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1. Enjoy the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, with a vibrant nightlife and a trip to Robben Island to see where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years
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2. Spot the big 5 (lion, buffalo, rhino, leopard and elephant) in Kruger National Park. Kruger doesn’t stop there though, it also boasts cheetahs, zebras and giraffes
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3. Drive the Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, taking in deserted beaches, scenic roads and vibrant beach towns to settle down for dinner
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4. Go whale watching in Hermanus on the south coast. Watch them fluke their tails and breach the water completely from the comfort of the cliffs
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5. Relax in the wine making region of Stellenbosch with a glass of cold Cabernet Sauvignon, sitting overlooking the green vineyards
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6. As well as the eponymous elephants, Addo Elephant National Park is a great place to view the endangered black rhino in the beautiful scenery of this coastal reserve
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7. The striking Drakensberg Mountains are the perfect spot to discover the great outdoors. Horse ride, mountain bike or just hike the grassy trails of the area
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8. Take to the waves in the surf town of Mossel Bay. From beginners to seasoned pros, there’s a wave for everyone here as well as fantastic surf schools to start you off
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9. If you’re feeling daring, travel to Gansbaai, one of the best places in the world to cage dive with great white sharks
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