Located on the eastern coast of South Africa, just outside of the port city of Durban, Umhlanga Rocks, also referred to as Umhlanga, is a popular seaside resort town. The tropical weather and lush vegetation make this an enticing holiday destination attracting visitors from all over the world. Umhlanga and its surrounds feature golden-sand beaches stretching over 200 kilometres, endless sugarcane fields and the rolling verdant landscape of the Valley of 1000 Hills. It is the perfect location for ocean enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike, with great opportunities for diving, swimming, scuba diving, whale watching, dolphin viewing, deep sea fishing and kiteboarding. Don’t miss Umhlanga’s excellent golf courses; they are a real treat for the avid golfer.
Located in northern KwaZulu-Natal’s wildlife-rich Zululand, on the scenic Elephant Coast, Thanda Safari is one of Africa’s most luxurious Big Five private game reserves. Spanning approximately 16 500 hectares, this multi-award-winning reserve offers a range of exceptional accommodation options catering to all travellers. From dawn to dusk, expert guides take guests on safaris through golden grasslands, hidden river valleys, and rugged hills, bringing them exclusive close encounters with Africa’s legendary Big Five. Beyond its unforgettable safari experiences, Thanda Safari is distinguished by its deep connection to the Zulu people and their rich cultural heritage. Guests can also enjoy outstanding cuisine, boma and bush dinners under the African sky, relaxing spa treatments, hippo and crocodile cruises, and immersive wildlife experiences. As a proud member of Leading Hotels of the World, Thanda Safari promises an immersive, once-in-a-lifetime African experience that blends adventure, culture, and luxury.
Johannesburg is one of Africa’s largest and most vibrant cities. It is an economic powerhouse in Africa and the gateway to Southern Africa. This bustling city offers a wide range of activities, attractions and plenty to do in and around the city including nearby Pretoria. Downtown is a multi-cultural mixture of traditional medicine shops, Chinese restaurants, taxi ranks and ultra-modern skyscrapers. There are excellent museums, art galleries and organised tours of historical and political interest. The shopping is Southern Africa’s best and the many restaurants cater for all tastes. Soweto, a township steeped in history and a significant part of the Greater Johannesburg metropolitan area, is a popular tourist destination.
The southern area of South Africa’s most famous game reserve, the Kruger National Pak, is separated from lush farmland by the Crocodile River, a popular area to spot crocodiles, playful hippos and thirsty wildlife. The game viewing area is known as the ‘Southern Circle’ and is renowned for its rhinos and lions, with different prides boasting an array of different hunting techniques and behaviours to observe. Near the Hippo Pool, visitors can view ancient San rock paintings. The Southern Kruger offers incredible game-viewing opportunities and magnificent landscapes covered in African bushveld and savannah.
