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Johannesburg (Half Day)
Johannesburg is the economic center of the country, the capital of Gauteng province. The main offices of the leaders of the diamond and gold-bearing business, such as De Beers, Anglo-American Corporation, exchanges, offices of international companies and banks, are located here. But for all its business appearance Johannesburg is very interesting to tourists for its original combination of history and modernity. Urban landscapes are a whimsical mixture of 19th-century European architecture and a swarm of modern post-roeks. The city centre is a network of streets with modern high-rises made of concrete, glass and steel, among which is particularly the Carlton Center, the largest business centre, the tallest building on the African continent. Johannesburg is a city of contrasts, you’ll see for yourself!
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Soweto (Half Day)
Soweto is a group of townships on the southwestern outskirts of Johannesburg. Its name comes from the English abriviato (South Western Township). During apartheid, it was a place for the forced residence of the African population. The main construction in Soweto, which was created on the site of the former settlements (Pimvil, Orlando), was in the 1950s-1960s. Residents of the villages of the western part of Johannesburg were forcibly resettled there. In 2002, Soweto joined Johannesburg. Highlights: Vilakazi Street (the only street in the world where two Nobel laureates – N. Mandela and D. Tutu) lived; Nelson Mandela’s house-museum; the Hector Peterson Museum; the Orlando Tower; the Liberty Square; the Church of R. Mundi.
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Pretoria (Half Day)
Pretoria is the administrative capital of South Africa, home to the residence of the Presidency, as well as a large number of government agencies and diplomatic departments. Since 2005, the capital has been renamed Tswan. Today, Pretoria is only known as the old historical part of the city. Tswana is far from the world of business and finance, so the city still keeps the charms of a quiet and measured life. In general, it can be called the political, scientific, educational and cultural center of the country. This city is most beautiful when the Jacoronda trees bloom in October/November. But without it there are many interesting things: a lot of theaters, galleries, exhibition centers, universities, academies, as well as a large number of museums. The main attractions: Furtrekker Monument, Paul Kruger House Museum, Church Square, Union Building.
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Sammy Marx House Museum
Sammy Marx House Museum (Swartkoppis Hall) is a Victorian-style mansion once owned by local businessman and entrepreneur Sammy Marx, who has made a significant contribution to the development of the mining industry, various industries and agriculture in the country. He and his family lived in the house from 1885 to 1909, and then this house served as their summer house. After Marx’s death, his widow, children and grandchildren lived there until 1978. In 1980, the National Museum of History and Culture ku-saw relatives of Sammy Marx’s house with a plot and brought it to the museum with the full financial assistance of the Jewish billionaire M. Kaplan from Johannesburg. In 1986, the museum was opened. In 1989, the building was declared a national monument. The museum has a collection of headlights, paintings and silverware. There’s a big library. 98% of the museum’s exhibits originally belonged to the Marx family.
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Premier Diamond Mine
The Premier Diamond Mine is a 45-minute drive from Johannesburg, in the mining town of Cullinan. The town itself has retained the features and atmosphere of the early 20th century, this is especially reflected in the architecture. The “Premier” diamond mine is the third largest diamond in South Africa every year. This is a working mine-factory and, according to geologists, diamond mining here will continue for at least another 70 years. The “Premier” diamond mine is also the name of extremely rare blue diamonds. Mine gained its fame in 1905 thanks to the most pain-skined diamond in the world (3106 carats). Visitors are given the opportunity to go down to the mine itself to a depth of 780 meters, to walk through the plant; See the mine itself; Learn about the diamond mining process, their processing, use; and to purchase diamonds (including in the “Cullinan” (66 faceted) or jewelry at a local store.
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Gold Reef City (Midday)
The Gold Reef City theme park is one of the best amusement parks in all of South Africa. Located near the centre of Johannesburg and built in the style of a gold rush town, Gold Reef City offers the best for its visitors of different ages: a theme park; Various rides Museums; excursion to the old mine where gold ore was once mined; Demonstration of the manufacture of gold bars; Hotel; Restaurants Casino; Thousands of visitors visit Gold Reef City Park every year. There is everything to relax or get a splash of adrenaline, relax and learn a lot. The park is closed every Monday and Tuesday (except during the holidays).
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Lesedi Cultural Village
The Lesedi Cultural Village is a fascinating journey into the world, culture and traditions of various tribal peoples of South Africa, such as: zulu, Ndebele, Basutu, Khosa and Pedi. Guests are greeted by guests with greeting songs and dances, after which they are invited to a small cinema hall, where a 10-minute documentary is broadcast on the screen. After watching the film, the pro-rumble begins in the village. Guests are taken to the yard of each tribe, where they can not only compare the living conditions and way of life, but also participate in the management of the household, for example, cooking flour at the African hand mill. The cool nation of the performance is mesmerizing African dances to the loud beat of drums. Here you can stay for the night in one of the rooms of ote-la (category 3, 4, 5) built in the form of bungalows in the traditional African style, as well as taste the local cuisine in an authentic restaurant.
