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Best time to be there

October to May is the best time to visit the Cape. Game viewing is better during the drier months of April to September. The wildflower season is generally from mid August to mid September. The whale watching season runs from June to November.

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Cape Town/Johannesburg

flying time

11 hours 30 minutes/10 hours 30 minutes non-stop

time difference

GMT +2 hours

Visas

Not required for UK passport holders

Health Requirements

Yellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area




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It's not every day that I get to have lunch with a family of mountain gorillas. But then, the Gorilla Forest Camp in Bwindi, Uganda, is full of unusual visits from delightful and surprising guests. I had just finished the remains of my picnic lunch... Read more...

Johannesburg & Gauteng Holidays

Following the discovery of gold in 1886, the birth of Johannesburg began. In recent years, downtown Johannesburg has undergone a rejuvenation programme,
with gleaming skyscrapers contrasting with local markets. In order to get a better understanding of South Africa's apartheid era, a visit to Soweto is a must on any visit to Johannesburg. Home to over two million people, excursions will take you to some of the places that changed the future of South Africa.

Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa. Known as the 'Jacaranda City', the tree-lined avenues are transformed in a vision of mauve
during the spring. It is also the starting place for some of the greatest and most luxurious train journeys in the world - The Blue Train and Rovos Rail.

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Suggested Johannesburg & Gauteng accommodation

illyria house south africa pretoria 

Illyria House  

A wonderful property with sweeping views across the treetops of the historical Jacaranda City. Enjoy being pampered in the romantic ambience of the elegant Illyria House, surrounded by a collection of fine antiques...

saxon south africa johannesburg 

The Saxon

Nestled in the exclusive tree lined suburb of Sandhurst, a stones throw from the busy Sandton district, The Saxon is an international award winning hotel and spa and provides a real 'home-from-home' experience.

westliff south africa johannesburg 

The Westcliff

Located in one of Johannesburg's most exclusive suburbs and situated on an enclosed private estate, The Westcliff benefits from its hillside setting with cascading, sculpted gardens and magnificent views.