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Intro
Sense of adventure? Taste of life? South Africa delivers – on a grand scale!
South Africa is a beautiful country with a rich array of cultures, fauna and flora. Every country in the world displays some diversity, but South Africa, stretching from the hippos in the Limpopo River to the penguins waddling on the Cape, takes some beating. The country’s breathtaking sights and rich historical background will engulf any visitor that crosses its borders. Good travel networks and a well developed tourism segment have enabled the South African tourism industry to grow at an enormous rate. Its scenery includes dramatic mountain ranges, beautiful beaches (2,798km coastline) and vast dry deserts, while its people comprise a kaleidoscope of cultures and heritages.
Weather
Famous for its sunshine, South Africa is in a subtropical location moderated by the ocean on three sides. The Western Cape gets most of its rainfall in winter, while the rest of the country receives most of its rainfall in summer. Generally, temperatures inland are regulated from becoming too warm as a result of the lands elevation above sea level.
Language
South Africa has 11 official languages: Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Xhosa, Zulu, Pedi, Sotho, Swazi, Tsonga, Tswana and Venda.
In this regard it is third only to Bolivia and India in number. While all the languages are formally equal, some languages are spoken more than others and the three most spoken first home languages are Zulu (23.8%), Xhosa (17.6%) and Afrikaans (13.3%). Despite the fact that English is recognised as the language of commerce and science, it is spoken by only a small part of South Africans at home.
Tourist Attractions
- Enjoy the unspoiled beaches of South Africa which stretch along the warm waters of the East Coast and the cooler waters of the West Coast. Also the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal offers wonderful beaches and many fine golf courses.
- The Garden Route is a beautiful region of the Cape which incorporates pristine beaches, mountains, forests, rivers, reserves, the whale route, the Klein Karoo and many small towns.
- Wine tasting at the wine estates of the Western Cape makes for a wonderful day out.
- Visit Robben Island where Nelson Mandela spent 16 years of his prison time during the Apartheid era
- Make a trip to the Cape of Good Hope, where the Atlantic and the Indian Ocean meet and the wild sea tells you stories of the past, when the first European settlers discovered this unique part of the world
- Experience the bustling city life of Johannesburg, the irresistible Cape Town and the largest city of the Kingdom of the Zulu – Durban, all showcase different aspects of South African life.
- Learn more about South Africa’s discriminative past during a visit to the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and get to know the life in Soweto by making a bicycle tour through the streets of South Africa’s biggest township.
- Enjoy the South Africa’s breath-taking and diverse landscape: there are more than 20 National Parks and many smaller wildlife reserves and Games Parks across the country, boasting not only Africa’s Big Five but also many more exotic animals in a magnificent African scenery. Some of the most famous reserves are:
- The famous Kruger Park in the north-east of the country, one of the world’s most famous and popular Safari destination
- The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park at the border to Botswana
- The Ai-Ais/Richtersveld National Park at the border to Namibia
- The Addo Elephant Park near Port Elizabeth which boasts one of the biggest elephant populations
- The Tsitsikamma National Park on the Garden Route where you can bungee-jump from the highest bridge in Southern Africa
- The Drakensberg Mountains allow for endless hiking experiences through breathtaking mountain scenery, sparkling rivers and indigenous trees.
Sources
http://www.southafrica.net/sat/content/en/za/home
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_africa#Languages
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/south-africa
http://www.africansignature.co.za/travel-destinations/south-africa.html
http://www.places.co.za/html/attractions.html
Tourism Map
Product List
| Name of Business | Type | Location | Price range | Description |
| Acacia Adventure Holidays 0215561157 |
Value for Money | Unit 4, 23A Killarney Avenue, Killarney Gardens, Cape Town, 8051, South Africa |
from R4650 | Acacia Adventure Holidays has been operating value for money tours in east and southern Africa for over 16 years and is a leading responsible tourism company! |
| African Shark Eco-Charters +27 (0) 21 785 1947 |
Activity | Simonstown, Western Cape |
R please check website | African Shark Eco-Charters is a dynamic, professional eco-conservation great white shark diving company that operates from Simon’s Town, only 40 minutes from Cape Town. Our shark trips offer insight into the predation and breaching behaviour of the Great White Shark. Our eco-friendly shark cage diving operation contributes hugely towards the conservation of the Great White Shark while simultaneously protecting the well-being of the local community through our various social initiatives and we have been accredited by “Fair Trade in Tourism” Guests can be assured that their cage diving experience is managed in an ethical and socially responsible manner”. |
| Andulela Experience +27 (0) 21 79 02592 |
Activity | Hout Bay, Cape Town |
please check website | Praised by the New York Times, UK Sunday Times, the Lonely Planet, South African, German and Australian television, Andulela's truly innovative day tours and vacation packages in Cape Town are tailored for the responsible traveller on his quest for authentic South Africa. |
| Antrim Villa +27 (0) 21 433 2132 |
Guesthouse | Cape Town, Western Cape |
