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SOUTH AFRICA HOLIDAYS

What will you combine your safari with?

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CAPE TOWN

Climb table mountain, spot penguins, take
a boat to Robben Island, enjoy a sunset beach
stroll, visit the Cape of Good Hope ...

There's so much to do. See our Cape Town guide.

Bush picnic at sunset

SOUTH AFRICA SAFARIS

Spot the Big Five before
the sun comes up.

See our South Africa wildlife guide.

When To Go To South Africa

South Africa is a year round destination so deciding when to visit depends on your interests and what you are looking for from your holiday. We offer a guide on when to visit below. It's also worth noting that prices often fluctuate depending on weather so, adding everything up, you may find that visiting South Africa when it's a little cooler offers great value with only a few degrees less heat. For more detailed information, call one our travel consultants on 01273 923100. They will also be able to help you start planning your South Africa holiday today.

South Africa is a year-round destination. Seasons are the opposite to those in the UK with the hottest months from November to March (summer), and the coolest June to September (winter).

The temperature does vary across the country. The Western Cape including Cape Town and the Garden Route has a mediterranean climate with most rainfall in winter and plenty of sunshine and hot weather in summer. To the East of South Africa, including the Kruger, there tends to be sunshine year round. The summer is hot with short sharp rains and temperatues averaging 24°C. Winters are sunny and dry with temperatues averaging 19°C. Kwa-Zulu Natal has a sub-tropical climate with plenty of sunshine year round and temperatures averaging 23°C.

Self drive holidays along the garden route and in Kwa-Zulu Natal can be done throughout the year. Southern-Right whales can be seen off the Cape coasts from mid June to October, and humpback whales from May to December. Game-viewing in the Kruger is best between May & September when waterholes are the main source of water for the animals.

Call us now on 01273 923100 to find out more about the best time to visit South Africa or request a quote.

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South Africa Safari & Holiday Ideas to Inspire

Luxury South Africa Garden Route

15 days
Self-drive beautiful vineyards, mountains and near-deserts before heading to the Garden Route coast. Enjoy the finest food & wine mixed with stunning views. And then head out to the bush for a Big Five safari in the Amakhala Game Reserve.
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From £3,297pp
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Safari & Seychelles Special

14 days
Packed with unforgettable moments, enjoy thrilling Big 5 4x4 safaris all before heading to the Indian Ocean for some surf, sand and relaxation. This is one of our favourite safari and beach combos - for ultimate luxury and perfect experiences with amazing service.
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£5,244pp£3,994pp
Special OfferMay-June Offer

South Africa Family Cape to Cape

17 days
Explore the highlights of South Africa at your pace. Have lots of fun, get stuck in with some family activities, see some amazing sights and track the Big Five. Staying at brilliant family-friendly properties in a variety of amazing scenic locations. A holiday to create family memories to last a lifetime.
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£2,799pp£2,198pp
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These are just a few ideas. We have lots more up our sleeve. So let's chat about the best South Africa Safari or Holiday for you, call 01273 923100 now. Or if you can't speak right now, drop us an email, holidays@sundownerholidays.co.uk

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We can help you get your South Africa safari or holiday spot-on. It will cost you no more than booking direct. And we have tonnes of ideas and know the ins and outs. What are you waiting for?
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We have just arrived back after the most incredible road trip around South Africa. Jo organised everything perfectly for us, we didn’t want to come home. We would even go to say it was our best ever holiday and we have been to some lovely destinations. The whole holiday was just perfect in every way.

Cheryl GalloSouth Africa

This was a holiday of a lifetime.  Apart from the financial investment, we invested a lot of hope in it.  It did not disappoint – everything worked from beginning to end. James designed an excellent itinerary which fully catered for our needs. Satisfying an age range 15-51 is no mean feat and all 6 of us had a great time.

The Chain FamilySouth Africa

From the minute we checked in at the Emirates desk to the minute we landed back in the UK, everything was perfect. Our accommodation was WOW, our transfer drivers and trips were WOW. I don’t want to share where we stayed because they were so special and if we want to go back, I don’t want to find them unavailable!!!

Brenda DouglasSouth Africa

We loved the safari in Zambia. Such brilliant, friendly guides. The diving at Thonga was another favourite because of the colours and variety of sea life. All in all, it was a great fun, exciting, informative and relaxing holiday.

Isaac TilneyZambia & South Africa

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Northern Tanzania Safari and Beach

£4,186ppSave £234pp : £3,952pp

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£3,184ppMay-June : £2,700pp

Family Zambia and Lake Malawi in Style

£5,794ppSave £3,180 : £4,999pp

Our Specialists

Name : Chelsie Garcia-Sierra

“I find that when travelling, I take on so many more challenges and do things I would never normally do, it makes me a bolder and braver person. I love making memories I will always treasure”

Name : Liam Kirkdale

“I love the freedom that travel brings, learning about the area, spending time with local people and exploring completely new places.”

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“Going away feeds my soul, I love finding places that make me want to stop for a moment and breathe it all in. It’s about creating memories that stand out in my mind, an escape from routine.”

Name : Clare Turner

“I love to travel so I can turn my imagination into reality, instead of thinking about how places might be, I want to see them as they truly are.”

Name : Victoria Pullar
Holidays allow me to re-balance myself, see the bigger picture and realise how lucky I am.
Name : Neil Cook
"I like to get into the depths of each country, wander around less-travelled towns, squash on to a local bus, breathe the whole country in."
Name : James O'Farrell
"For me, holidays are about experiences that broaden my mind mixed with relaxation by being in the perfect surroundings."

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Lovely people, memorable experiences. A great mix of physical exertion, exploring other cultures & finally relaxing in luxury. You designed this perfectly for all our family - no mean feat!
The Belkin Family Nepal
Best and most well organised trip ever been on. Every tour guide was superb! Incredible hotels and incredible staff. Guides and drivers at all the hotels were beyond expectation. We will be in touch for our next trip!
Mr & Mrs Clare India
Excellent holiday in every respect. Absolutely stunning safari location - great views over river. Didn't want for anything. Guide Chris was fantastic and fun to be around. Delicious food and staff even made us a happy honeymoon cake!  
Mr & Mrs Thomas Zambia

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