Category: Tourism

Tourism

Tourism plays an important role in sustaining the economy of a country. Almost every country has some or other tourist attraction, whether it is the well known Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga (South Africa), the islands of Mauritius and Madagascar or the Croatian Coast line.

Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit different destinations every year and it seems that the tourist industry is growing each and every year.

South Africa is looking forward to 2013 in its contribution to probably one of its biggest tourism years to date.

Reisagente en Portale / Tour Operators and Portals
Game Reserves / Natuurreservate
Airlines / Lugrederye
Algemeen

Reisagente en Portale / Tour Operators and Portals

Akkommodasie en besprekings / Accommodation and bookings

Lekkeslaap

LekkeSlaap, afgelei van die se-ding “Lekker Slaap”, is die maklikste manier om akkommodasie in Suid-Afrika te vind en te bespreek. Weg is die dae van alles op die internet in Engels moet doen, by LekkeSlaap, doen ons dit in Afrikaans!

Provinsies
» KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Wes-Kaap
» Oos-Kaap
» Vrystaat
» Limpopo
» Mpumalanga
» Noordwes
» Noordkaap
Gewilde Stede
» Kaapstad, Durban, Johannesburg
» Pretoria
» Bloemfontein
» Oos-Londen
» Nelspruit
» Bloemfontein
» Port Elizabeth
Toerisme Bestemmings
» Drakensberge, Tuinroete, Laeveld, Suidkus
» Karoo
» Kaapse Wynlande
» Kaapse Roete 62
» Nasionale Krugerwildtuin
» Natalse Middelande
Drakensberg Tourism

Drakensberg Mountains – Accommodation, hiking trails, tourism, adventure and property

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CyberCapeTown.Com

South Africa Accommodation Portal

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AA-Holidays

AA Travel Guides is the largest online travel database in South Africa for accommodation ranging from luxury hotels to B&B’s, guest houses, hotels, self catering chalets and apartments, lodges, game and nature reserves, caravan and camping throughout South Africa including Cape Town, Johannesburg and the rest of Gauteng, Knysna, George, Durban, Sun City, Sabi Sands and the Kruger National Park. We also cover accommodation in Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Malawi, Seychelles, Zambia, Mozambique, Lesotho and Swaziland.

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Accommodation

The Accommodation.co.za website promotes quality South African venues consisting of every type of accommodation available in SA – Bed and Breakfasts, B&B’s, Guest Houses, Guest Lodges, Country Houses, Hotel Accommodation, Boutique Hotels, Mountain Resorts, Farm Accommodation / Farmstay, Game Reserves, Game Lodges, Health Spas, Bush Camps,
Tented Accommodation, Caravans and Camping, Backpacking Campsites, Luxury Getaways, Beach Resorts, City Lodges, Holiday Flats / Apartments, Holiday Homes, Holiday Cottages, Self Catering Accommodations, Homestay Bed and Breakfasts, … including World Cup Soccer Accommodation venues!

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Booking.Com

Online Booking Reservations Worldwide, including South Africa

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Wheretostay

Wheretostay is a directory for golf courses, activities, restaurants and accommodation in South Africa, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Botswana & Swaziland

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SA-Venues.com

South Africa Explored

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General

Find South Africa Accommodation

Search by clickable maps
Unfamiliar with South Africa? Easy to use maps show proximity of towns to rivers, beaches, mountains, game reserves and attractions.

Search by categories
Hotels, guest houses, bed and breakfast, self catering or all types of accommodation.

Search by interest or need
Family, wheelchair or pet-friendly, game lodges, guest farms, health resorts, fishing lodges, etc.

Search by star grading
Search by alphabetical lists
Find special offers / discounted accommodation

Game Reserves / Natuurreservate

Game Reserves in South Africa Link

South Africa Nature Reserves – South Africa Game Reserves And National Parks Link

South African National Parks / SA Nasionale Parke Link

Airlines / Lugrederye

Domestic flights in South Africa

South Africa has a number of airlines flying between its major and some smaller cities, with fares ranging from first-class to cut-price economy. You can book flights online from anywhere in the world.