please ask for quote | Built in the late 1800’s, this old English Victorian house was originally a family residence. High ceilings and well kept stuccos give this guesthouse charm and light. Situated in Three Anchor Bay, at the foot of Signal Hill, it is only a 10-minute walk from Cape Town’s new stadium and 10-minutes from the Atlantic Ocean. We purchased the house in 2008 from South African owners that had been running it as a guesthouse for 10 years. It has now been fully refurbished, inspired by a tropical-African style in a earthy colour palate, accentuated with natural fabrics such as sisal, linen and bamboo. The large, new saltwater pool lies enticingly in a secluded, tropical garden. Most of the rooms at Antrim Villa still have the original pine flooring. This is a friendly, airy house with a cosy fireplace in the lounge. Secure off street parking is provided. |
| Bartholomeus Klip Farmhouse +27 (0) 22 448 1820 |
Guesthouse | Near Riebeek Kasteel, Western Cape |
please check website | We are a romantic Victorian farmstead on a large wheat and sheep farm with its own 10 000 acre private nature reserve, near to Cape Town and the famous winelands of the Western Cape. The Edwardian farmhouse has only four bedrooms and a suite, so you are assured of personal attention from our friendly staff, and our food is justifiably renowned. We also have a separate house suitable for self-catering families or groups of friends, with four bedrooms and its own swimming pool. |
| Basupi Travel Services 011 4672016 |
Tour operator | 8 Monte Falco, Sunrise Blvd., Fourways, 2086 |
ZAR500 -ZAR20000 | Southern Africa & East Africa Tours & Excursions Packages |
| Bickley House +27 (0) 21 4347424 |
Guesthouse | Sea Point, Cape Town, Western Cape |
please ask for quote | This is one of Sea Point’s oldest houses and classified as a national monument. With roots in the 1790’s, Bickley House was originally an old hunting lodge in Atlantic Seaboard. The house is built of granite stone walls from Table Mountain, making it very cool in summer and keeping it warm in the winter. These ancient stones are clearly visible at the breakfast terrace, where you can also see the original watering troughs used for the horses. Bickley House is situated on the Atlantic Seaboard, only 5 minutes walk from the beach promenade and 15 minutes from the new stadium (built for World Cup 2010). |
| Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers +27 (0) 43 734 3012 |
Backpackers | Chintsa West Farm 1317, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Buccaneers has been described as being like a backpackers village because of the way it's spread out over the 8 hectare of wild coastal forest right next to the stunning Chintsa beach. Most people say that it's a place to come home to. A legend in its own time. For us it is home and for the past 12 years we have been sharing it with people just like you - travelers from all over the world. |
| Buffalo Ridge Safari Lodge +27 (0) 11 805 9995 |
Game Lodge | Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province |
please check website | Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the few malaria-free reserves in southern Africa. Located in South Africa along the Botswana border and 20 kilometres from Gaberone, the Reserve lies within a transition region between lowveld bushveld and the Kalahari thornveld. As a result, the region is host to an incredible diversity of species from both ecosystems. Geographically the region has enormous volcanic intrusions known as Inselbergs, which are prominent throughout the reserve and create a spectacular backdrop. |
| Bulungula Lodge +27 (0) 47 577 8900 |
Lodge | Wild Coast, Eastern Cape |
please check website | The Bulungula Lodge is the realisation of a dream dreamt during years of travels through the most remote parts of Africa, China and South America: to create an eco-friendly backpackers lodge in the most beautiful place in South Africa in partnership with a vibrant, traditional community. The lodge is situated in the most beautiful location of any lodge in South Africa. Have a look at the photo’s. Beach, forest, lagoon, rolling hills, dolphins, whales, you name it. The sky is so clear, we guarantee shooting stars – look at the night’s sky for half an hour without seeing one, and you stay that night free. |
| Calabash Tours +27 (0) 41 585 6162 |
Activity | Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Nelson Mandela Bay was formerly known as Port Elizabeth, and is situated on the Garden Route. Hosting excellent Blue Flag beaches, attractive architecture and interesting British as well as Xhosa heritage. it is a ‘must see’ inclusion on any visit to South Africa. Nelson Mandela Bay offers the perfect conditions to explore and understand contemporary Black culture, with 75% of its 1.4 million residents being Xhosa speaking, proud and hospitable. The townships of Port Elizabeth played a pivotal role during the anti-apartheid struggle years and it was in recognition of this that out of 800 applications, this was the city nominated by Nelson Mandela to carry his name. It also has the honour of being the first to appoint a black mayor. |
| Coffee Shack Backpackers +27 (0) 47 575 2048 |
Backpackers | Coffee Bay, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Explore, discover and enjoy a unique taste of rural Africa! Coffee Shack is a backpackers tropical paradise located right on the beach at the Bomvu River mouth in the Transkei, a deeply traditional area of South Africa where you'll experience a way of life far removed from Western culture. We have a reputation of being a fun, good-value hostel with excellent facilities and the most amazing, friendly staff. Most visitors rate Coffee Shack as a highlight of their SA tour... |
| De Zalze Golf +27 (0) 21 880 7300 |
Activity | Stellenbosch, Western Cape |
please check website | The World Amateur Team Championships has been hosted by De Zalze during October 2006. The 300 hectare Winelands Golf Estate offers golfers and visitors the opportunity to enjoy on site wine tasting, picturesque accommodation, dining at Terroir Restaurant as well as relaxing on the terrace at the spectacular clubhouse where you can enjoy superb breakfasts and lunches. This Golf Estate has proven to be one of the most sought after golf estate real estate investments in South Africa, having achieved record sales since 2002. |
| Djuma Private Game Reserve +27 (0) 13 735 5119 |
