SOUTH AFRICA CULTURE

Seal Island

Seal Island is a small land mass located few kilometres off the northern beaches of False Bay, near Cape Town, in South Africa.

The island is so named because of the great number of Cape fur seals that occupy it.

It is home to seabirds and others species too flying there to breed .

The island is long and narrow. There is no vegetation and no beach.

The Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve

The Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is situated in Mpumalanga.

With legendary viewing points such as God’s Window, offers some of the most spectacular views in South Africa.

The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest in the world.

The panoramic splendour of the Blyde River Canyon makes it ideal for scenic drives and hiking trails.

You'll find more than 1000 species of flora in the reserve, birds and animal life is abundant. Spot eagle, the bald ibis which nests on the cliffs, and all five species of South African primates, including vervet and samango monkeys and baboons.

Kruger National Park

This world-renowned park of nearly 2 million hectares features 16 ecosystems.

Located in the North East part of South Africa, Kruger National Park is home to the ‘Big Five’ (Lion, Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard).

The park is home to 500 species of birds, around 2000 types of rare plants and a huge variety of wild animals.

There are many places such as luxury lodges, tented camps to stay inside the park.

Table Mountain

Is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa, and is featured in the Flag of Cape Town and is an insignia. It is a significant tourist attraction.

The famous Table Mountain, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, is the backdrop to this exceptional city.

You can witness an amazing view of the whole area.

The mountain forms part of the Table Mountain National Park...

Many visitors using the cableway or hiking

to the top.

Rock climbing on Table Mountain is a very popular pastime.

Hiking on Table Mountain is popular amongst locals and tourists.

The slopes of Table Mountain have many jeep tracks that allow mountain biking.

Cape Town

Is a coastal city in South Africa. It can be found at the very end of Africa where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Is the ‘Mother City’ which attracts travelers so much so that they choose it in their travel plans.

Cape Town is located on the shore of Table Bay. The city is famous for its harbour, for its natural setting in the Cape Floristic Region. Is the economic and cultural hub of the Cape Colony.