JOHANNESBURG

South Africa is a cauldron of cultures creating an eclectic mixture of people, food and drink. It is a gastro-tribute to the New South Africa incorporating rich cultural heritage and indigenous people. This rare combination makes for wine and food that is versatile and powerful, eloquently expressing the unique characteristics of the sun blessed people. Cape Town is the gateway to the South African Winelands and one of the great wine capitals of the world.

 

For a city creature that enjoys the bright lights, pulsing nightspots, trendy eateries and shopping hotspots, South Africa’s many cities offer a refreshing urban buzz and a fascinating range of cultures. Johannesburg offers a delightfully distinctive mix of first world and authentic African—from first-class shopping centers and a spectacular array of restaurants and nightspots to casinos, theatres, craft markets, museums and galleries. Due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand mountain range, Johannesburg is South Africa’s place for gold and diamonds.

 

With 11 official languages, Johannesburg offers an intriguing mix of culture. It is the most populous city in South Africa and the second most populous city in Sub-Saharan Africa. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of the wealthiest province in South Africa, and the site of the South African Constitutional Court. It is one of the newest major cities in the world, and is served by Johannesburg International Airport, the largest and busiest airport in Africa and a gateway for international air travel to and from the rest of southern Africa.

 

BOTSWANA

August is a good time to visit Botswana as the nights are cool and the days are marginally warmer filled with brilliant cobalt blue skies. Water seeps into new areas and the Mekoro and boat trips take on more excitement as new channels and waterways become accessible. The wildlife never wanders far from water and more and more animals congregate near the flood plains…an opportunity for many dramatic photo settings!

 

Chobe National Park covers 11,000 sq km (4300 sq mi) and has a greater variety of wildlife than anywhere else in Botswana. Kasane, at the northern tip of the park, is the park's gateway and administrative center. Elephants - 70,000 of them in herds of up to 500 - are the main attraction at the park, closely followed by lions, cheetahs, hippos, buffaloes, giraffes, antelope, jackals, warthogs, hyena, crocodile, otter, zebra and any number of bird species.

 

ZAMBIA

Zambia is the real Africa…a country renowned for beauty, diversity, culture and friendliness. From relaxing and richly visual adventures – game drives, canoeing safaris and river cruises, - to something a little more energetic - horseback trails, walking safaris, mountain biking and abseiling - to the adrenaline pumping madness of world class white-water rafting and the spectacular Bungi jump off the Victoria Falls Bridge…there is something for everyone!! Named for the famous Victorian missionary explorer, Dr. David Livingstone, the town of Livingstone became a major European settlement then the capital of Northern Rhodesia. As the capital, it enjoyed excellent facilities superior to anything in the country, as can be seen from the Edwardian colonial buildings that line the city's main road, and the distinction of having the country's first newspaper.

 

The capital was moved to Lusaka in 1935 and the bustling city has become a quiet town possessing a special charm. Its proximity to the Zambezi River and the spectacular Victoria Falls led it to become a base for travellers from all over the world wanting to explore the Victoria Falls. Zambia has some of the best views of the magnificent Victoria Falls. Paths along the facing cliffs allow visitors to see many dramatic angles and in the dry winter months, the lip of the Falls can be traversed up to Livingstone Island where Dr. Livingstone had his first sighting before naming it after his queen. The Victoria Falls are one of the Seven Wonders of the World and are guaranteed to be a highlight of any African experience!

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