Game Lodge | Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga |
please check website | Djuma Private Game Reserve is an oasis of luxurious calm in the wilds of the world-renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Situated in the heart of the true South African bush, Djuma immerses its guests in the untamed landscape of a pure safari experience. |
| Dreamcatcher - Alternative Winelands Tour +27 (0) 21 696 6004 |
Activity | Cape Town, Western Cape |
please check website | 25 years ago, we were the leaders in South Africa. The first to break the mould: To dare to connect visitors to the land, to the people. Nelson Mandela's people at grass routes. Today Dreamcatcher is still leading: Merging valued partners, volunteers and visitors to pioneer groundbreaking projects and tourist visitor experiences which will change for the good, the destiny of individuals and communities across South Africa. Join us! It's possible. Let us lead the way! |
| Dyer Island Cruises 0828018014 |
Activity | The Great White House, Gansbaai, 7220 |
R900 | Dyer Island Cruises is a boat based whale watching operation that operates around world famous Dyer Island. We do whale watching trips from June-December (whales, sharks, penguins, seals and dolphins) and eco marine trips from January-June (sharks, penguins, dolphins and seals). |
| d` Oude Molen Guest House +27(0)832976244 |
Guesthouse | 15 Molen Street, Bult, Potchefstroom, North-West Province, South-Africa |
R300.00 | d` Oude Molen Guest House This loving restored guest house, built a century ago,received a merit award from the Heritage Potchefstroom Foundation in 2007.It`s central location close to the North-West University ,the Bult shopping centre [main Aardklop terrain] and the Astro hockey fields makes it the ideal accommodation for families,Unisa students,post graduates,researchers and culture vultures attending the Aardklop Arts Festival every year. We are centrally situated: • North-West University • Gymnasium High School • Fanie du Toit Sports Grounds • Aardklop Festival • Astro Hockey Field • Shopping Centre • The Bult Coffee Shops and Restaurants • Mooimed Hospital • Medi-Clinic Hospital • Sedgars Park Cricket Stadium • Virgin Active • Mooirivier Primary School • Mooiriver Mall (3km) • NWU Botanical Garden The six spacios rooms are stylishly furnished with en-suite bathrooms.All our rooms have small fridges with cool drinks, chocolate, fruit juice and cereals (extra fee).Coffee,tea and rusks are available each day as part of the price. PC with internet & printer (extra fee)and private entrances for all rooms .Parking is safe , barbeque facilities with a pool table are there for own entertainment. Description: Six rooms with double beds with end-suite bathrooms , bar frige and DSTV. Special : Sleep for more than a week and qualify for discount. We are : 147 km from O.R Tambo airport (Johannesburg) Duration 1:40 764 km from Upington Duration 8:58 Rooms : Family & Self Catering. Private Rooms & Entrances. Value-for-money Affordable Facilities: Coffee Maker in Room Desk in Room Dry Cleaning/Laundry Family Rooms Iron/Ironing Board Child Friendly Mini Bar Non-Smoking Rooms Serviced Daily Outside Braai Area Satellite Television Wheelchair Accessible Panel Heaters & Fans Microwave Books for Reading Bicycles for Hire Pool Table Safe Venue Free & Secure Parking Barbeque facilities Pool Table & Dart Board “Die Transvaler of 11 April 1959” (Newspaper) for reading at braai area. GPS directions:Latitude : 26 41`10. 32” S Longitude:27 05` 48.74” E |
| Extraordinary Travel 0027726926227 |
Tour designer & operator | L4 Alma Court, 39 High level road, 8005 Green point, Cape Town. South Africa |
varies | Custom travel to Southern Africa; donating 10% of profits to inspiring projects such as Trees4Schools |
| Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa 012 342 2945 |
Sustainable Tourism Certification | 34A Hatfield Corner, 1270 Church Street, Colbyn, 0028, Pretoria |
Differs according to tourism product | Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) is a non-profit organisation that promotes sustainable tourism development. Elect to stay at our FTTSA-certified establishments and be assured that your travel benefits local communities and economies, and that the business is operated ethically and in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. |
| Farm 215 nature retreat and fynbos reserve +27 (0) 28 388 0920 |
Guesthouse | Between Stanford and Agulhas, Western Cape |
please check website | Farm 215 nature retreat is a 4 star country house located on the "Fynbos-road" between Stanford and Cape Agulhas in the Western Cape's unspoiled Southern Overberg. Farm 215 has been set up and is managed as a sustainable operation and is certified by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa. We place the integrity of the natural ecosystem around us in the first place and aim to keep the footprint of both ourselves and our guests as low as possible. Farm 215´s partner, the African Horse Company has its base station on farm 215. |
| Green Leaf Environmental Standard +27 41 3661814 |
Environmental Standard - Green Accommodation, Bussiness, Products and Conferences | PO Box 15023, Emerald Hill, Port Elizabeth, 6011 |
R quoted | The Green Leaf Environmental Standard is an international standard that measures green accommodation, green business, green products, green conferencing and green events. It measures the effects of consumption on the environment while inspiring environmental and social change. Without compromising quality of the product or the experience, the Green Leaf Environmental Standard educates, raises awareness and provides an environmental management system designed for continual improvement. |
| Greenways Hotel 0027 221 7611792 |
Hotel | No.1 Torquay Avenue, Upper Claremont/Bishopscourt, Cape Town, 7708 |
R 1.000 to R 4.000 | 5-Star Greenways Hotel is an ideal choice for guests seeking a sophisticated quiet hotel with the highest level of service and luxury, as well as that personal charm found only in small establishments. The Cape-Dutch Manor House is set in 24.000 sqm of park-like garden only 12 minutes from the Waterfront. At Greenways Hotel we strive towards being good custodians of the environment. We adopt fair, socio-friendly & sustainable practices in the upliftment of historically disadvantaged people. |
