Artistic expressions

Comedy in South Africa

South African comedy culture authenticates the country’s diverse multi-cultural backdrop, which consists of eclectic communities, colourful people, interesting stories and a multitude of languages. more
Ladysmith Black Mambazo

The music of Ladysmith Black Mambazo has won numerous awards and accolades over the last 4 decades and they are recognised as among South Africa’s most successful cultural exports. more
Athol Fugard

Discover the inspiring legacy of one of South Africa’s great playwrights, novelists, actors, directors and teachers; Athol Fugard. more
The Bioscope

The Bioscope, Johannesburg's only independent cinema, prides itself on sharing some of South Africa’s best local content at a boutique venue in the heart of the city. more

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Leliekloof Valley of Art

South Africa is world famous for its rock art, but few know of hidden treasure troves like the Eastern Cape’s Leliekloof Valley of Art. more

Durban's theatres

The theatres of Durban (eThekwini) offer serious and lighthearted contemporary performances without losing sight of the rich indigenous wisdoms that belong to this balmy corner of the country. more

Sol Plaatjie

Sol Plaatje made his mark in South Africa as a pioneering intellectual, journalist, linguist, politician, translator and writer, in spite of the racial laws of the time. more

1Scenic Splendour and Serenity

South Africa is blessed with spectacular scenery and natural landscapes - soaring mountain peaks and passes, dense and ancient forests, miles of unspoiled coastline, rivers to sooth or thrill you, and rolling flower fields and grasslands of every hue. Places to be still, places to inspire you, places to explore or to simply revel in the joyous gift of nature.

2Wine Tasting

With wine regions stretching from the western to the far northern Cape and the edge of the Karoo you can almost taste your way around South Africa. Sample at well-known estates or seek out little-known gems – our Port and Brandy routes are renowned too. Where there’s fabulous wine, great food is never far behind. Oenophiles, gastronomes and sybarites – don’t miss our winelands.

3Five-star Safari

At our finest award-winning safari lodges in Mpumalanga, Limpopo and the Eastern Cape, the bush equals bliss. Luxury on call, impeccable service and cuisine, soothing spa’s and superlative wildlife encounters add up to safari adventures that will exceed your wildest expectations.

4Struggle Sites

South Africa’s struggle for democracy continues to inspire and touch the lives of millions. Visit our top struggle sites and museums and be a part of our journey to freedom as you walk in the footsteps of some of the greatest living freedom icons in history.

5Magnificent Marine

Where else can you sail beside a whale, go eye-to-eye with wild Tiger sharks, cage-dive with Great Whites, be charmed by urban penguins, snorkel beside whale sharks and be entranced on a moonlit beach as new-born turtle hatchlings make their bid for life in the ocean?

6Cultural Encounters

Experience cultural interactions that are real and inspiring. Whether you spend a day in a Zulu village or a city township; a week in a Xhosa household or escape to a typical South African farm, you’ll find South Africans are friendly and their day-to-day lifestyles and customs accessible. Short or long stay – you’re welcome!

7Outdoor Rush

Beautiful weather, spectacular locations, awesome scenery, and record-breaking, mega-thrill adventure mixed in – that’s how we’ve earned the title the Adventure Capital of the World.

8Urban Rhythm

Feel the energy of our cities, catch the beat of Afro-pop, hip-hop or jazz at a shebeen or all-night club, play in our casino’s, visit our museums, be entertained in our theatres. Shop, dine and follow the pulse of our rhythm to your next urban African adventure.

9Your South African Feast

From traditional comfort food to Michelin-star dining; a hearty shebeen buffet or a gourmet banquet beneath a star-strewn African sky, let your taste buds take you on a journey of discovery with mouth-watering South African soul food.

10Indulge your senses

Relax and rejuvenate the South African way. Cocoon yourself in calming treatments and soothing therapies. Scented traditional balms made with indigenous oils and ingredients will have you stress-free and feeling like African royalty in no time.