So you’re coming to South Africa to follow the
FIFA 2010 World Cup, and would like to spend a few extra days exploring our beautiful country. Your question is: what’s on offer in the host cities and surrounds?
We have put together a number of itineraries – whether you have an extra day, a weekend or an entire week to play – to get you started on planning that once-in-a-lifetime trip down South.
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Golden Gate Highlands National Park, Free State |
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Bloemfontein is situated in the heart of the Free State and offers a number of fantastic attractions and activities in the city centre and surrounding areas. Try out a horseback safari, go fossil-hunting or take the opportunity to photograph the scenic Golden Gate Highlands National Park…
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Camps Bay, Cape Town (Credit: Philip Schedler) |
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The Mother City is one of the most popular destinations on the planet… and for good reason. Enjoy Cape Town’s funky lifestyles for a day or two and then head off to the Winelands, the Garden Route, the beautiful West Coast or the great Karoo. Go shark diving, learn to ride an ostrich and feast on some of the best food and wine this country has to offer...what are you waiting for?
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Durban – Surfer’s Paradise (Credit: Philip Schedler) |
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Catch an overdose of sunshine in this laid-back city and then make your way to the Battlefields for a touch of history, the Drakensberg Mountains for the best of adventure tourism or take in a turtle safari at the famous *Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park. Don’t forget to make time to visit the fantastic game reserves in KwaZulu-Natal, in particular Imfolozi/Hluhluwe.
*As from 1 November 2007 the Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park will be known as iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
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Melrose Arch, Johannesburg |
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The City of Gold, the financial epicenter of South Africa – in Johannesburg (or Jozi) the energy and excitement goes on 24/7! When you’ve had your fill of townships, restaurants and hip and happening hangouts, then head to the countryside for adventure, history, nature and a whole heap of fun.
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Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga |
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Gateway to the fun and fabulous Mpumalanga Lowveld - Nelspruit and its surrounding areas offer up a wealth of treasures for those who love the great outdoors. Perhaps one of the most scenic regions in the country, it is home to the Panorama Route and the famed old diggers’ town - Pilgrim’s Rest. Don’t forget that the area embraces the world-renowned Kruger National Park, home to the Big Five.
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Baobab, Polokwane |
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Enjoy the 2010 matches in Polokwane and then travel out into the surrounding areas for some adventure, exploration and unexpected surprises. Polokwane is home to the legendary Rain Queen, the world’s biggest baobab tree, the fascinating Venda culture…and also offers you a gateway to the Kruger National Park.
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Mazeppa Bay, Eastern Cape |
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There is so much to do in the “friendly city” and surrounding areas. After you’re done exploring PE’s fantastic beaches, head off to the Addo Elephant Park to see the “Big Seven”, take a trip down the coastline to SA’s surfing capital Jeffrey’s Bay or load up on arts & culture in the student town of Grahamstown. Don’t forget the Garden Route is not too far away…
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Pretoria – Jacaranda City |
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There are great vibes on the cosmopolitan streets of Pretoria, and there is loads to do in the city and surrounding areas. We’ve selected some fantastic itinerary options that include awesome wildlife opportunities, a few country meanders, a number of cultural wonders…and perhaps a first time visit to a bona fide township shebeen (local drinking spot).
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Hartbeespoort Dam, North West |
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While Rustenburg is a laid-back city, there is so much to do in the surrounding areas: have your first taste of mampoer (our version of “moonshine”) in Groot Marico, enjoy a hot-air balloon ride over the Magaliesburg Mountain range, take part in watersports on Harties (Hartbeespoort Dam) and live it up at Sun City – the Las Vegas of Africa.
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Leopard, Kruger National Park |
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There is so much to see in this fantastic country of ours, so to help you plan your 2010 trip we have suggested a few special itineraries to suit your special interests. So whether you’re a nature-lover, a history-buff, a health and wellness seeker or an adventure bender – there is an itinerary tailor-made just for you…
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Victoria Falls – The Smoke that Thunders (Gossler Stockshots) |
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How about combining Cape Town and the Kruger Park, with a visit to the Vic Falls in neighbouring Zambia/Zimbabwe, and the Okavango Delta in Botswana…?
Expand your 2010 FIFA World Cup trip, to include the best of Southern Africa – here are a few suggested itineraries that will inspire.
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