South Africa is an incredibly diverse country, which has something for everyone. Beautifully set amongst rugged coastline, Cape Town seamlessly marries its troubled history with the high life. One minute we were learning about apartheid on a township tour, the next you’re sampling cocktails overlooking golden sands.

Kruger National Park is one of the premium safari destinations in the world. A self-drive safari in Kruger is one of the best wildlife experiences with great wildlife viewings and even better value.

In the east, KwaZulu Natal has pristine wetlands, excellent safari parks and, in the Drakensbergs, some of the finest hiking scenery in the world.