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Most popular tourist attractions in South Africa.

South Africa is a beautiful country which offers worthwhile exploration opportunities for both local and international travelers. It boasts an abundance of incredible attractions to visit. South Africa has cracked the top ten of the world’s most beautiful countries to visit, according to a new ranking by online trip-planning company Rough Guides. According to Rough Guides, what voters love the most about South Africa is “the diversity, culture, landscape, wine, people and food.” 


Surprisingly, South Africa was the only African country to make the top 20.

Through exploring various attractions, one is able to gain a better understanding of the country’s rich history, as well as to take a closer look at its breathtaking natural beauty and diverse cultures. Here’s a look at some of South Africa’s recently voted most popular tourist attractions worth visiting by the Getaway Magazine’s Nomvelo Masango:


Kruger National Park


The iconic Kruger National Park is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the country and on the continent. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife and offers some of the best game viewing opportunities in the world. Tourists are attracted by a number of factors, including the Park’s massive size, the chance to view the Big Five, as well as the variety of game drives and thrilling walk safaris which are available. Our most popular tour is the 4-day Awesome Panorama Route & Kruger Park safari, see it here, and remember you can request us to customize it as you wish: https://www.amatungulu.com/awesome-panorama-kruger-safari. Most of our Kruger Park tours also include the Panorama Route.



Panorama Route


Before reaching Kruger National Park, you can travel through the scenic Panorama Route. It is located in Mpumalanga province, centered around the Blyde River Canyon, the world's third largest canyon. It features numerous waterfalls, one of the largest afforested areas in South Africa, and several natural landmarks.


Apartheid Museum


Located in Johannesburg, the Apartheid Museum is one of South Africa’s most important historical attractions. The popular museum affords visitors the opportunity to learn more about the country’s past, and specifically the Apartheid era.

Visiting the attraction presents the chance to travel down memory lane as you delve into how segregation took place based on race, language and even hair texture.

The museum boasts a number of interesting and informative exhibits. These include text panels, film footage and painful stories which expose the atrocities committed during the Apartheid era. This attraction stands not only as an informative reminder of the past, but also as a beacon of hope for all mankind.


Table Mountain


Table Mountain is popularly known for its flat  top appearance which resembles a table surface. Overlooking the Mother City, the popular attraction is a favorite among nature lovers and adventure seekers. It offers picturesque views, as well as some impressive flora and fauna. Tourists grace the natural wonder for a number of reasons. There is an opportunity to enjoy a memorable hike, or even an experience on the exciting cable way. Combine the best of Cape Town with the Garden Route with these tours: https://www.amatungulu.com/gardenroute and a more luxury safari: https://www.amatungulu.com/exclusive-garden-route-safari



Vilakazi Street


Soweto’s Vilakazi Street stands firm as one of South Africa’s most popular attractions. It is the only street in the world which can claim to have had two Nobel Laureates, Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, as residents. The street is rich in history and offers an authentic experience which oozes the energetic buzz of township life.

Amatungulu Tours offer a variety of trips varying from Johannesburg, Soweto and The Cradle of Humankind: https://www.amatungulu.com/gauteng-historical-tour



We hope to see you soon on a tour, email info@amatungulu.com for inquiries.

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