South Africa

South Africa offers amazing wildlife safaris, vibrant cities and a host of different cultural experiences. You’ll find yourself captivated by the natural and cultural spoils of this amazing country.The South African Rand is the currency of South Africa, official languages are Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, Sepedi, Sesotho, Siswati, Xitsonga, Setswana, Tshivenda, isiXhosa, isiZulu. Below is a list of South Africas popular attractions.

Western Cape

The great African continent comes to a perfect conclusion at the Western Cape – the province at the very tip of South Africa. The city is engulfed by the presence of Table Mountain and offers nearby attractions such as Robben Island; Cape Point; Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.

Weather: February is the hottest month in Cape Town with an average temperature of 23°C (73°F) and the coldest is June at 13°C (55°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 11.05 in December. The wettest month is July with an average of 100mm of rain. The best month to swim in the sea is in February when the average sea temperature is 21°C (70°F).

Kwazulu Natal

KwaZulu Natal is one of South Africa’s most beautiful provinces and one of its most popular tourist destinations. It is a spectacular, multi-cultural, subtropical region flanked by the warm Indian Ocean and the striking Drakensberg mountain range. Its a must visit.

Weather : February is the hottest month in Durban with an average temperature of 25°C (77°F) and the coldest is June at18°C (64°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 9 in August. The wettest month is January with an average of 130mm of rain. The best month to swim in the sea is in January when the average sea temperature is 26°C(79°F).

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Estern Cape

The Eastern Cape region is the second largest of the nine provinces and boasts wonderful expansive beaches, lush green forests, fantastic mountain ranges and amazing countryside. As one of Africa’s rare and unspoilt gems, Eastern Cape travel offers great natural diversity.

Weather : The climate is warm and temperate in Eastern Cape. There is a great deal of rainfall in Eastern Cape, even in the driest month. This climate is considered to be Cfb according to the Köppen-Geiger climate classification. The average annual temperature is 17.4 °C. The rainfall here averages 561 mm.

Gauteng

Gauteng is a dynamic province. Considered the commercial heart of the country. Whilst Gautengs history lies embedded in the discovery of gold, today Gauteng not only has one of the best infrastructures, but its population of over 9 million people form part of a vibrant mix of energy and diversity that make it one of the wealthiest provinces in Africa.

Weather: January is the hottest month in Gauteng with an average temperature of 21°C (69°F) and the coldest is June at 10°C (50°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 11 in December. The wettest month is January with an average of 130mm of rain.

Northern Cape

The Northern Cape is South Africa’s largest province, with desert landscapes, wildlife and gemstones. It boasts a colourful history and a variety of cultural tourist attractions and is particularly well known for its incredible annual floral display that takes place in Namaqualand.

Weather: The annual rainfall is sparse, only 50 to 400mm per annum. In January, afternoon temperatures usually range from 34 to 40º C. In 1939 an all time high of47.8º C was recorded at the Orange River. Summer temperatures often top the 40º C mark. Winter days are warm.

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Limpompo

Limpopo is a South African province bordering Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. It is a land of beautiful and contrasting landscapes, typical of Africa, a world favourite destination for leisure and adventure travellers worldwide. Immense yourself in the beauty of Limpompo.

Weather: January is the hottest month in Limpopo with an average temperature of 23°C (73°F) and the coldest is June at13°C (55°F). The wettest month is November with an average of 100mm of rain.

Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga (Zulu name for “the place where the sun rises”) is a province in eastern South Africa, bordering the nations of Swaziland and Mozambique. Mpumalanga is not a highly developed province with large cities and towns like Gauteng or KwaZulu Natal – instead, brings you closer to nature with its never ending breathtaking landscapes and wildlife.

Weather:

The climate in Mpumalanga is warm and temperate. Mpumalanga is a city with a significant rainfall. Even in the driest month there is a lot of rain. This location is classified as Cfb by Köppen and Geiger. The temperature here averages 18.3 °C. About 913 mm of precipitation falls annually.

North West

North West is an inland South African province that borders Botswana. It serves up breathtaking scenes of rolling fields and African bushveld, as well as a massive selection of things to do for those with an adventurous spirit. For the most part, South Africa’s North West province is a vast grassland dotted with trees and views that stretch to distant horizons.

Weather: The province has an above average rainfall of 300 to 700 mm annually. Summer temperatures range between 22 and 34ºC and winter brings with it dry, sunny days and chilly nights. The average winter (from May to July) temperature is 16ºC but can range from an average of 2 to 20ºC in a single day.

Free State

The Free State is a South African province sprawling over high plains and stretching along the Maluti Mountains bordering Lesotho. It is a province of extreme diversity – natural, cultural or historical. If you are adventurous, why not visit the Free State Province in South Africa.

Weather: January is the hottest month in Free State with an average temperature of 23°C (73°F) and the coldest isJune at 8°C (46°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 9 in October. The wettest month is February with an average of 130mm of rain.

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