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Cradle of Humanity
The Cradle of Humanity is one of south Africa’s 8 World Heritage Sites. It is 50 km from Johannesburg. The area of the facility is 47,000 hectares. There are more than 200 limestone caves here, including a group of Sterkfontein caves where Robert Broome and John Robinson discovered the fossil remains of Australopithecus africanus 2.3 million years old in 1947. Sterkfontein Caves are six underground halls at a depth of more than 60 meters. The first caves began to form about 20-30 million years on-the-back. Over millions of years, bizarre arches, columns, stalagmites and stalactites have formed in the halls of caves. It is these people who are of value, first of all, by their history and the events that are associated with them. On December 7, 2005, South Africa’s pre-site tabo Mbeki opened a new Visitor Center, the Maropeng Interactive Museum, which is an integral part of the World Heritage Site, the Cradle of Humanity.
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Lion Park (Half Day)
Lion Park is located 50 km from Johannesburg. The reserve was opened in November 1966 by the world-famous mobile circus Chipperfields Circus. Soon Lion Park became one of the most visited places. It is home to several species of predators: lions, cheetahs, spotted and striped hyenas, wild dogs. Herbivores are much more of an animal: ostriches, giraffes, various types of antelopes, zebra, wildebeous and many others. Day safaris, night safaris, and an exclusive tour with Alex Larenty (the caretaker of the park, who has won fans around the world by giving their fearlessness during the interactive with lions) are held for the park’s web-goers. Guests of Lion Park have the opportunity to get acquainted with the habits of predators, observe the process of feeding them and feed the giraffes themselves, play with small lion cubs (from 3 to 6 months) and touch the graceful cheetah. Visitors to the park are equipped with a picnic area, a playground, a restaurant, a souvenir magician-zin, a photo center.
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“Rhino & Lion” (Full Day)
The Rhino and Lion Private Reserve is a 40-minute drive from Johannesburg. It is home to more than 30 species of wild animals, including a lion, a white rhino and a buffalo – representatives of the Great African Five. Herbivores are kept in conditions closest to the present wildlife. Visitors to the reserve will be pleasantly surprised by its considerable area and the number of animals located here: brown and white lions, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, ostriches, more than 20 species of antelopes and 100 species of birds. Here you are given an amazing opportunity to “squeeze” small lion cubs (from 3 to 6 months), white tig-reet (from 2 to 6 months), touch the graceful cheetah. Also, on the territory of the reserve is the stalactite/stalagmite cave “Miracle.” It was discovered by Italian miners in 1898 who arrived here hoping to find gold. It is the third largest cave in South Africa, after the caves of Kango and Sadwala.
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The Carnivore Restaurant (Half Day)
The Carnivore Restaurant is one of the most popular and well-known restaurants in all of South Africa. In 2008, the restaurant received the award for Best Traditional Restaurant and Best Tourist Restaurant. It is known by everyone who has ever been to South Africa and was looking for the best institution with exotic local cuisine and selection drinks. Travellers from all over the world come here to taste the most unusual meat dishes in unlimited quantities. It is in this restaurant on a huge fire in the middle of the guest room deliciously fried meat of wild animals. It is necessary to come here to taste the meat of zebra, ostrich, borada, various antelopes and crocodile. The hot meat is served with traditional African porridge – dads, salads and fresh bread. There is also a vegetarian menu. The cellar is famous for its wine cellar with the best African viands and a wide variety of other alcoholic beverages. Restaurant opening time: Lunch from 12:00 pm. Dinner from 18:00.
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Great Magaliesberg (Full Day)
Spend an amazing day in one of the most beautiful places near Johannesburg! Magaliesberg is a place with a relaxed atmosphere, a great destination for educational tourism. Magaliesberg will surely hit you with its beauty and give you a boost of positive energy! The area has plenty of attractions and interesting places to visit, such as: the African Elephant Sanctuary and the Galago Park; the Reptile Park; the Private Cheese Factory; the Funicular to the top of Mount Magaliesberg (1,380 meters); the zip line of the Magaliesberg Hills; A private mampur factory; a market for souvenirs; cafes and restaurants with live music; a hot air balloon lift and a flight over a valley with unique landscapes of hills and lakes.
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Pilanesberg Reserve (Full Day)
Pilanesberg National Park is located in the crater of an extinct volcano, at the territory of the intersection of two ecozones – part of the Kalahari Desert and the steppe. The reserve is bordered by the famous resort and the center of the South African gaming business – Sun City and is all 2 hours from Johannesburg. Most of the animals are brought here from different parts of South Africa. It is home to more than 7,000 animals, 300 species of birds and all representatives of the Great African Five-Ki (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard). You are invited to sing a safari in the park in your own car, or on the safari-ri-car of the park. In addition, Pilanesberg is very popular and is a great alternative to Kruger Park – it is not far away and does not require so much time. The park has a lot of areas for watching animals and birds, picnic areas. There are also several lobes and restaurants on site. Here, in addition to the standard safari, it is possible to make a walking safari and a hot air balloon flight.
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Sun City (Full Day)
Sun City is a luxury resort and casino located in the northwestern province of South Africa, a 2-hour drive from Johannesburg. The complex stretches along the edges of Pialonesberg National Park, making it even more unique, playing on the contrast between the benefits of civilization and wildlife in one place. Water World, 3 Golf Courses, zip-line 2000, con-church hall and cinema hall, labyrinth of the lost city, Sun City Casino, segaetsho ethnic village, Kwena Botanical Garden, crocodile farm, and more! Palace of Lost City 5, Soho Hotel 5, Cascades Hotel 4, The Cabanas 3, shops, several restaurants and bars, cafes, nightclub. vacation with the whole family – Sun City has everything for everyone!
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