Virtuoso Insights - December 2008 - (Page 60) South AfricAn SyntheSiS Of the myriad places our amazing planet has to offer, South Africa provides a singular combination of nature and nurture — from seeing the Big Five on safari to savoring fine wine and cuisine, from pampering spa treatments to a plethora of voluntourism opportunities. Hailed as a “World Within One Country,” this stunning land presents a dizzying array of attractions: vibrant cities such as Cape Town and Johannesburg, elegant wine estates along the Stellenbosch Wine Route, endless miles of unspoiled coastline, and millions of acres preserved for spectacular wildlife. A visit to South Africa reveals the mystery of Table Mountain and the merriment of Boulders Beach’s penguin colony; the infectious spirit of Soweto township and a seemingly infinite variety of fauna and flora found in six distinct biomes. The weather here is temperate; the people, warm and welcoming. The country’s national parks and numerous reserves offer some of the premier wildlife experiences in all of Africa. Kruger National Park, the largest and oldest, comprises nearly 5 million acres of unmatched diversity. The number of species here is astounding — as is the fact that one can find evidence of almost every period of humankind, from the Stone Age through the present. To help protect its many riches for future generations, South Africa is one of the world’s leaders in ecotourism. Travelers here can take part in everything from conservation projects to community outreach, such as providing education and health care in remote villages. see: For the elemental South African experience, head out on safari with &BEYOND. Their six wilderness lodges — including two located within Kruger National Park — have set the standard for both game viewing and gracious bush accommodations. And as one of Africa’s leading ecotourism companies, &BEYOND offers travelers the chance to support an astonishing array of community development projects, from building classrooms and clinics to awarding university scholarships. Ask your Virtuoso travel advisor for camp details and pricing. Savannah sundowners, Addo Elephant National Park. 60 Virtuoso insights
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