South Africa, one of the best-known African countries, is located in southern Africa. The official name of the country is Republic of South Africa and has not one, but 3 capitals, Pretoria, where the seat of executive power is located, Bloemfontein, which houses the seat of the judiciary, and Cape Town, which is the seat of the legislative power.
If someone mentions South Africa, it is inevitable to say that safaris are the first thing that comes to mind. And, certainly, in South Africa you can find a lot of them, however, these are not the only attractions you can find in South Africa, as it also has a combination of beaches, forests, lakes, mountains and even deserts.
However, speaking of safaris, in South Africa you can visit many of the best-kept parks and nature reserves on the continent. One of the best is Knysna Elephant Park, which, as the name implies, inhabits a herd of elephants, within a protected area. There are other parks, such as Pilanesberg, Blyde River, Tsitkama, which are perfect examples of the importance that South Africans give to the conservation of the environment and nature.
The views of safaris that you see in the movies have nothing false, since in South Africa you will see parading in front of you black rhinos, giraffes, lions, zebras, and browsing among thousands of animals that will surround you, since you can travel by jeep in sheltered areas that serve as habitat for these animals with expert guides and professionals in charge.
Another great alternative if you decide to visit South Africa is to follow the Garden Route, in which you can travel 300 kilometers along the Indian Ocean, while skirting beautiful mountains and lakes. The Garden route is a broad vegetable path that connects the cities of Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. This tour not only offers you the view of unique and unforgettable landscapes, but also the possibility of practicing water sports or traveling through forested areas by jeep or off-road bicycles.
Instead, if you are an adrenaline seeker, try bungee jumping, an extreme sport that consists of jumping from a cliff into the void only supported by a rope tied to the heel. Definitely, South Africa is the ideal destination for those who want a dose of emotion in their lives.
Calm and relaxed people also have their place in South Africa, since in the spectacular Cape Town you can enjoy the best entertainment, culture and gastronomy proposals; being the Route of the Vineyards an unmissable tour, where you will know the process of winemaking and you can taste the best South African wines.
Also, as if you had not already filled your agenda of things to do in South Africa, you cannot miss the paradise beaches of the Durban spa, and to close your trip with a flourish, get to know the art, traditions and history of ancient African cultures.
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