- 688 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About This Book
The Rough Guide to South Africa is the definitive guide to one of the world's most fascinating and varied countries. Now available in PDF format.
With accommodation listings that range from the most sumptuous safari lodges to cheap and cheerful backpacker lodges in stunning coastal positions, there's something for every budget. In-depth coverage on South Africa's many nature reserves is complemented by an illustrated wildlife guide, to help you make the most of your time on safari. Whether you want to explore the country's big sights - from the wilds of Kruger National Park and the best spots for whale watching to Cape Town's vibrant dining scene - or to uncover its many hidden gems, such as the dramatic desert scenery of the Richtersveld, The Rough Guide to South Africa is your indispensible travelling companion.
Make the most of your time on Earth⢠with The Rough Guide to South Africa.
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Table of contents
- Contents 3
- INTRODUCTION 4
- Where to go 5
- When to go 10
- Author Picks 11
- Things not to miss 12
- Itineraries 22
- Wildlife section 24
- BASICS 46
- Getting there 47
- Getting around 48
- Accommodation 53
- Eating and drinking 55
- The media 58
- Festivals 60
- Activities and outdoor pursuits 61
- Spectator sports 63
- Parks, reserves and wilderness areas 64
- Health 69
- Crime and personal safety 71
- Travel essentials 73
- THE GUIDE 80
- 1 Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula 80
- 2 The Western Cape 158
- 3 The Northern Cape 254
- 4 The Eastern Cape 294
- 5 KwaZulu-Natal 350
- 6 Free State 428
- 7 Gauteng 444
- 8 North West Province 498
- 9 Mpumalanga 516
- 10 Limpopo 552
- 11 Lesotho 574
- 12 Swaziland 610
- CONTEXTS 636
- History 637
- Music 653
- Books 661
- Language 666
- SMALL PRINT & INDEX 674