South Africa

This 2nd edition Fodor's Gold Guide is ideal for travelers to South Africa, who want to experience fully the flavors, sights, and sounds of their destination. A-to-Z listings of important contacts and travel tips, detailed maps with bullets pinpointing hotels and restaurants, background essays, and a comprehensive index make the perfect travel package.

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The best guide to South Africa, packed with essentials
Gorgeous beaches, spring wildflowers, mountain hikes, white-water adventures, amazing wildlife encounters
African crafts, picturesque wine routes, traditional tribal villages, Cape Dutch colonial architectureWhere to stay and eat, no matter what your budget
Out of Africa lodges, Zulu home-stays, big-city luxury, dune-side chalets, Winelands B Bs, rustic wilderness camps
Country bistros, curry shops, tea terraces, African-food cafe s, seaside braais (barbecues), an oyster-tasting tavern

Fresh, thorough, practical -- off and on the beaten path
Costs, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousands
All reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents

26 pages of maps, 23 vacation itineraries, and more

City walking toursBig Game Adventures miniguideImportant contacts, smart travel tipsPleasures Pastimes, don't-miss activitiesNew NoteworthyFestivalsBackground essays, further reading, videos to watchComplete index