What Are the Top Destinations in South Africa?

South Africa tours show a very diverse country with several Nature Parks for African Safaris, Mountains, Wine Areas, the Garden Beach Route and amazing Cape Town.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in South Africa.

Capetown ("Kaapstad" in Afrikaans) is one of the most beautiful major cities in the world. It is the meeting point for two oceans with mountains and a natural harbor. Thanks to its nature many migrants moved there and movies were recorded there. Activities may include surfing, fishing, shark watching (!) or just walking and enjoying. Note that the area also produces good wines...

The Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in the world. The big five and many other animals have their home here. The location north-east of Johannesburg makes it an easy destination.

Johannesburg is the largest city and economic heart of South-Africa. People are starting to make it a "friendlier" city, away from the bad name of robbers and thieves. You still need to be careful, but a city tour to see the old and new Joburg is certainly worthwhile. Buying diamants? De Beers has its HQ here. Politics? Visit So-We-To (South-West Township) where Nelson Mandela lived.

Stellenbosch is a wine area close to Capetown. It is named after its Dutch founder Simon van der Stel.

Addo Elephant National Park is a diverse wildlife conservation park in South Africa and is one of the country's 20 national parks.

Hermanus is a city on the South-Coast where you may watch Whales from the coast, without the need for a boat, when the season is right.

Knysna is a major destination on the Garden Route with a lagoon, cliffs , forests an lots of ourdoor activities.

Blyde River Canyon (Dutch: "happy river canyon") is one of the largest and certainly greenest canyons on Earth.

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Google Map: Victoria Falls to South Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Victoria Falls ⇒ Johannesburg
Countries (2)
South Africa, Zimbabwe
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 862
Operator
-25%

Starting at

USD 1,149

USD 862

8 days
Next Departure
03-Oct-20264+
19-Oct-20262
Details
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Google Map: Botswana and Falls Overland: Wildlife Walks & Safari Drives
From/To
Victoria Falls (Round Trip)
Countries (3)
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 1,012
Operator
-25%

Starting at

USD 1,349

USD 1,012

8 days
Next Departure
03-Oct-2026
17-Oct-20261
Details
 
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Google Map: Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Johannesburg ⇒ Victoria Falls
Countries (3)
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
8 days
Starting at
USD 1,012
Operator
-25%

Starting at

USD 1,349

USD 1,012

8 days
Next Departure
12-Oct-20261
24-Oct-20264+
Details
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Google Map: Victoria Falls To Cape Town Overland Expedition
Countries (4)
Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Travel Quality
Budget Travel
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Fishingtour category: Divingtour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Safari
Duration
28 days
Starting at
± USD 2,005
Operator

Starting at

± USD 2,005

28 days
Next Departure
17-Oct-2026
18-Oct-2027
Details
 
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Google Map: Namibia to Cape Town Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Windhoek ⇒ Cape Town
Countries (2)
Namibia, South Africa
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
14 days
Starting at
USD 1,537
Operator
-25%

Starting at

USD 2,049

USD 1,537

14 days
Next Departure
05-Nov-2026
07-Nov-2026
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Google Map: Cape Town to Namibia Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Cape Town ⇒ Windhoek
Countries (2)
Namibia, South Africa
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
13 days
Starting at
USD 1,612
Operator
-23.2%

Starting at

USD 2,099

USD 1,612

13 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
09-Oct-2026
Details
 
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Google Map: Southern Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Johannesburg (Round Trip)
Countries (3)
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
15 days
Starting at
USD 1,799
Operator
-25%

Starting at

USD 2,399

USD 1,799

15 days
Next Departure
12-Oct-20261
24-Oct-2026
Details
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Google Map: Southern Africa Overland: Canoes & Camp-Outs
From/To
Victoria Falls (Round Trip)
Countries (3)
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Age Group
18 - 39 Years
Participants
Tours for Young Adults
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Safari
Duration
15 days
Starting at
USD 2,449
Operator

Starting at

USD 2,449

15 days
Next Departure
10-Oct-20261
21-Nov-2026
Details
 
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Google Map: Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Victoria Falls (Round Trip)
Countries (3)
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
15 days
Starting at
USD 2,422
Operator
-8.6%

Starting at

USD 2,649

USD 2,422

15 days
Next Departure
19-Oct-2026
31-Oct-2026
Details
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Google Map: Cape Town to Victoria Falls Overland Safari & Participation Camping
From/To
Cape Town ⇒ Victoria Falls
Countries (4)
Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Boattour category: Naturetour category: Campingtour category: Safari
Duration
21 days
Starting at
USD 2,399
Operator
-22.6%

Starting at

USD 3,099

USD 2,399

21 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
09-Oct-20264+
Details
 
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