South Africa 'is a mercurial destination'

One thing that people who are planning to take a luxury holiday in South Africa can guarantee is variety, according to tourism officials.

They believe that diversity is the key to a great vacation and the country has plenty of different activities and experiences to offer.

First and foremost, South Africa is famous for its top quality safari trips, with the Kruger National Park being a particular highlight. Aside from this, the nation is ideal for people who want a beach holiday, as the Western Cape is renowned for its beautiful coastline.

For those seeking a more cultural experience, the bustling city of Johannesburg is an intriguing location, as is the cosmopolitan metropolis of Cape Town.

"South Africa is mercurial in nature, one moment you'll be exploring the origins of ancient man, the next you're cage-diving with great white sharks," a tourism representative noted.

Although it is a year-round destination, South Africa has proven particularly popular in recent months, with the hot summer climate attracting people to landmarks such as Table Mountain.