Online booking services

Travelstart Link

Air France

Contact Air France

South African Airways

South Africa’s national carrier flies locally between Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, Bloemfontein, George, Pietermaritzburg, Mthatha, Kimberley, Polokwane, Richards Bay, Upington, Nelspruit/Kruger, Hoedspriut, Margate, Phalaborwa, Mmabatho, Manzini and Maseru – as well as into Southern Africa, the rest of Africa and the world. It offers economy, business and first class cabins.

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1time

Offers low-cost, single-class flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London and George, and from those cities back to Johannesburg.

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Airlink

Flies locally between Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, Bloemfontein, George, Pietermaritzburg, Mthatha, Kimberley, Polokwane, Richards Bay, Upington, Nelspruit/Kruger, Hoedspriut, Margate, Phalaborwa, Mmabatho, Manzini and Maseru – as well as into Zambia, Zimbabwe, Madagascar and Mozambique. Classes are economy, business and first.

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British Airways

Offers return flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth, and between Cape Town and Durban. Offers economy, premier economy, business/club and first class flights.

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Kulula.com

Offers low-cost, single-class flights between Johannesburg’s or Tambo International Airport and Cape Town, Durban, George, Port Elizabeth, East London and Nelspruit. The airline also offers flights from Johannesburg’s Lanseria Airport to Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and George.

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Mango

A no-frills carrier operated by SAA, Mango offers low-cost, single-class flights between Johannesburg, Cape Town Durban, and Bloemfontein.

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South African Express

Flies locally between Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, George, Richards Bay, Hoedspruit, Bloemfontein, Kimberley and Nelspruit – as well as into Botswana, Namibia and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Flights are in economy, business and first class.

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Ander / Other

Tourism is fuelled through adequate marketing. This means that one has to get the news out there in the open, in order to attract any new comers to your industry. This is where the media plays an important role, by making use of radio or television broadcasting.

Another very successful way of advertising your tourist attraction is through the use of a web site. Due to the fact that more and more people make use of the internet to search for relevant topics as well as their desired holiday destination, your chances of being seen increase.

We strongly recommend that you visit the web sites mentioned below. They will have all the necessary information you might need to aid you in your travelling plans when visiting South Africa.

Regardless of being a South African or not, we are confident that you will enjoy each and every moment, when visiting any one of the thousands of tourist destinations and attractions in this beautiful country.

Botanical Gardens in South Africa / Botaniese Tuine van Suid Afrika

Click on the region of your choice below for further information

South African National Biodiversity institute

Free State
Hantam
Harold Porter
Karoo Desert
Kirstenbosch

KwaZulu Natal
Lowveld
Pretoria
Walter Sisulu

Source: http://www.sanbi.org

General / Algemeen

Friends of the Rail
Rovos Rail

Rovos Rail

GPS Coordinates
Rovos Rail Station – Head Office, Pretoria: S 25° 43′ 06″, E 28° 11′ 20″
Entrance at Capital Park >>> Ingang by Capital Park
Platform >>>
Balkon / Balcony >>>
Lounge >>>

Dinokeng (Place of rivers)

Dinokeng is rich in the diverse history, culture and fauna and flora of Africa. Best of all, it’s just a stone’s throw away to the north-east of Jo’burg and Tshwane, a gem of a tourist destination waiting for you.

The hospitality of the land is matched by the warmth of its people. The residents are passionate about Dinokeng’s many treasures. Whether you are an outdoor adventurer, want to learn more about the culture and history of an area, or prefer a sedate getaway where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of nature, you will find what you seek in Dinokeng. Read more

SA Places

Experience the beauty of Southern Africa through Safari tours.

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Travel Channel

Travel the world from the comfort of your own home.

