South Africa is often called a ‘world in one country’, where the perennially good weather watches over a land where the Indian and Atlantic oceans meet. There are dramatic coastlines and golden beaches that attract a raft of surfers, rare eco-systems and a dazzling culture. There is a fascinating history behind the country, with a diverse range of wildlife and stunning views. home to some of the most stunning views on earth, from Kistenbosch botanical gardens to the Cape of Good Hope. The activities also have a wide range, from whale watching to wine tasting..

The range of wildlife that resides in this picturesque backdrop was never more apparent than on the many Game Reserves throughout the nation. The planned Safaris are the mainstay of South Africa, as tourists travel into the bust to seek out the legendary “Big five” of Rhino, Elephant, Lion, Leopard and Buffalo. Often tailor-made, safari packages are made to suit all your needs, with no detail left out. All you need to do is relax, enjoy the ride and keep a look out for the animals.

Game Reserves include the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve that encompasses the smaller reserves of Djuma, Exeter,Lion Sands, Londolozi, Mala Mala, Singita, Sabi Sabi and Ulusaba and enjoys an authentic game viewing and birding experience that allows you to become involved in wildlife conservation projects. There is the Moditlo Private Game Reserve which is situated at the foot of the striking Drakensberg Mountains and forms a part of the Blaauwbank Conservancy. Where big cats and game roam without boarders, there is 36,000 acres of untainted African scrub land, with lakes too making it a haven for the worlds most endangered species. In the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal lies the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve in the heart of zululand. Rewarded for their Rhino conservation work, over 80 types of game reside here such as cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, wildebeests and zebra, and of course, the ‘Big Five’, along with a vast species range of bird.

Luxury safaris are available in 6 different lodges at the Shamwari Game Reserve, which also champions responsible tourism and has won international recognition for its conservation work. Halfway between Grahamstown and Port Elizabeth and along the Bushmans river, the private reserve encourages you to work on the local cultural or environmental projects. Also not far from the bright lights of Cape Town is the Aquila Game Reserve. There are many excursions from Cape Town to here that will allow you to do a day trip safari as you take in the large natural wetland providing numerous bird-watching opportunities to spot the endangered black eagle and the sheer scope of animals which include crocodiles, springboks and the elusive mountain leopard.

Kruger National Park is known as the ultimate safari experience and will take you on a journey to get really close to nature on its game drives in one of the planet’s first wildlife conservation areas. The world Biosphere reserve is over 100 years old, and is the largest nature park in the world. With over 2 million hectares covering both private and public reserves, and covers 2 countries.

Kruger Park provides a range of accommodation that is suitable for all types of traveller from families to honeymooners.

Be sure to take in everything there is to offer here, and sit back and watch nature unfold on your own personal African adventure.