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South Africa's summer falls during wintertime in the UK, making
it the perfect destination for winter sun-seekers. At this time of
the year, South Africa boasts glorious, sunny weather, and a slight
increase in rainfall results in wonderfully verdant landscapes.
Winter is a fantastic time to experience the varied experiences
South Africa has to offer its visitors, from the lively energy of
coastal Cape Town to Kruger National Park, where adventuresome
travellers have the chance to observe some of the world's most
spectacular, exotic and rare wildlife.
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Enjoy a truly unique experience with Ceres Rail Company as you
board a historic refurbished steam train for the return journey to
Elgin. Wind slowly through verdant valley scenery on this relaxed,
three-hour journey from Cape Town to
the Elgin Railway Market.
Housed in a former apple warehouse, the design takes inspiration
from a bygone era of prosperous steam travel, and the space is
transformed into an Art Deco, Victorian inspired market. Spend time
perusing the many exciting offerings, including artisan gins,
delicious street food, and handmade jewellery.
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While the main language in South Africa is English, there are 11
official spoken tongues here, including Afrikaans, Ndebele, and
Zulu; most South Africans can speak more than one language.
The time zone used in South Africa is South Africa Standard
Time, which is two hours ahead of GMT. On average, a direct flight
from London to Johannesburg takes around 11 hours. Visitors from
the UK will require a passport with at least six months validity
and a minimum of two blank pages. When visiting South Africa for
tourist purposes (up to 90 days), a visa is not required.