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Encounter South Africa

The finest example of Cape Dutch Architecture from the 19th Century.

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The Number One Hotel in the World 2009

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Retreat, located 270 kilometres from Cape Town, is a 5-star ecological oasis, uniting luxury and nature, providing the ultimate wilderness experience.
Bushmanskloof Hotel
Kaia Manzi Resort

Bronkhorstspruit Dam
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Travel Africa Magazine
The premier resource for all things African: Information; Holiday planning; Magazine subscriptions:
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Conference Facilities link

Tourism in Cape Town

Cape Town is viewed as one of best destinations in the World.
Visit Cape town tourism

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Voetspore

Die avonture van Johan Badenhorst en sy span wat deur Afrika reis.

Die reisiger en Voetspore-vervaardiger, Johan Badenhorst, ken sy storie. Altans, Afrika is aan hom goed bekend.

En hy het die bewyse: Hy en die Voetspore-span het sedert 2000 reeds ses Afrika-reise aangepak. Dit impliseer 140 000 km met viertrekvoertuie, ses Voetspore-televisiereekse later, reisjoernale en selfs ’n Voetspore-klerereeks.

Voetspore 7 – Van Agulhas tot Alexandria

Kwalata Game Ranch

It derives its name from the endangered and proud Sable Antelope.

Covering an area of 1500 HA, only 45 km north of Pretoria, Kwalata is home to more than 14 species of game. Kudu, zebra, giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala, waterbuck, steenbok, ostrich and warthog are just some of the animals roaming the African savannah. Four kilometres of the Pienaarsriver sustains a colourful abundance of birdlife in this malaria free area. The protected Tamboti tree also enjoys prominence at Kwalata Game Ranch as Main Camp is built amongst a number of these beautiful trees. More detail

Ezingweni Safari Lodge

Ezingweni Safari Lodge and Day Bush Spa is nestled in the malaria-free Waterberg biosphere / mountains, approximately 90 minutes drive from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg.

Guests can enjoy the tranquility of the bushveld and rejuvenate your senses when experiencing the surroundings that only nature can provide. After an early morning game drive we invite you to come for a massage at our exquisite spa where you will be treated like the king and queen of the bush.

Our vast selection of activities and facilities makes Ezingweni Safari Lodge and Day Bush Spa the ideal option for team building events. We guarantee a peaceful breakaway and look forward to ensure a memorable stay.

Franschhoek Wine Valley and Tourist Association

Franschhoek
Well known for its magnificent beauty, splendid Cape wines and incomparable restaurants, Franschhoek is a definite must-visit destination on any trip to the Western Cape of South Africa.
Franschhoek Wine Valley and Tourist Association

Franschhoek Restaurants | Franschhoek Accommodation | Franschhoek Vineyards
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Magaliesberg Meander

Discover the Magaliesberg;
The Magaliesberg mountain range is a microcosm of the magnificence of nature and the turbulent history of South Africa.

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Tourist Attractions in Pretoria, Jacaranda City & Johannesburg, City of Gold

Irene Dairy Farm

Irene Dairy Farm

A visit to this old-style, storybook dairy farm is a must.
The Dairy Shop, Deck or Barn Restaurants, Irene Farm Conference Centre

Physical Address:
Just off Nellmapius Road in Irene,
Dr Livingston Road >>>

Telephone:
Shop: +27 12 667 2326
Barn: +27 12 667 4822

For functions or events at the Irene Farm, contact:
012 667 4822
barn@ireneestate.co.za

Brooklyn

Brooklyn Street, Pretoria

Brooklyn is a suburb of the city of Pretoria, South Africa. It is a rather well-established, sought-after area, laying to the east of the city centre.

It borders the University of Pretoria to its north and the suburbs of Groenkloof and Waterkloof to its south. Brooklyn is also the site of the well known Pretoria Boys High

National Botanical Gardens

Pretoria is home to the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa as well as the Pretoria National Botanical Garden – One of the National Botanical Gardens in South Africa.

