Activities abound in South Africa; each region offering something different for those looking for a more energetic and lively vacation.
World-famous for its great white shark cage diving, the country also offers slightly more subdued activities if this doesn't appeal to you.
Spend time enjoying the views from a helicopter, sample some of the local wines, or take to the sea for a bit of whale watching.
South Africa activity vacation ideas
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Franschhoek Wine Tram
This unique tram service runs from the historic Franschhoek Village and stops at some of South Africa's oldest and most renowned wine estates.
Oudtshoorn & Cango Caves Tour
This taster to the Karoo Desert is a beautiful place, not quite as harsh or barren as the Karoo, but still stark and impressive. The climate proved ideal for rearing ostriches, and thanks to the Victorian craze for ostrich feathers, the town of Oudtshoorn flourished.
Sailing & Sea Kayaking
There are a few outfits that offer sailing trips into Plettenberg Bay as well as sea kayaking. Apart from spectacular offshore coastal scenery, it is very likely that at some stage, a close encounter with the marine animals will occur so you can get very close to them.
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