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SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA
overview
PLACES TO VISIT
Cape Town
Cape Winelands
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
WHERE TO STAY
Cape Town: Derwent House
Cape Winelands: Cape Vue
Sabi Sands: Lion Sands
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Cape Town/Cape Winelands: December – February
Safari: May – October (sparse vegetation, dry season)
How to get around
Uber or car rental. We used Cabs Car Hire.
LANGUAGE
Official Language: Zulu. English is widely spoken.
CURRENCY
South African Rand
who will love
SOUTH AFRICA
→ Foodies
→ Casual wine drinkers and serious wine connoisseurs
→ Outdoor enthusiasts
→ Animal/nature lovers
→ Thrill-seekers
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