DK South Africa

Make your trip to South Africa extraordinary

Elephant encounters on a safari. Wine tasting in the Winelands. Hiking Table Mountain. South Africa offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.

Our updated guide brings South Africa to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and neighbourhoods.

You'll discover:

- our pick of South Africa’s must-sees and top experiences
- a unique guide to the terrain, habitats, flora and fauna of South Africa
- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of South Africa
- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy
- easy-to-follow itineraries
- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
- colour-coded chapters to each part of South Africa
- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

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