| Grootbos Private Nature Reserve +27 (0) 28 384 8000 |
Hotel | Near Gansbaai, Western Cape |
please ask for quote | Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is situated half an hour outside of Hermanus, on the Fynbos and forest clad hills, overlooking the whale watching haven of Walker bay and Gansbaai. The two hour drive from Cape Town provides for a spectacular scenic route along the Cape Whale Coast. With its 5-star luxury accommodation, scenic beauty, unique flowers and abundant marine life, Grootbos truly provides everything the Garden Route and Western Cape have to offer. The luxury designed lodges and exclusive Villa offer breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, breaching whales and ancient forests, with activities to satisfy even the most ardent nature lover. Come too Grootbos and feel momentarily humbled by what has been described as one of the most idyllic locations on Earth, a pristine piece of wilderness hidden away at the Southern Tip of Africa. |
| Hog Hollow Country Lodge +27 (0) 44 534 8879 |
Lodge | The Craggs, near Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape |
please ask for quote | Hog Hollow is a 4-star lodge set on the edge of an indigenous forest in a private nature reserve with panoramic views of the surrounding indigenous forests, valleys and mountains, in one of the most beautiful parts of Africa - the Garden Route. |
| Hollybrooke Farms 0825521285 |
Activity | Hollybrooke Farms, R10, Skeerpoort, North West Province, South Africa. |
R850 per chalet per night | B&B Country based Adventure activities: horse trails, quad bike trails, archery, paintball, mountain bikes, Restaurant, confrence and team building |
| Jan Harmsgat Country House +27 (0) 23 616 3407 |
Guesthouse | Near Swellendam, Western Cape |
please check website | Jan Harmsgat Guest Farm has seen a renaissance that captures its rich past, in a way that fits in with the discerning traveler's needs: Space, charm and an unsurpassed opportunity to indulge in an authentic country ambience and history. Guests are treated to understated elegance and comfort, combining the power of its original meter thick walls, yellowwood details, and authentic "Overberg" style while every modern convenience available. The indulgence does not stop with the accommodation but is carried throughout your experience. With renowned chef, Lena Vergotini, creating her 5-course dinner menu, every guest is sure to be filled with delight. |
| Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre +27 (0) 22 492 2998 |
Activity | Grootwater Farm R27 Yzerfontein |
R | !Khwa ttu, the San Education and Culture Centre, 70 km north-west of Cape Town offers you the unique experience of being introduced to the world of the descendants of the first indigenous people of southern Africa. The San themselves will take you on a journey into their history, traditional knowledge, skills, languages, customs and current affairs. This enjoyable and eye-opening event will stay with you for a long time. Besides our San-guided tour we present creative dishes in our cosy restaurant, unique San-produced items in our craft shop and the efficiency that goes along with our conference room. If you would like to stay at !Khwa ttu for a few days our guest house, bush camp and bush cottage provide appealing accommodation. The San are looking forward to welcoming you at !Khwa ttu! |
| Klippe Rivier Country House +27 (0) 28 514 3341 |
Guesthouse | Swellendam, Western Cape |
please check website | Each of the bedrooms at Klippe Rivier has been named after previous owners. The original "Waenhuis" and stables have been converted into six of the most spacious and luxury bedrooms, preserving much of the original ambience. Downstairs, three bedrooms have open fireplaces and walled-in herb gardens, dressing room and generous en-suite bathroom with separate shower and toilet. All decorated in the style of the original owners of Klippe Rivier. Three loft rooms upstairs are under thatch and are decorated in a relaxed country style, offering wonderful mountain views and each has a spacious private balcony with umbrellas and loungers. A charming and secluded thatched cottage is for the more romantic and ideal for honeymooners. Decorated in an eclectic African style with its own fireplace and private garden. |
| Kololo Game Reserve +27 (0) 14 721 9910 |
Game Lodge | Bakkerspas Road, Vaalwater, Limpopo |
please check website | Kololo Game Reserve is situated in the beautiful province of Limpopo, South Africa, in the heart of the Waterberg biosphere. Vast, peaceful and incredibly beautiful, this is a fascinating destination with a rich cultural legacy and a natural splendour. A malaria-free area and home to a large variety of game, Kololo is a perfect safari destination. Visit neighbouring reserves and view the Big 5 - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo - or enjoy a sneak preview over the fence, from the comfort of your chalet at Kololo. |
| Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers & Bicycle Tour +27 (0) 11 936 3444 |
Backpackers | Soweto, Gauteng |
please ask for quote | Few places in the world can tell you so much about a country’s history like Soweto does. Few places in South Africa are a true reflection of modern day South African society, like Soweto is. This is why South WEstern TOwnship is the world’s most famous township. And this is why a visit to this special corner of the world will enrich your travel experience and give you a personal and up close encounter with South Africa and its people. |
| Leeuwenbosch Country House +27 (0) 46 636 2750 |
