Splendid South Africa

The lions and giraffes are fascinating, but the important social and political lessons will make an even bigger impression.

Standing in Nelson Mandela's former home - and the tiny cell where he spent 18 of his 27 years in prison - adds powerful context to his fight for democracy and reconciliation. As you explore South Africa's cultural diversity, remarkable wildlife and natural landmarks, you'll begin to understand the story of an entire continent.

Places that would interest in SOUTH AFRICA

• Visit the jail cell of former political prisoner Nelson Mandela at Robben Island outside of Cape Town as well as The Apartheid Museum
• Go on a game drive and learn about wildlife-human interactions
• Visit the spectacular Cango Caves for the general tour or the thrill of the adventure tour, to learn about stalactites and stalagmites; a working ostrich farm which includes riding on an ostrich and not to be missed, the Cango Wildlife Ranch to study crocs, the Big Cats and much more.
• A ferry ride to Featherbed Nature Reserve at the Knysna Heads that includes a fauna and flora study and a short hike, Knysna Elephant National Park to learn about these gentle giants, Wolf Sanctuary to gain an understanding of the exploitation of this species, an obstacle course through an indigenous forest.

• Learn about the deplorable past of Cape Town, 'The Mother City', and also the 'Gateway to Africa'. Not missing on Cape Floral Kingdom, the richest plant kingdom in the world. Heaven for all the adventures too: mountain biking, hikes, water sports, rock climbing, Shark cage diving,Whale watching ,abseiling and tobogganing.
• A visit the Cradle of Humankind – where scientists say it all began. Tour of the Sterkfontein Caves where 'Mrs Ples' and 'Little Foot' were discovered and Maropeng, Setswana for 'returning to the place of origin', for a hands on experience of what it means to be human.