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Capital

Pretoria

Population

59.308.690

Language

Zulu, XH, Afrikaans, English

UNESCO Heritage Sites

Travel indices

Scores based on real data from 0-100

Travel indices

Tourism

91/100

Tourist infrastructure and attractions. Based on number of attractions, quality of services, and visitor facilities.

Safety

45/100

Level of safety for tourists. Based on crime statistics, political stability, and personal security.

Travel Cost

65/100

Average travel cost index. Based on accommodation, food, transport, and activities. Lower score = more economical.

Transport

85/100

Quality of the transport system. Based on public transport, road infrastructure, and mobility options.

Internet

80/100

Quality and availability of internet connection. Based on broadband speed and public WiFi coverage.

Kindness

82/100

Hospitality towards foreign tourists. Based on traveler surveys and social behavior studies.

Environment

85/100

Environmental quality and sustainability. Based on air quality, waste management, and green policies.

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Explore Regions of South Africa

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9 regions

30 cities

27 attractions

Eastern Cape

Eastern Cape offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in South Africa.

Capital: Bhisho

Temperate

Free State

Free State offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in South Africa.

Capital: Bloemfontein

Temperate

Gauteng

Gauteng offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in South Africa.

Capital: Johannesburg

Temperate

KwaZulu-Natal

KwaZulu-Natal offers distinctive landscapes, culture and experiences in South Africa.

Capital: Pietermaritzburg

Temperate

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Plan10 days · Cape + safari
South Africa in 10 days
South Africa in 10 days: Cape Town, Garden Route or winelands, and safari (Kruger or a nearby reserve). A realistic route with one flight.
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About 7 days covers a first visit. Add more if you want to combine several regions.

Start with the featured regions and top-rated cities on this guide. Mix coast and inland if you have time.

It depends on region and style. Check budgets on this guide.

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Safety rated 45/100. Use normal urban precautions.

45Safety
65Affordable

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