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Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland

South Africa is the most popular kid on the block in Africa and it’s easy to see why. The southern end of Africa teems with adventure: hike, bike and fly amid craggy peaks and open plains, catch a tantalising glimpse of streakily painted zebras in the savanna, encounter the vibrant cultures of San, Khoikhoi, Zulu and Xhosa. And when you’re ready for the high life, tour the vineyards or live it up in cities bursting with food, wine and culture.

Tickle Your Tastebuds Рtake our insider tips for the best restaurants, wineries, caf̩s and bars.

Unravel The Past – in-depth coverage of the region’s eventful history.

Get Active – handpicked listings so you know where to surf, dive, horse ride, sail, bike, hike and fly.

Be The Expert – know your impala from your steenbok with our wildlife special section.

Travel Safely – we keep you worded up on the scams, health issues and no-go areas.

Adventuring in Southern Africa: The Great Safaris and Wildlife Parks of Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, South Africa, Malawi, Lesotho, and Swaziland

Southern Africa - long famous for the oldest and best-managed game parks on the continent - is becoming increasingly popular as an adventure travel destination. In the 1990s the number of visitors to the region nearly doubled, to more than 6.5 million tourists per year, as adventure travelers abandoned traditional safari sites in Kenya and Tanzania for the world-class national parks of Botswana and Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia. Favorable political changes have inspired an increase in tourism to South Africa, and the pristine wilderness areas in the smaller nations of Malawi, Lesotho, and Swaziland have become favorites with budget travelers in search of adventure well off the beaten track.
Adventuring in Southern Africa is a comprehensive guide to the geography, culture, natural history, and adventure opportunities in these eight countries, including:
The legendary areas of Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta, the Zambezi River, Etosha, and Kruger National Park
The classic safari as well as unconventional car, hiking, rafting, and canoe trips
The nuts and bolts of how to plan a trip, including what to pack, how to adjust to local customs, what documents to take, and safari etiquette
A full range of travel styles, from luxury tours to independent budget travel
How to stay healthy while traveling in Africa
With appendices listing safari tour operators and conservation groups, as well as a helpful safari bibliography, Adventuring in Southern Africa is an essential tool for anyone planning a trip to this spectacular and still unspoiled part of the world.

South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland Map by Cartographia (Michelin National Maps)

Folded road and travel map in color. Scale 1:2,100,000. Distinguishes roads ranging from motorways to other roads. Legend includes toll roads, mountains, passes, railways, shipping routes, frontier crossings, national parks, nature reserves, scenic routes, bungalows, camping sites, World Heritage Site, fortresses, castles, forts, historic monuments, caves, touristic sites, interesting natural features, waterfalls, spas, beaches, international airports, airfields. Includes inset map of Cape Peninsula and Durban and surroundings. Extensive index on reverse of map.

The Rough Guide to South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland 4 (Rough Guide Travel Guides)

Now in its 4th edition this Rough Guide has been fully updated and revised. Its 16-page full-colour section introduces the authorÂ’s highlights, from the mysterious Drakensberg mountains to the winelands of the western cape, to whale watching on the southern Cape Coast and pony trekking in Lesotho. A 16pp full-colour field guide provides a quick reference for identifying wildlife in the region. Throughout, there are discerning reviews of all the best places to stay, eat and drink - to suit any budget. Finally, the Contexts section provides an authoritative background on the country''s history, wildlife, literature and music.

Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland (Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland)

Few destinations offer such bewildering diversity as the great continent's mesmerising expanses, unlock the secret of South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland with this essential guide.

• over 100 detailed, accurate maps
• packed with places of interest
• practical advice on staying safe and healthy
• special section on the Cape wineries – where and how to sample some of the world's finest wines
• Kruger National Park – an entire chapter devoted to one of the best national parks in the world
• special colour wildlife guide to help you spot the Big Five and more

Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland (Lonely Planet Travel Atlas)

With coverage ranging from the surf scene to historic vineyards to trekking the Drakensberg, this is the definitive guide to South Africa. The book contains a 32-page full-color safari guide, extensive coverage of national parks, and hundreds of recommendations on where to stay and eat. Also featured are Afrikaans and tribal language sections and 95 thoroughly updated maps.

Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland

Cosmopolitan Cape Town and exuberant Soweto, rugged coastlines and Drakensberg peaks, Winelands and grassy velds - discover the manifold delights of South Africa and the mountain kingdoms of Lesotho and Swaziland with this inspiring guide. Set out on a safari through the region's rainbow of cultures, landscapes, wildlife and sights - let Lonely Planet take you there.

• EYEBALL AN ELEPHANT - our full-color wildlife guide is your essential animal-spotting companion
• MOVE TO THE GROOVE - dedicated music chapter gives you the lowdown on the thriving music scene
• REST EASY - camp site, B&B, hostel or luxurious lodge, whatever your preference, we've got it covered
• HIT THE ROAD using our detailed maps, including customized itineraries maps and full-color country map
• TALK THE TALK - our language chapter, covering 11 local languages, will have you chatting with the locals

Lesotho Map by ITMB

Folded road and travel map in color. Scale 1:350,000. Distinguishes roads ranging from paved roads to tracks (4 wheel drive). Legend includes railway with stations, bordercrossings, border control points, airports (tarred runway), airstrips, hospitals, clinics, outstations, museums, hotels, lodges or rest houses, sites of battle, points of interest. Includes inset map of Maseru.

Lonely Planet South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland

This guide contains up-to-date information on the culture, politics, and history of the area, plus a wealth of accommodation, restaurant, and transportation options designed to suit a wide range of budgets, itinerary suggestions, a 32-page color safari guide and full coverage of national parks and game reserves. 105 maps. in color.

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