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Rainbow Country

South Africa is diverse, astounding and exhilarating country. Be it the scenery, the people, pristine beaches, the culture and the sports, there is something for everyone in this rich country. With a well developed infrastructure, South Africa is a welcoming destination. Both the budget and luxurious traveller will find South Africa an ideal destination. Hotels, lodges and other forms of accommodation are widely available everywhere you go. Wild life lovers, sun, sea and sand seekers and adrenalin junkies will all be at home.

The host to the 2010 FIFA football world cup, South Africa is a great sporting destination. Rugby, cricket, football, golf, motor sports, aquatic sports and endurance activities are all well catered for. Your heart will leap up when you behold the Rainbow Country!

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Kruger National park - nature wonderland

With over 10,000 elephants, 20,000 buffaloes and the white rhino once near extinction having been brought back you are guaranteed to come face to face with at least one of big five. Enjoy bush walks, night game drives and off road game drives. Lodgings range from basic to luxurious.

Experience the world's highest bungee jump

The 216-metre Bloukrans Bridge is the world's highest commercial bungee jump. There are several ways to experience the thrills of Bloukrans Bridge by those who are not so daring so do not miss out on this engineering feat. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of this area known as the garden route.

Cheer on your favorite team World Cup 2010

The FIFA football world cup is here in 2010 but you do not have to be a football fan to enjoy sports in South Africa. South Africa is a renowned sports adventure travel destination. Rugby, cricket, motor ports, golf, scuba diving, basketball...the list goes on!

Useful Information

South Africa is endowed with 3000 kms of coastline offering some of the finest beaches in the world.

Whether it is to savor the rich marine life, ride the waves, or top up your tan on some of the South Africa' secret beaches, the coastline is a must visit.

South Africa offers a wide choice of hotels, lodges, apartments and private beach mansions.

Top Tips

1. Visit the Apartheid museum and Robben Island for a glimpse of South Africa's history.

2. South Africa is a feast of festivals catch something cultural during your visit.

3. Enjoy the magic of uShaka Marine World Africa's largest marine theme park.

4. Visit South Africa for the 2010 world cup and enjoy South Africa's hospitality









S.Africa
Total Area:
1,221,037 Sq Km (471,443 sq miles)

Currency:
South African Rand (ZAR) 1 Rand = 100 cents.

Capital: Pretoria (executive), Cape Town (legislative)

GMT/UTC + 2 HRS

Dial Code: +27

Population:
47.9 million people (UN 2008 Estimate)

Airports:
Cape Town international Airport (CAPT)

Languages:
English, Zulu, Xhosa. Afrikaans


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