Cultural

A Darling of a town

The annual Darling Wildflower Show is a highlight on the West Coast town’s calendar. Its most famous resident is satirist Pieter-Dirk Uys. more
Water furrows of the Karoo

Water is the most precious asset of the Karoo, South Africa’s semi-desert heartland. And when you find a Karoo town with water furrows, stop awhile and listen... more
The Nizamiye Turkish Masjid, Midrand

A smaller replica of Turkey’s famous Selimiye Camii mosque, the Nizamiye Turkish Masjid in Midrand makes for a fascinating visit. more
The Zulu Reed Dance

The Zulu Reed Dance is a highly anticipated annual event. The entire community gathers to support the young Zulu girls in this celebration of their culture. more

More about Cultural

Museum Africa

Museum Africa, in Johannesburg's Newtown Cultural District, features cultural, historic and artistic exhibits sourced from across Southern Africa. more

!Khwa ttu San culture and education centre

Discover the culture and heritage of the San people, renowned for their tracking, rock art, spirituality and egalitarian, eco-sensitive society. more

The best of South Africa

Explore the best of South Africa and enjoy its spectacular scenery, unique history and culture, abundant wildlife and a wide range of adventure activities on offer. more

Value for Money Establishments

1San Parks Accommodation

For some of the best accommodation deals around, the South African National Parks Board establishments in 20 national game parks is a good bet.

2Bed & Breakfasts

South Africa boasts a wealth of bed and breakfasts in both cities and rural areas. These B&B’s offer excellent value-for-money.

3Farm Stays

Stay on a working farm in South Africa. Farm Stays offer great value-for-money and give travellers the opportunity to mix with local folk.

4Self-Catering Accommodation

From beach houses to bush chalets, there is loads of self-catering accommodation available - ideal for the independent traveller.

5Guest Houses

There are a large number of guest houses all over South Africa, usually offering better deals than higher-priced city hotels.

6Township Stays

Township stays offer fantastic value. The warm welcome, hospitality and local experiences you’ll get are priceless.

7Holiday Inn Garden Court

The Holiday Inn Garden Court brand can be found in all our major cities offer good facilities, well-priced accommodation and helpful service.

8Formula One

Formula One hotels are a convenient, one-stop, no-frills option at competitive prices.

9Backpackers Lodges

From shoe-string to semi-luxurious, backpackers lodges are a fun, communal option for the price-conscious traveller.

10Home Stays

Know someone, who knows someone? Okay, these may be a little harder to find. But get it right, and you’re one of the family from the get-go.

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Raymond Rampolokeng, owner of Bay of Grace Tours, is part of the So We Too initiative.
Local artist from Almeida township