South Africa, one of the best destinations for outdoor activities never fails to impress the adventure seeking tourist. There are a number of activity options for the adventure enthusiast ranging from safaris in national parks, hiking in the mountains, bungee jumping, paragliding, zip lining and many more.
Following brief talks about the outdoor activities offered under South Africa Tours in detail. They can be categorized broadly into three groups.
Exploring Mountains & Forests
Hiking
The adventure enthusiast can fulfill his dreams by hiking through the Drakensberg Mountains or the Table Mountain in Cape Town. There are several trails that offer a challenging hike ranging from the easy to the toughest. The bonus point of these hiking trails is the fantastic scenery and the breathtaking views. The whale trail is supposed to be the toughest of all.
Close encounters with the wild
There are three national parks that can be explored by the tourist and they include; the world famous Kruger National Park, Pilanesberg National Park and the Addo Elephant National Park. The national parks are endowed with varied wildlife and tourists can avail the walking safaris, game drives or even spend a thrilling night at the well-equipped lodge inside the park. Get the big thrill by coming close encounters with the leopards, lions, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes at the Kruger National Park or savor encounters with a rescued elephant herd at the Addo Elephant National Park.
Activities bringing the Adrenalin Rush
A South Africa Tour will never be complete without engaging in adrenalin pumping activities.
Zip lining
The thrill of soaring above your fellow mates and amidst some fantastic scenic views on a zip line has to be experienced to be believed.
Bungee Jumping
There are several spots for taking your bungee jumping plunge but that from Bloukrans Bridge is the best of all.
Quad Biking
You can also get your adrenalin rush by embarking on a guided quad biking trip.
Paragliding
The adventure enthusiast can paraglide and breathe in the beautiful views of Table Mountain and Cape Town from above.
Adventures on Water
There are several interesting water adventure activities that will never fail to engage the adventure tourist embarking on South Africa Tour. Some of them are:
White Water Rafting
There are several areas that offer a thrilling rafting experience. Two rivers known for this activity include the Breede River and the Orange River. You can also tackle the thrilling rapids on Umkomaas River.
Whale Watching
Tourists can avail of the boat tours from Gansbaai or Hermanus and come close encounters with the majestic whales during their migration season ranging from June to November.
Sea Kayaking & Surfing
The adventure enthusiast can embark on sea kayaking and spot top marine animals like the whale and dolphin. There are several surfing spots that can be availed on the South African coastline.
On a Summarizing Note
South Africa Tours offer a wide array of outdoor activities making it a favorite hotspot for the adventure tourist. Each tourist is bound to get a never-to-forget experience irrespective of whether he is interested in exploring the mountains, forests or the seas.
