Africa Vacations

Africa vacations bring a true sense of adventure, and for those with an interest in exotic places, extraordinary wildlife, lush landscapes, magnificent waterfalls, and untamed wilderness, there is no better place to go for a terrific vacation. Choosing among the African vacation destinations can be difficult, as there are numerous vacation packages available from luxury accommodations in Kruger National Park to the tropical waters and coral reefs surrounding Benquerra Island part of the Bazaruto Archipelago.

Kruger National Park, one of the continent’s largest game reserves, is located in the northeastern part of South Africa, near Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Here, vacationers can plan safari vacations that include luxury accommodations, guided tours, and wildlife viewing in the Sabi Sands Reserve within the park. Safaris can include guided tours of Kruger National Park or guests can rent a private vehicle and visit areas on their own.

Other safari vacations locations to consider are Karoo National Park, Madikwe Game Reserve, and the Zululand safari in South Africa, as well as the Moremi Game Reserve and Chobe National Park, both in the Okavango Delta of Botswana, and Serengeti National Park in Tanzania.

There is much to see and do on Africa vacations in addition the wildlife, however, as the continent’s natural wonders are simply stunning. Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall in the world, is on the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe, and this sight alone draws visitors to Africa, whether they’re planning unique luxury vacations or simply looking to see one of the world’s wonders.

Africa vacations, with their history, culture, and beautiful scenery, provide the perfect backdrop for honeymoons, and there’s no shortage of things to do. Trips to South Africa allow couples to choose among touring the lush countryside of the Western Cape Garden Route, relaxing on the sun-drenched beaches of Port Elizabeth, or booking one of the unique safari vacations available in South Africa.

Around the continent, the array of accommodations for couples celebrating destination weddings or honeymoons include a choice of private suites, elegant lodges, villas in Kruger National Park, and—if you’re adding other destinations to your itinerary—secluded private homes and guesthouses along the Zambezi River near spectacular Victoria Falls.

Trips to South Africa cities in the Western Cape region provide an exceptional opportunity for vacationers to visit the country’s famous winelands and tour local vineyards that include wine tasting. The Muratie Estate and Delheim winery, Cabriere, and Groot Constantia Estate are several wineries providing tours, and the towns of Franschoek and Stellenbosch are beautiful places to stay. Scuba diving near Cape Town, shopping at the luxury upscale location of Clifton, or lounging on South Beach along the Golden Mile area of Durban are other great activities to consider.

A favorite city is Johannesburg known for its lively casinos. You can choose poker, blackjack, and roulette at the Gold Reef open 24 hours a day or Montecasino with 1700 slot machines and gaming tables for baccarat, blackjack, and poker. For even more action, Market Gardens, Barney’s, and Saratoga provide more gaming options and Club Egoli Salon Prive is for high rollers.

If you’d like to see a lot of the countryside without making multiple transportation arrangements, consider the train. Two luxury transportation options for trips to South Africa are the Blue Train and Rovos Rails. The Blue Train has itineraries stopping in Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Nelspruit, and other destinations, with comfortable suites fitted with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, TV, and phone. Guests have the services of a butler and fine dining. Rovos Rails are elegant, restored train cars touting their original Victorian elegance in luxury suites, baths, and private lounge and travel throughout the Western Cape to the North and West regions.