Guesthouse | Amakhala Game Reserve, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Among the Frontier Settlers some five generations ago, our families settled in the Eastern Cape to farm sheep and cattle on the wild and often hostile Zuurveld. We are still here in the now historic and hospitable Frontier Country, only today our Private Game Reserve offers a wildlife experience that will capture your imagination, refresh your soul and help to conserve our natural heritage. The haunting cry of the fish eagle echoes through the rugged krantzes, and the veld grass whispers with the roaming of Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Cheetah, Giraffe, Zebra and numerous other antelope. At Amakhala you can experience the delights of the African bushveld while on safari, bushwalk, river cruise or simply with a glass of wine from the veranda of your lodge. |
| Leratang Charters and Tours 082 202 4565 |
Tour operator | 215 Corobay Avenue, Waterkloof Glen, 0181 |
Each tour differs | We offer a number of cultural, safari and historical tours in Gauteng, the North West and the Free State and also offer visits to the Kruger National Park. We are involved in community development in Mamelodi and educating school children on eco-tourism issues. Visit www.leratangtours.co.za or contact: 082 202 4565 |
| Leshiba Wilderness +27 (0) 15 593 0076 |
Game Lodge | Soutpansberg Mountains near Makhado, Limpopo |
please check website | Leshiba Wilderness lies in a hidden valley on top of the Soutpansberg mountains in Limpopo Province, one of the country’s most unique bio-diverse environments. Transcending expectations, this private reserve is something special, family-run, offering a uniquely African experience with luxury touches, warm hospitality and rich memories. Leshiba offers a unique, authentic and holistic African experience. Climb above clouds and walk with rhino in a diverse mountaintop environment. Stay at the Venda Village Lodge, unlike anything else in Africa; a hand sculpted, luxurious, artistic wonderland. Activity trails, horse riding, rock art, game viewing, astronomy, and more. All this encapsulating sustainable and responsible tourism. |
| Lisa Aviation +27 79 257 1939 |
Charter Flight Operator | Hanger 20-21 Riverbend Road, Bloubosrand, Johannesburg |
1.00 | Providing personal Helicopter transfers in and around Gauteng and servicing Private Charter flights for on-demand travel through Africa. |
| Madi a Thavha Mountain Lodge +27 (0) 15 516 0220 |
Lodge | Near Makhado, Limpopo |
please check website | Madi a Thavha, meaning “water from the mountains”, is set in a beautiful and quiet valley of the Soutpansberg Mountains of Northern Limpopo, only 10 km drive from the centre of Louis Trichardt. Enjoying the stylish and bright accommodations, excellent food, and the warm hospitality and supportive attitude of the Madi a Thavha staff will make your stay a remindable experience. At Madi a Thavha you find everything that the area has to offer: an exhibition of the art and crafts of the Venda and Tsonga artists, numerous bird species, walking routes, and the workshop of Madi a Thavha design. The lodge is an excellent base to spend a few days to explore the Venda and Tsonga culture, myths and legends and to discover unspoiled nature of the Soutpansberg and Limpopo valley. Madi a Thavha is a nice stop over when travelling to the Kruger National Park, Mapungubwe, the bush camps at Tuli Block in Botswana or the Victoria falls in Zimbabwe. |
| Marine Dynamics Shark Tours 0823803405 |
Activity | The Great White House, Gansbaai 7220 |
R1350.00 | Marine Dynamics was the first Fair Trade in Tourism SA accredited shark cage diving company in South Africa. We focus on responsible and sustainable tourism. We educate people from all over the world regarding the behaviour of Great White Sharks and Marine Wildlife. |
| Masakala Guesthouse & Mehloding Adventure Trail +27 (0) 39 737 3289 |
Guesthouse | Near Matatiele, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Situated in the friendly rural village of Masakala, close to Matatiele, on the border of the Eastern Cape and Kwa Zulu Natal, the guesthouse offers you a stunning view of the Southern Drakensberg/ Ukhahlamba mountains forming the border with the kingdom of Lesotho. Discover the Mehloding Adventure Trail Located in the relatively unexplored southern Drakensberg, at the junction of the Eastern Cape, Kwa Zulu Natal and southern Lesotho, the Mehloding Trail takes you on a path of rich and diverse natural and cultural heritage. |
| Mashovhela Lodge 012 991 6930 |
Lodge | Morning Sun Nature Reserve, Soupansberg district |
R480 - R775 | Situated in the Morning Sun Nature Reserve. This Natural Heritage Site is situated in the scenic, malaria free Soutpansberg Mountains of the Limpopo Province. Be revitalized by the natural beauty and the Venda culture of dance, drums, secret forests and lakes, unique mythology and the magic of the sacred Mashovhela rock pool. Let our staff pamper you whilst you relax in our Venda style lodge, which is recognized for its eco-friendly principles, sustainable energy usage all at an affordable rate. |
| Mercure Hotel Bedfordview, Midrand, Nelspruit and Randburg +27 (0) 11 622 1556 |
Hotel | Johannesburg, Gauteng or, Nelspruit, Mpumalanga |
please check website | These are some of the famous Mercure Hotels in South Africa that are certified by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA). |
| Moratiwa Tours – Soweto Fair Tourism Tour +27 (0) 11 869 6629 |
Activity | Soweto, Gauteng |
please check website | South of Johannesburg is Soweto, the world’s most famous township and important monument to Apartheid. A sprawling, self-sufficient home to millions, Soweto grapples with democratic change, but its spirit resonates in a plethora of shebeens. Augment your day by including lunch or dinner and a cultural or sporting event. Stay overnight to enable you to soak up as much of the ambience as possible. Several of the half day tours can be combined to form a full day tour. |
| Motswari Private Game Reserve +27 (0) 15 793 1718 |
Game Lodge | Timbavati Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga |
please check website | Open to the Kruger National Park and playing host to Africa's Big Five is Motswari Private Game Reserve. One of South Africa's jewels nestled within the Timbavati Nature Reserve, this family-owned and operated four-star luxury safari lodge prides itself on its warm atmosphere and luxurious African safari lodge accommodation. |
