You will quickly get the sense that South Africans adore their land and want to make sure you enjoy every moment of your stay. The country's modern infrastructure will provide you with the convenience you are accustomed to and the year-round temperate climate makes it easy to travel anytime. After you experience South Africa's spectacular wildlife, meet its culturally diverse people and its incredible natural beauty, memories of your journey will linger on for years to come. Not counting the scores of parks and protected lands, South Africa operates seventeen national parks. The best ways to explore them is with a hired guide or on a self-drive basis.
Some parks also offer organized game drives and hikes.
Accommodations can range from reasonably priced cottages, chalets or guest houses to comfortable tented camps. South Africa also boasts a number of outstanding private game reserves. Many also offer day or night open vehicle game drives, as well as walking safaris guided by experienced trackers. These beautifully restored trains consist of up to nineteen coaches which can be drawn by either Steam, Diesel or Electric locomotives operating at various stages of the journey. The wagonlits or sleepers, as well as the observation and dining cars have been splendidly refurbished in the style of the period but with an eye for modern comfort.