MAIN Travel Africa South Africa

Located at the very southern tip of Africa, it is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho.

Encompassing metropolitan cities, spectacular national parks, nature reserves, world class wine producting areas AND the location of Africa's first Football World Cup in 2010, (centered around Johannesburg) South Africa is one of the continent's major tourist destinations.

One of the top destiinations within South Africa is the capital city, Capetown, with its world famous landmark Cape of Good Hope, and the breathtaking views from Table Mountain.

Perhaps most spectacular of all is the Western Cape's scenic coastline tour from Mossel Bay to Port Elizabeth encompassing sun-drenched beaches, game reserves, mountain vistas and the Cape Winelands around Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek.

Welcome to South Africa - The official travel site with a colorful look at top attractions, regional cuisine, intinerary and trip planner, interactive map.

The Digital Guide to South Africa - Lots of useful info on wildlife, where to stay and what to do, with maps, photo gallery, lodging, tours and more.

South Africa's Official Gateway - What's going on around the country with the focus on travel information, hotels, flights and special attractions including beach and wildlife guides, photo galleries, maps, quick travel tips, feature stories.

South Africa travel guide - Wikitravel entry with all there is to see, as well as what not to miss, plus insider travel tips with culture and etiquette advice, driving dangers and how to get around by train, plain and bus, helpful Afrikaans language tutorial, recommended hotels.

city of johannesburg - The official city travel guide with feature articles and travelogues on what's going on & what's coming up in Johannesburg, plus general travel tips and information on top attractions, shopping & restaurant guides, walking tours, and a special look at 2010 World Cup preparations.

Cape Town Attractions - Cape Town Sightseeing - A complete guide with maps, photos, facts and related links to more information on Table Mountain, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch Botanica Gardens, and other top Cape must-sees, plus click around the left-hand menu for recommended restaurants, hotel booking, Garden Route tours, area beaches, and lots more ...

The Garden Route Guide - Take the Conde Nast virtual tour with tips on major stops at game reserves & walking trails, advice on when to go and how to get there, suggested hotels, online booking.

Table Mountain National Park - The official site of South Africa's jewel, with guides to major sights, flora and fauna, shops & restaurants, cottage rental booking, photo gallery & video presentations.

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