South Africa is such a large and diverse country filled with beautiful wildlife and distinct culture. To put it simply, travelling in South Africa has everything you want for a heavenly place to visit. You can find dry desert, subtropical woodlands, high mountains, modern cities, tons of amazing animals, and friendly, welcoming people. It won’t be enough to visit the country in just a day or two. Try spending few weeks exploring South Africa and have the best experience in your life. 

Recommended things to do when traveling South Africa

There are too many options when it comes to activities you can do while in South Africa but here are some of the most recommended:

Safari

Of course, this one cannot be skipped no matter what. South African safari is considered one of the best you can get. You can have safari at Phinda, a fifty six thousands acre of protected wilderness area located in KwaZulu-Natal provence of South Africa. You may encounter the great lions, families of elephants, playful zebras, cheetahs on the hunt, and more. 

Dare yourself to bungee jump or rope swing

Bungee jumping is for adrenaline junkies and if you are, try doing it during your visit in South Africa. Head to the Garden Route to leap from 709 foot high Bloukrans Bridge. You will be tied by a rubber band on your ankles and bouncing around freely. Or, have a big adrenaline rush by heading to the soccer stadium in Durban to try the world’s tallest rope swing. 

Having fun with the locals

Meeting the locals, you get the opportunity to learn more about their rich culture. And South Africa has one of the most diverse cultures to learn more about. Learn more about the way of living of the locals, the history of various landmarks, and admire beautiful arts. Have a conversation with the locals and show your respect and appreciation. 

Swimming with sharks

Another activity to get adrenaline rush is probably swimming with a bunch of sharks. Sharks hold notorious reputation for being the most feared sea animal. In South Africa, you can get closer to the great white sharks which can grow up to 7 meters long and weigh over 3,000kg. Head to the coast of Cape Town to experience cage diving and see white sharks up-close. 

Surfing

Surfing is recommended due to great surf conditions South Africa has. Rent a car and drive up the coast from Cape Town to Durban to stop at different surf spots along the way. The water is relatively cold and the waves are great for surfing. Another good thing is the lack of crowd. 

Kayaking and rafting

You can choose to do kayaking, rafting, or both. It’s fun to paddle kayaks past some of the most dangerous animals such as crocodiles, hippos, and bull sharks at the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Or, head to the Northern Cape for rafting down the Orange River also known as the winding river. You will pass along patches of thriving green vegetation.