Top 10 places to Visit in South Africa
Safari
We rate going on a Safari trip as the number one thing to do in South Africa. In order to get in touch with the true African experience going on Safari is the thing you need to do. On a Kosher Safari tour you are able to experience the true joy of a safari tour as well as maintain the strictest kashrus standards in absolute luxury.
Getting to see the animals in the wild is a part of the experience but by far not the only thing. The first thing you will notice on a safari experience is the vastness and beauty of the landscape. Once out of the city you are immediately enveloped in the Great Africa. It is an event that must be experienced firsthand. We recommend Game Reserves that are relatively close to the cities (2-3 hours). Also when choosing a Game Reserve an important factor is malaria, so always keep that in mind.
Table Mountain
Table Mountain is one of the most incredible sites in the world. This is a must see in Cape Town and one of the many sites you will see in your visit to Cape Town. The mountain is visited via Cable Car and has the scenic view of the sea and mountainous surrounding area.
Meaning Mountain of Dragons, this huge mountain range is a unique area that can be visited only 2 hour drive from Johannesburg, and for over 1000 kilometers. Some of the interesting sites to see is God’s Window, Three Rondavels and Blyde River Canyon.
The Garden Route
The Garden Route is a 300 kilometer route along the South Eastern Coast of South Africa. It includes the towns of Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, Mossel Bay and George.
Cape Point
About an hour drive from Cape Town lies Cape Point. One of the most Southern Points in Africa. This National Park has the most beautiful views of the sea and surrounding area. From here you can see the meeting point of The Indian and Atlantic Oceans. To get to the top viewing point you can climb the stairs or alternatively take the Funicular up to the top.
The Lion Park
This is a must see for all visitors to South Africa, Here you will be able to get right up close and personal with lions. There is a huge number of lions here as well as cheetahs, Wild dogs and various other animals. Some of the highlights are petting lion cubs and feeding giraffe, but the number one experience for those brave enough is the Walk With the Lions. Here you actually get to go right into a lion enclosure with 2 very real wild lions and pet them!
Stellenbosch – Cape Wine Lands
This area in the Cape region, is home to a large part of the wineries in South Africa. There are many different wineries here as well as two kosher ones. In the town of Stellenbosch you can visit the old colonial style homes.
Boulders Beach
Boulders Beach and Foxy beach are 2 beaches in the Cape that are home to a colony of about 3000 African Penguins. These penguins have made their home in this protected area and can be viewed from a promenade.
Apartheid Museum
Situated in Johannesburg, the Apartheid Museum is a throwback to the times of Apartheid, and offers the experience of what real segregation was like. One of the dark periods of South Africa it is a symbol of growth through struggle.