| NaturCert South Africa 0832255960 |
International Environmental Certification | PO Box 10062, Meerensee, 3901, |
ZAR 20 000 | NaturCert, the worlds leading sustainable tourism certification, allows you to reduce costs and achieve international recognition as green & sustainable company operating responsibly. NaturCert Certification is designed for enabling hotels as well as travel and tourism companies to go green, while demonstrating corporate social responsibility leadership to customers, partners, suppliers and stakeholders. |
| Ocean Blue Adventures +27 (0) 44 533 5083 |
Activity | Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape |
please check website | Situated in the coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, Ocean Blue offers a rare and powerful experience through permitted boat based whale & dolphin encounters. We also offer an "at one with the ocean" kayaking tour, and township tours. All tours are guided with expert crew and tour operators who are internationally qualified. Call us today for a booking or more advice. Ocean Blue is a licensed SABBWWA permit holder, which enables us to approach whales from 50 metres instead of 300 metres. Should the whales approach our vessel we do not have to move away. The guests therefore get an up close experience with these majestic mammals in the bay. |
| Ocean Safaris +27 (0) 44 533 4963 |
Activity | Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape |
please check website | Ocean Safaris is a legally permitted boat based whale, dolphin and seal watching company based in Plettenberg Bay on the Garden Route of the Western Cape. Close encounter whale watching tours and a variety of Dolphin discovery tours are on offer. Private charters, specialised group tours also available on request. Ocean Safaris is FTTSA-certified. FTTSA awards the use of special label to qualifying businesses as a way of signifying their commitment to Fair Trade criteria including fair wages and working conditions, fair purchasing, fair operations, equitable distribution of benefits and respect for human rights, culture and environment. By electing to use the services of an FTTSA-certified establishment, tourists are assured that their travel benefits local communities and economies, and that the business is operated ethically and in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. |
| Royal Madikwe Luxury Safari Residence +27 (0) 82 787 1314 |
Hotel | Madikwe Game Reserve, North West Province |
please check website | Royal Madikwe offers an absolutely unique and exclusive safari residence in the heart of South Africa ’s game-rich, malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve where an unrivalled wilderness experience is silhouetted against a backdrop of 5-star luxury and unsurpassed hospitality. Set on Africa’s rolling savannah overlooking a waterhole that teems with a wide variety of wildlife, Royal Madikwe allows guest to interact with nature in a lavish milieu where exceptional accommodation, service and cuisine come standard. The exclusivity of this private safari villa, which offers sole and exclusive use to each reservation, means that guests not only have a private luxury bush home but a piece of Africa all to themselves. Our commitment to you allows absolute flexibility to plan bespoke safaris and bush experiences of a lifetime. |
| Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve +27 (0) 11 447 7172 |
Game Lodge | Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga |
please check website | Deep in the African bushveld, within South Africa's famous Sabi Sand Reserve, 'something enchanting lies in wait' - the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve. This award winning private game reserve offers world-class standards in luxury accommodation, exceptional close wildlife encounters, personal service and delicious cuisine. The Sabi Sabi philosophy of 'yesterday, today and tomorrow' stems from over 100 years of safari experience; a history richly woven into the atmosphere of each of its four uniquely individual safari lodges - Selati Camp, Bush Lodge, Little Bush Camp and Earth Lodge. South Africa and its warm hospitality echo through the style and flavour of each and every one. |
| Salty Waters B&B +27(0)834285305 |
Bed and Breakfast | 65 General Delarey Street, DDelareyville, Main Street, North-West Province, South-Africa |
R300.00 | Salty Waters Bed & Breakfast Salty Waters in Delareyville extends West on the N14 route from Gauteng, Tarlton , Ventersdorp,Sannieshof,Barberspan,Delareyville,Kuruman,Upington and to the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park & Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.Relentless sun alleviated only by torrential rain makes summer in North-West Province something of an endurance test aim to come. Baberspan Bird Sanctuary,some 16 km from Salty Waters, is one of the largest waterfowl sanctuaries in South Africa.Over 350 species have been sighted here including species from afar as Asia, Europe and Russia.Included in the total bird count of 12 000 birds are the Pink backed Pelican, Flamingo,Goliath Heron, Wood Sand Piper, Yellow Billed Stork and the Purple Gallinule.Another not to be missed birding experience is a visit to the Delareyville salt pans, especially in the summer months when thousands of flamingos can be viewed. We also offer : Tourist- travel info ,The Koffieplekkie Restaurant, Intercape bus stop (tickets) and public toilets. We are : 322 km from O.R Tambo airport (Johannesburg) 485 km from Upington Description: Ten rooms with double beds with end-suite bathrooms , bar frige and DSTV. Rooms with aircon. family rooms & self catering.Value-for-money & Affordable. Special : Sleep for more than a week and qualify for discount. Facilities: Aircon Barber/Beauty Shop Coffee Maker in Room Desk in Room Dry Cleaning/laundry English Breakfast Family Rooms Iron/Ironing Board Mini Bar Non-Smoking Rooms Outside Braai Area Serviced Daily Panel Heaters Shops/Commercial ServicesSatellite Television Free parking Secure & Safe Parking Wheelchair Accessible Safe Venue GPS directions : Latitude : 26 40`55.87” S Longitude : 25 27`30.57” E