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A city founded on gold-mining, it’s no surprise that Johannesburg is a center of economic wealth. However, the success of Johannesburg not only lies in commerce, but in culture as well. Despite being set in a Savannah, a trip to Johannesburg will bring you to one of the world’s largest urban forests. Stark contrasts lie between neighbourhoods where the rich live in high-security compounds while the poor live in undesirable homes. With a population so diverse in background and affluence, there is no dominative language, though English is a common language. So what is Johannesburg? A city of contradictions. A trip to Johannesburg will show you the two sides of South Africa: urban and natural.

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Anonymous | Traveled in October
Stunning scenery, views and wildlife

We opted to do this over hiking Mt Kilimanjaro. So glad we did. I loved the variety of the wildlife and the hiking. The terrain was excellent with a good amount of challenge. Clifford our guide was fabulous. He pointed out the wildlife, gave us interesting information on all sorts of things and led our walks managing a range of abilities and speeds. We loved the trip and had an awesome time. Would highly recommend it to anyone.

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Alan L. | Traveled in September

Good mixture of things in the tour, less of the tourist african tribe stuff and more of the safari. A lot of the history was repeated between the two local guides.

Essence of South Africa
Anonymous | Traveled in September

This trip was everything we hoped for and more. The itinerary was fast paced and sometimes meant a lot of time on the bus, but it was worth it to be able to see and do so much. I'd recommend this trip to everyone.

Sea, Safari, South Africa
Anonymous | Traveled in September

We had great and unique lodging and food, great excursions, and knowledgeable guides and leaders! Overall we were well cared for and shown a good time. A few of the days we were stuck on the bus or van for almost all of the day, and while there were brief stops to break this up it still felt like we were seeing South Africa from afar instead of experiencing it on these days. If there is a way to tweak the schedule for less bus time that would improve this tour.

Sea, Safari, South Africa
Anonymous | Traveled in September

The trip was amazing was incredible and really knowledgeable about his home. All the game drivers were lovely and had amazing knowledge as well! The downfalls, basically the whole trip were add ons. Not alot was included, eswatini dinner was frustrating as we had no other option so we had to buy dinner there and believe it should have been included.

Sea, Safari, South Africa
Dennis P. | Traveled in September

Although some of the bus rides between attractions can be lengthy, they are well worth it. Our tour guide was the best we've had on any tour, giving us details about all aspects of the areas we passed through, including the culture, geography, economy, and nature of each region. From the animals in Kruger National Park to Table Mountain in Cape Town to beaches and beautiful hotels, this was one of our best trips ever.

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Johannesburg — Tour Highlights and Travel Tips

Travel Highlights

  • To learn the history of Johannesburg and SA, the Apartheid Museum is unmissable.
  • Constitution Hill is key attraction to visit in Johannesburg, where Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi were once held.
  • Maboneng is the hip neighbourhood right now and Arts on Main is an up-and-coming art center come Sunday Market.
  • Mary Fitzgerald Square, and the adjacent Jazz Walk of Fame, is the place to start exploring central Johannesburg.
  • The Carlton Center is the tallest building in Africa. Shop on the lower floors or shoot up to the top for the observation deck.
  • The City Hall is a beautiful example of colonial architecture.
  • Get active and head to Zoo Lake where you can run, paddle and row your way around the busy park.

 

Travel Tips

  • You can holiday in Johannesburg at any time of year, thanks to a great climate. Though summer months of December and January are especially beautiful.
  • Beware of petty crime and avoid walking alone or in small groups at night time.
  • Tourists are recommended to drink bottled water, though tap water is safe.
  • If you plan to visit townships such as Soweto, take a guided tour.
  • Using public transport isn’t recommended but tour buses, taxis and rental cars are all good options.

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