As the country is located in the Southern Hemisphere, the seasons are reversed! The country is so vast that temperatures and the type of climate vary greatly from place to place. The advantage is that South Africa can be visited all year round!

The Cape Town and the wine route have a Mediterranean climate, in summer ( from December to March ) is hot and dry, autumn ( May and June ) and spring ( October and November ) are mild and sunny and winter ( from July to September ) is soft and moist. However, each season has its advantage, it is in winter that the whales migrate along the coasts. It is also the period of flowers.

The Kruger National Park has a subtropical climate. Game drives are enjoyable all year round with two distinct seasons: the rainy season ( from November to April ) and the dry season ( from May to October ). The rainy season is popular for watching newborns and birds. The dry season is the best time to see the "Big Five".

For more details, we invite you to read this article on our blog: " When to go to South Africa? ".

Kruger National Park: A must for your first visit to South Africa! This park is one of the largest animal parks in the world: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos roam freely there. We offer self-drive, 4x4 safaris with park rangers, on foot and even on horseback!

Hermanus: During the migration period (June to December), this small village located an hour's drive from Cape Town is the best place for whale watching from the cliffs, by boat and even by kayak!

Addo Elephant Park: This park is renowned for its elephant population and for its views of the Indian Ocean. We particularly recommend it for families as it is located in a malaria-free area.

Cape Town and its region: The vibrant city of Cape Town is more than a stopover and a destination in itself!

Visit the magnificent white sand beaches, climb Table Mountain or "Lion's Head".

Learn more about the history of the country and the legacy of Nelson Mandela, set off for "Robben Island", the island where he was imprisoned for more than 13 years. Discover the famous "Zeitz Mocca" museum, temple of modern African art.

Discover the Cape of Good Hope reserve via the scenic route to "Chapman's Peak". Stop along the way to visit the penguins and stroll through the small fishing village of "Simon's Town".

The Garden Route: This 750-kilometer route can be traveled by "self-drive" with fabulous stages such as "Hermanus" and its whales, "Knysna" and its lagoon, "Tsitsikamma" and its animals, "Oudtshoorn" and its ostriches and "Addo Elephant Park "and its safaris.

The Wine Route: Located an hour's drive from Cape Town, "Franschhoek", "Stellenbosch" and "Paarl" are the three towns that are home to the best vineyards in the country. Renowned for its gastronomy and sumptuous landscapes, the Wine Route is a stopover that can also be discovered with the family.

Durban and Umhlanga: Located in the province of "Kwazulu-Natal", on the coast of the "dolphins", this city with Indian influences is a surfer's paradise.

Lesotho and Drakensberg: These regions offer absolutely magical hiking trails. Notice to lovers of large spaces!

 

 

Good news, there is no specific vaccine required to travel to South Africa. The recommended vaccines are the same as in Europe.

If you are visiting the north of the country and its animal parks during the rainy period, we recommend that you consult your doctor for treatment to prevent malaria.

To travel to South Africa, you need a passport valid for at least 6 months after the return date and which has at least three blank pages.

For the French, Belgians and Swiss, no visa is needed for a trip of less than 90 days.

For more details, we invite you to read these articles on our blog: " Update on vaccines and malaria in South Africa "and" Currency in South Africa, travel budget and cost of living ".