The Kruger National Park in one of the best known game reserves in the world, where you'll see a host of wild animals. Among them, you'll be able to spot the Big 5.

The Kruger, in search of the Big 5

Even though Robben Island and Mvezo provide poignant links to Nelson Mandela, spending time exploring his history in Johannesburg will also show you how Madiba spent several years.

Johannesburg, in search of Mandela

Stretching well over 200km, the Drakensberg range is a mind blowing blend of peaks and troughs. Numerous trails run along the length of this hiking paradise.

Hiking through South Africa's Drakensberg

Durban is the biggest town in KwaZulu-Natal. Sitting on the Sunshine Coast, by the Indian Ocean, its American/Australian beach culture attracts surfers and water sports fans from all over the world.

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Formerly a dock area, the Victoria &amp; Alfred Waterfront was redeveloped into a fashionable quarter in the space of just a few years.

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A bit like the country itself, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is a cosmopolitan place, and it's also particularly safe. Without wanting to make you unduly concerned, this won't always be the case on your <a href="/south-africa/">trip to South Africa</a>. With its restaurants, hotels, bars, shops and huge luxury shopping centres, the site has plenty to keep both tourists and Cape Town residents entertained. From street performances to shows and traditional dancing, there's always something happening at the Victoria &amp; Alfred Waterfront. Children – and even grown-ups – will love the large aquarium here. The waterfront is also where the ferries to Robben Island leave from.

Formerly a dock area, the Victoria &amp; Alfred Waterfront was redeveloped into a fashionable quarter in the space of just a few years.

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