There are also a number of smaller parks and gardens located throughout the city, including the Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary.

Botanical Gardens, Pretoria

Paleis van Justisie

Paleis van Justisie, Pretoria

Die Paleis van Justisie vorm deel van die Noord-Fasade van Kerkplein in Pretoria. Die gebou dateer uit die 19de eeu en is deur die Nedelandse argitek Sytze Wierda ontwerp.

Dit is tans die hoofkantoor van die Gauteng Provinsiale Afdeling van die Suid-Afrikaanse Hooggeregshof

The Union Buildings

Union Building, Pretoria

The Union Building has to be one (if not the) most beautiful government residence in the world. Sir Herbert Baker was the architect of this 275 m long building and had it built in the English monumental style from light sandstone.

It lends a solemn environment to the official acts of the respective President with its majestic appearance.

Irene Country Lodge

Visit Irene Country Lodge and enjoy fine cuisine at its Meadow Green Restaurant overlooking a large tranquil dam rich in bird life.

Physical Address:
391 Nellmapius Drive,
Irene, Gauteng,
South Africa

Tel: +27 12 667 6464 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting
Email: lodge@irenecountrylodge.co.za

Arts and Crafts

Portchie
Original Paintings, Gift Shop and Tea Garden

Portchie Art GallerySurona

Portchie gallery is situated in 786 Frederikastreet, Rietfontein, Pretoria. Kindly contact Surona on Cell nr 083 566 1042, eMail her portchiegallerypta@gmail.com or visit the website @ www.portchiegallery.com

Pretoria Zoo

National Zoological Gardens, Pretoria

More widely known as the Pretoria Zoo, the National Zoological Gardens in Boom Street, Pretoria, is not only the largest zoo in South Africa and the only one with national status, but is also rated as one of the top zoos in the world.

Kerkplein

Church Square, Pretoria, City Centre

Kerkplein het aanvanklik as Markplein bekendgestaan. Die eerste kerkie is deur Edward Lewis Devereux en William Skinner in 1854 op die plein gebou. Die vroeë setlaars het hulle in hierdie area kom vestig, danksy die goeie watervoorraad

church square, Pretoria, City Centre

FUN TOURISM will introduce you to Church Square and its amazing history. They also provide other various tourism options, including cultural, landscape and wildlife outings.

Melrose Arch

Melrose Arch, Johannesburg

Melrose Arch is a vibrant and exclusive precinct alive with energy, social interaction and African internationalism.

Melrose Arch is truly unique. Aesthetically appealing penthouses, cozy apartments and spacious lofts in Melrose Arch are the ideal homes

Other Provinces in South Africa

Mpumalanga, Witrivier

Kaapse hoop gastehuis – wild horses

Kaapsche Hoop Gastehuis
Being only 28 Km from Nelspruit, Kaapsche Hoop Gastehuis is ideally situated as a home base from which you can travel for day trips to Sabie, Graskop, the Kruger National Park, Barberton, Badplaas and even Mozambique or Swaziland.

Kaapsche Hoop Gastehuis offers facilities for small weddings, conferences, launches and performances. Due to it’s size, personal contact is the name of the game.

Kaapsche Hoop is situated 12km off the N4 towards Nelspruit. Turn off at the SAPPI pulp mill and climb 728 meters while driving 12 km to the top of the mountain. For those who do not know this, driving past Kaapsche Hoop is a short cut to Nelspruit, circumventing traffic and cutting a neat 18km off the trip. The beautiful views are free.

Kaapsche Hoop – Latitude: 25.35 south; Longitude: 30.45 East. Elevation 1620 meters

Email : mail@kaapsehoopguesthouse.co.za
Web : www.kaapsehoopguesthouse.co.za

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KwaZulu-Natal, North Coast

Rocktail Beach Camp

Rocktail Beach Camp
Situated in the Maputaland Coastal Forest

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