-January, a period when schoolchildren take advantage of the summer break. Leave rather in mid-season, between May and June, or October and November which correspond to their spring.

Is a visa required to travel to South Africa?

Yes, you need a «visitor» visa.

What to do in South Africa?

South Africa is a multifaceted country. To really discover its identity, you will have to go on an adventure to its beaches in Cape Town, its vineyards inland, its green hills in the Midlands, its waterfalls and its metropolises of colossal dimensions like Johannesburg. During your trip, do not miss some essentials:

• Kruger National Park : one of the largest in the country, it is located on the border with Mozambique and is home to many rare species.
• Table Mountain : this massif which overlooks the city of Cape Town is one of the seven wonders of nature. A cable car takes you to the summit, 1000 meters above sea level, from where you can contemplate the panorama as far as the eye can see over the bay.
• Robben Island : 10 km off Cape Town in the Atlantic Ocean, Robben Island is one of the most visited places in the country. This is where the prison that held Mandela and other apartheid prisoners until 1990 is located.
• The Big Hole : it is an impressive crater where one of the most important diamond deposits in the world has been discovered.

Where to spend your holidays in South Africa?

It all depends on the type of trip you are going to make in Morocco. Each city and region of Morocco offers you different possibilities.

• Safari : South Africa is THE African country where to organize a safari. Many accommodations are available near the Kruger National Park.
• Holidays by the sea : the winds are blowing strong near the Cape of Good Hope, it’s time to go on an adventure or do some water sports on the southern tip of Africa.
• Cultural escapes : the history of South Africa is one of the most particular of the African continent and you will not be long in putting your finger on your feet during a City-break in Cape Town or Johannesburg, for example.

Near beaches or in cities, you will find hostels, hotels and holiday apartments all over the country.