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At Africa’s southern edge, fynbos-covered hills give way to vineyard valleys and, further inland, to bushveld plains where elephants roam and leopards laze in the trees.
South Africa is a travel experience as diverse as its landscapes. For safari-goers, the Greater Kruger region delivers vast, wildlife-rich reserves where you can track predators in the dawn cool or watch elephants wade through river crossings. Private concessions here add off-road freedom and an unrivalled level of intimacy. The Eastern Cape’s rewilded reserves provide malaria-free bush escapes with an edge of conservation storytelling – as do the super-accessible, wildlife-rich mountains of Waterberg.
Johannesburg, economic hub of the continent, is more than a stopover. It has become a cultural hub – its galleries, markets, and street art giving insight into the country’s evolving identity. The Cradle of human Kind, north of the city offers a window into our ancient past. Down south, Cape Town blends urban energy with dramatic natural spaces: Table Mountain for hiking or cable car rides, Boulders Beach for penguins, and Cape Point for windswept cliff walks. Just beyond lie the Winelands where vineyard tastings meet Africa’s finest cuisine.
Linking eastward, the Garden Route is a journey through forests, lagoons, and coastal villages, with detours for whale-watching, bungee jumps, craft beer or tranquil beach time.
South Africa is a country that rewards curiosity—whether you’re sipping pinotage, tracking leopards, or exploring township heritage tours. This country doesn’t package its experiences neatly; it invites you to weave them together into something personal, layered, and unforgettable.
Why Choose South Africa:
WildEarths SafariLIVE Destination
For 17 years WildEarth has followed the daily lives of leopards, lions, elephants, and more through live broadcasts from South Africa’s premier reserves
Close Leopard Encounters
South Africa is renowned as one of the best places in the world to see and follow leopards, especially in the Sabi Sand.
Fynbos Biome
The Cape Floristic Region holds one of the richest floral kingdoms on earth, a rare safari setting where big game shares space with endemic plants and coastal wildlife.
Desert Kalahari
A wilderness where black-maned lions, cheetah, and meerkats thrive in red-dune landscapes
Your Next South Africa Safari
These South Africa safaris offer a glimpse of what is possible. When you're ready, we’ll help you design your own.
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Safari, Wines, and Waterfalls
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Explore the Best of What South Africa Has to Offer
South Africa Safari Destinations
Explore the Best of What South Africa Has to Offer
Sabi Sand
Where icons of the wild walk unseen paths, where regal leopards shape a living legacy.
Kalahari
Where icons of the wild walk unseen paths, where regal leopards shape a living legacy.
Eastern Cape
Where intimate safaris reveal the wild in delicate traces across hills and rivers.
Johannesburg
A restless metropolis alive with art, history and electric possibility, South Africa’s ever-evolving hub where luxury meets legacy and creativity thrives.
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When to Visit South Africa
May to September
Cool, dry winter months bring exceptional game viewing in Kruger and the private reserves. Sparse vegetation makes predators easier to spot, and animals gather around waterholes, creating classic safari conditions.
October to March
Warmer summer months transform the bush into a green, vibrant landscape. Perfect for combining safari with Cape Town, the Winelands, and the Garden Route, where the Mediterranean climate is at its best.
June to November (Coast)
Southern right whales arrive along the Cape Whale Coast, breaching close to shore. This season adds a spectacular marine dimension to any safari journey.
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Why Travel With WildEarth
Travel with Impact
A portion of your safari investment goes to the WildEarth Impact Foundation, ensuring Africa’s wildlife and wild places are not only seen but safeguarded through powerful storytelling, conservation awareness, and direct support for environmental needs.
Guided by Trusted Experts
Our guides are more than guides, they’re storytellers, educators, and conservationists who have spent years in Africa’s wild spaces.
Small Groups
With no more than six guests, every safari remains personal, unhurried, and tailored for allowing for deeper engagement and personal experiences.
Exceptional Experiences
Journeys designed to include unique opportunities – from rhino conservation activities and cheetah tracking to scenic hot air balloon safaris.
Every Detail Considered
Your journey begins with a personal bon voyage call, an opportunity to answer questions, offer guidance, and ensure you’re fully prepared. From that moment, every detail is managed with care, from tailored logistics to special touches along the way. While you’re travelling, our team is available 24 hours a day for support, wherever you are in Africa.
Meet Our Expert Private Guides
Our guides aren’t just familiar WildEarth faces. They're highly skilled guides, with years of experience tracking, interpreting, and sharing the wonders of the wild.
Plan Your South Africa Safari
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