SOUTH AFRICA TRAVEL (2024) | The 15 BEST Places To Visit In South Africa (+ Travel Tips)

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:15:12 +0000

South Africa is a beautiful country where you can find world-class beaches, idyllic vineyards, majestic mountains, and savanna teeming with wildlife. But its magic goes far beyond landscapes. South Africa's cultural tapestry is woven with history, vibrant cities, and a warmth that makes you feel instantly welcome. We spent over two months exploring this diverse country, and in this video, we're sharing our top 15 places to visit.

🔗 SOUTH AFRICA LINKS, ACTIVITIES & MORE INFO
☑️ Cederberg info: https://www.cederberg.co.za/
☑️ Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park day safari from St. Lucia: https://www.getyourguide.com/hluhluwe-imfolozi-park-l105987/hluhluwe-imfolozi-big-5-full-day-safari-t353671/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthAfrica_video
☑️ Cape Whale Route info: https://whalecoast.info/
☑️ Knysna lagoon sunset boat tour: https://www.getyourguide.com/knysna-l845/knysna-sunset-lagoon-cruise-t434705/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthAfrica_video
☑️ Swim with seals: https://www.getyourguide.com/plettenberg-bay-l109147/plettenberg-bay-swim-with-seals-t311468/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthAfrica_video
☑️ Sani Pass Tour from Underberg: https://www.getyourguide.com/underberg-l111827/from-underberg-4x4-sani-pass-tour-and-basotho-village-visit-t383891/?partner_id=57UJ5GF&utm_medium=online_publisher&cmp=SouthAfrica_video
☑️ Robben Island tour: https://www.robben-island.org.za/
☑️ Table Mountain Cable Car: https://www.tablemountain.net/

😴 WHERE TO STAY IN SOUTH AFRICA
- Ballito: PIGEONWOOD Forest Cottage ($): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/pigeonwood-forest-cottage.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Addo Park: Ndlovu Addo River Lodge ($): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/ndlovu-addo-river-lodge.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Graskop (Panorama Route): Mi Casa ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/mi-casa-guesthouse.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Plettenberg Bay (Garden Route): Ocean Watch Guesthouse: https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/an-ocean-watch-guest-house.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Cathkin Park (Drakensberg): Little Acres Drakensberg Accommodation ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/little-acres-b-amp-b.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Saint Lucia: Leopard Tree Lodge ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/lalapanzi-guest-house-st-lucia.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Franschhoek (Winelands): Auberge La Dauphine Guest House ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/auberge-la-dauphine-guest-house.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Royal Natal: Witsiehoek Mountain Lodge (only hotel near Amphitheater hike - $$$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/witsieshoek-mountain-lodge.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Cape Town: Beachwood Camps Bay ($$): https://www.booking.com/hotel/za/beachwood-camps-bay.en.html?aid=7936148&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2
- Kruger: SANParks Website (book accommodation in the park): https://www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger?

✏️ SOUTH AFRICA MAP WITH PLACES TO EAT, DRINK, SEE:
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🎥 MORE SOUTH AFRICA VIDEOS:
- South Africa 3 Week Road Trip Itinerary: https://youtu.be/Zj_AU2Hcqqo
- Cape Town: https://youtu.be/1Ppoi0uLuDo
- Panorama Route: https://youtu.be/I4_jXPsQG7M
- Kruger National Park: https://youtu.be/suRv7sGRc7Y
- Garden Route: https://youtu.be/Shw0HEMuq_k
- Drakensberg: https://youtu.be/RH8gopmqSrQ

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- Book flights: https://skyscanner.pxf.io/c/35....59813/1027991/13416?
- Book rental car: https://rentalcars.tp.st/t0VfElQg
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🎵 MUSIC CREDITS:
African Living by Anthony Vega
Rejoice In The Morning by The David Roy Collective
By The Mombassa River by Francesco DAndrea
Running In The Sun by Lance Conrad
Nenas Song Kenya by Hans Johnson
Senegal Streets by Anthony Vega
Wonder East Africa Instrumental Version by Hans Johnson

🎥 VIDEO CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:12 Golden Gate Highlands National Park
1:43 Cederberg Wilderness Area
2:23 Ballito
3:20 Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park
4:29 Cape Whale Route
5:25 Addo Elephant National Park
6:12 Cape Peninsula
7:08 Panorama Route
8:01 Garden Route
9:10 uKhahlamba Maloti-Drakensberg Park
10:37 iSimangaliso Wetland Park & St. Lucia
11:31 Cape Winelands
12:17 Royal Natal National Park
13:25 Cape Town
14:20 Kruger National Park
15:29 South Africa Travel Tips