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You will struggle to count countries that are as well endowed with natural attractions as much as South Africa is. 

A complete desert turns into the richest natural floral city in the world almost overnight in Spring only, two oceans meet at the tip of a major city, a place had to be aptly named God’s Window because it is literally a window to one of the most breathtaking views you can ever imagine, awesome scenery is within an almost walking distance from any city, so many beaches some have yet to be explored and the big five roam in any national park that you can find across the country.

This is South Africa, the world’s beauty queen of natural attractions.

 
South Africa’s finest waterfalls
This area of eastern Mpumalanga has more waterfalls than any other area of South Africa – some small cascades and others dramatic curtains of water. While some of the waterfalls can only be seen by hikers, many of the most spectacular ones are actually very close to main roads.
 
Tiptoeing after Turtles at Midnight
Follow the miracle of the reproduction of the gigantic (up to 1200kg) leatherback and loggerhead turtles in their annual nesting (Nov-Jan) and hatching (Jan-Mar) rituals in the St. Lucia World Heritage Site.
 
Winding down at the Wild Coast
The unspoilt coastline of the Wild Coast is extraordinarily beautiful, one of the few places in the world where waterfalls tumble directly into the sea. There is an unsophisticated, yet timeless air that invites relaxation, friendly encounters with local tribes and walks on the beach, where you may come across cows…
The Untamed Elephant Coast
It’s called the ‘Untamed Spirit of the Zulu Kingdom’, and if you’re looking for wild and wonderful adventures, look no further than KwaZulu Natal’s Elephant Coast.
 
Charming Bird in a Uniform
African penguins, with their white chests and black bowtie markings, look like charming knee-high cartoon waiters waddling around Cape Town’s tourism beaches. Just don’t expect them to bring you the catch of the day without taking the first bite.
 
Cathedral of the Mountains
Camdeboo National Park is South Africa’s newest conservation jewel, almost completely surrounding the history-rich, attractive Karoo town of Graaff-Reinet in the Eastern Cape.
 
Kruger to Canyon Biosphere Reserve
The Kruger to Canyon Biosphere Reserve (K2C) bridges Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces while being at the interface of the Eastern Drakensberg Escarpment and central Lowveld. It aims to acknowledge and protect the greater Kruger National Park bioregion, the eastern savannah and the Eastern Escarpment of South Africa – a vast area of vital ecological importance.
 
South Africa's Natural World Heritage Site...
To be awarded World Heritage Natural Site status, each site must be of ‘exceptional natural beauty’ or an ‘outstanding example’ of a major stage in the Earth's 4- to 6-billion-year history or offer ‘unique richness’ in biological diversity. That’s quite a recommendation for South Africa’s 4 Natural World Heritage Sites.
Nelson Mandela Bay
Tagged as the Watersport Capital of Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay is a mecca for watersport enthusiasts the world over. But this laid-back, sunny destination has a lot more to offer, from historical heritage to arts and culture, entertainment and shopping, wildlife and nature
 
Zoo Zone
South Africa has a number of world-class zoos, definitely worth visiting on your next trip to this fantastic country.
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