Barberspan Bird Sanctuary, Regarded as one of the largest waterfowl sanctuaries in Southern Africa, Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is a huge 2000 hectare body of water that is RAMSAR Convention-accredited, indicating its international importance for migratory birds and waterfowl. The Barberspan bird sanctuary lies on the outskirts of the little known Delareyville, close to Vryburg on the N14 highway and roughly three hours’ drive from Johannesburg. Barberspan is the largest of a series of pans that lie in the fossil bed of the Harts River. The pan, which measures roughly 600 metres wide and 1 550 metres in length lies within the Barberspan Bird Sanctuary. More than 12 000 birds and over 365 bird species have been recorded here - the sheer numbers and diversity mean that the sanctuary is extremely popular with birders. Part of the reason for so many birds is that it is one of the few permanent bodies of water on the western highveld, and during the dry months, provides food and shelter for these large numbers of waterbirds. It is home to, amongst others, flamingos, pelicans, grebes, terns, herons, cranes, ibis and bitterns, and all but one of the South African duck species have been sighted at the pans. Power boats are not allowed in the pans and even canoes and rowing boats are restricted to the southern section,although birding from a canoe is particularly gratifying. However the Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is popular with anglers and several regional and national angling competitions are held here. One is allowed to camp along the angling shoreline and there are also walking trails. WHEN&WHERE? The Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is open daily from 06h00 to 18h00. Barberspan Bird Sanctuary is well sign-posted from the N14 which links the small towns of Delareyville and Sannieshof. Book at Salty Waters Overnight Accommodation: Phone: +27(0)834285305 E-mail : 0834285305@mtnloaded.co.za Google : 0834285305 http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=191150410891 http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&georestrict=input_srcid:665d6743350304f0&i We offer Around About Cars Rentals and Intercape Bus Tickets. http://www.aroundaboutcars.com/rates-external.php http://wikitravel.org/en/South_Africa |
| Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge +27 (0) 15 556 3406 |
Lodge | Near Elim, Limpopo |
please check website | Set against a backdrop of Mountains and Forests, Holy Lakes and sacred ruins, Shiluvari welcomes you to the Heart of Ancient Venda and promises to restore your natural rhythm. On a natural peninsula in 30 HA of natural vegetation, Shiluvari’s sweeping views of the Albasini Dam & Luonde Mountains are the perfect base from which to explore this ‘Land of Legend’ |
| Soekershof Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens in South Africa +27 (0) 23 626 4134 |
Botanical Gardens | Near Robertson, Western Cape |
please check website | Not your usual garden. Not your ordinary day outing either. Soekershof is an interactive and whimsical exploration of mazes and gardens covering 10 hectares in Klaas Voogds West; 10 kilometres East of Robertson in the Western Cape, South Africa. What we do? We offer a place of peace, serenity, and potentially finding solutions to life's quandaries in one of the world's largest and most unusual mazes and gardens dedicated solely to the preservation, culture, and display of cacti and other succulent plants. |
| Soekershof; Private Mazes & Botanical Gardens in South Africa 023-6264134 |
Activity | Klaas Voogds West, Robertson, Western Cape, South Africa |
Standard admission R 60.00 pp to R 410.00 pp with Soekershof Signature incentive | Nothing is what it seems but Soekershof is. "Best Garden in Western Cape" (The Independent, UK, January 2010) and certified by Fair Trade in Tourism in South Africa since 2006. |
| Southern Cross Experiences (PTY) Ltd. 0123491147 |
Travelagent, DMC. PCO | CSIR Campus, Meiring Naude Ave, Building 41, Brummeria, Pretoria |
all budgets | Southern Cross Experiences (PTY) Ltd, founded in 2000, offer a comprehensive portfolio of services which includes VIP- and Corporate Travel Management, Eco- and Cultural Tourism including Consulting, Conference-, Events- and Meetings Management. SCE provides expertise in global capabilities and local knowledge in the tourism industry, a strong heritage in the business travel arena and a true understanding of corporate cultures. |
| Spier 0218091100 |
Hotel | R310 Lynedoch Road, Stellenbosch, |
2100 | Spier is located in the heart the famous Cape Winelands. The first luxury hotel in South Africa to be Fair Trade in Tourism certified, Spier offers visitors a variety of authentic experiences - from food and wine to outdoor activities - in beautiful surroundings. Spier is also pioneering social and ecological programmes to help eliminate poverty, protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for the local community. For the full sustainability report, please visit www.spier.co.za |
| St Lucia Tours and Charters +27 (0) 35 590 1259 |
Activity | St Lucia, KwaZulu Natal |
please check website | Whale watching in South Africa Welcome to Advantage tours and charters… First for whale watching in South Africa Join us for an unforgettable journey in the heart of Zululand. We are based in St Lucia, Kwazulu-natal, South Africa Part of iSimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage site. For individual, personalized attention and service by the owners, Riette & Danie Bennett and their team, come visit us at the very first whale watching booking office as you enter St Lucia c/o St Lucia Supermarket / McKenzie street. |
| Stormsriver Adventures +27 (0) 42 281 1836 |
Activity | Stormsriver, Eastern Cape |
please check website | Stormsriver Adventures is a professional adventure and activity company based in the heart of the Tsitsikamma Forest. Adventure activities take place from the adventure centre on the scenic little village of Stormsriver. Our adventures cater for all tastes - mild or wild - and experiences include the Woodcutters Journey and Guided Hiking. And a first for Africa - The Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour! |
| The Backpack & Africa Travel Center +27 (0) 21 423 4530 |
Backpackers | Cape Town, Western Cape |
please check website | Making a difference is more than just an initiative of The Backpack & Africa Travel Centre. It is the way we are, the way we work and the way we live. We pride ourselves not only on our service but our rooms – after all we are in the bed business! We can accommodate 100 people, however, it is not the standard high rise building with floors of rooms that are all the same. All our rooms are different, spread over four 100 year old Victorian houses, with courtyards and gardens. We provide linen with all our room types. If you have a special request please feel free to contact us. 24 hours check-in and our rooms are available from 14:00. Our rooms are popular so please book ahead! |
| The Dunes Country House +27 (0) 42 294 1685 |
Guesthouse | St. Francis Bay, Eastern Cape |
please check website | The Dunes offers four-star accommodation in a 600 hectare conservancy, perfectly positioned in St. Francis Bay, the picturesque seaside village of the Eastern Cape. It is only minutes away from superb beaches, golf courses and restaurants for which St. Francis is renowned. |
| The Eco-ist 021 559 2420 |
Tour operator | P.O. Box 15287, Vlaeberg, Cape Town |
Varies according to tour content | Offers personalised nature & community experiences with specialist guides focussing on responsible tourism practices. Enjoy nature walks, horse-riding, viewing wild animals such as whales & meerkats, visiting community conservation & gardening projects, birdwatching, biodiversity wine tours and learning from conservation and botanical specialists. |
| The Peech Hotel +27 (0) 11 537 9797 |
Hotel | Melrose, Johannesburg, Gauteng |
please ask for quote | The Peech has sixteen bedrooms and suites located in the main house and gardens. Garden Rooms - overlook our lush landscaped gardens. They are designed for living & working with separate business and relaxation areas and a private patio or balcony. House rooms - originally bedrooms in the old residence of the property these rooms retain their oregon wooden flooring. Garden Suites - our largest rooms at over 60m2. They feature over-size bathrooms and an open-plan bedroom & living space. Designed to allow simultaneous sharing of a work and relaxation space, the rooms have a hanging pod chair with views over their private patio or garden. |
| Tswalu Kalahari +27 (0) 11 274 2299 |
Game Lodge | Kalahari, Northern Cape |
please check website | Tswalu Kalahari is South Africa’s largest private game reserve, covering an area of over 100,000 hectares. Owned by the Oppenheimer family, Tswalu takes conservation as its absolute priority; our vision is simply ‘to restore the Kalahari to itself’. No more than thirty guests at a time can discover the beauty of this landscape, its diverse wildlife, and the serenity of what may well be South Africa’s last great wilderness. |
| Uluntu Africa 021 782 1334 |
Tour operator | 3 Bato Street, Glencairn Heights, Cape Town, South Africa |
From R7000 | Uluntu Africa is a specialist tour operator, and your connection to a community of likeminded and independant South African tourism products & service providers sharing a common interest in the promotion of sustainable travel. |
| Umlani Safaris Pty Ltd 021 785 5547 |
Game Lodge | Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, near Hoedspruit, 1380 |
From R2750 per person per night | Umlani Bushcamp, a rustic yet exclusive lodge, accommodates 16 guests in cosy en-suite reed and thatch rondavels. Umlani's philosophy of simplistic luxury and 'getting back to nature' is enhanced by the romance of operating without electricity, so each hut and the entire camp is lit by candlelight and oil lamps, providing a warm and romantic atmosphere. A traversing area of more than 10 000 hectares with over 40 mammal and 350 bird species, makes for an exceptional wildlife experience. |
| Uthando South Africa +27 (0) 21 683 8523 |
Activity | Cape Town, Western Cape |
N/A | "Uthando South Africa is about giving with love, creating hope and faith. Hope for a better future, faith in humanity." Uthando South Africa South Africa is a non-profit organisation while also being a truly unique Responsible Tourism Initiative based in Cape Town, South Africa. The mission of Uthando South Africa is to provide a platform and infrastructure to raise funds from individuals, groups and organisations who have an interest in the region. The money generated supports a broad range of grass roots, community based, sustainable, innovative and empowerment projects with substantial and enduring value to the most destitute and marginalized communities in South Africa. |
| Volunteer Africa 32? South: Wild Coast Community Schools Programme +27 (0) 43 738 5523 |
Activity | Chintsa East, Wild Coast |
N/A | Volunteer Africa 32° South (VA32) is a volunteer and working holidays organization based on the East Coast of South Africa, the organization focuses on education conservation and humanitarian issues in the local area. |
| White Shark Projects CC +27 (0) 28 3841774 |
Activity | 16 Geelbek Street, Kleinbaai, 7220, South Africa |
R1350 | White Shark Projects CC has been established in 1989 and is a world-leading organization that focuses on the conservation of great white sharks through responsible tourism and research. We are involved in conservation, film, education, diving and viewing. This company is Fair Trade Accredited in SA - and also the Winner of the Imvelo Award for Responsible Tourism in 2008. |
| Zunckel Ecological & Environmental Services +27(0)33 343 1739 |
Consultancy | 7 Annthia Road, HILTON, 3245 |
R600/hour | Zunckel Ecological & Environmental Services is a consultancy specialising in four broad areas, namely: Specialist Ecological and Biodiversity Assessments; Wildlife and Protected Area Management Planning; Integrated Environmental Management; and Responsible Tourism Consulting. Our client base is broad, extending to all spheres of government, NGOs, the corporate sector and private landowners within southern Africa. |
