Experienced and first-time travelers alike rely on Fodor's Gold Guides for rich, reliable coverage the world over.  Smart travel tips and important contact info make planning your trip a breeze and detailed coverage of sights, accommodations, and restaurants give you the info you need to make your experience enriching and hassle-free.  If you only have room for one guide, this is the one for you.The best guide to South Africa, packed with essentialsGorgeous beaches, spring wildflowers, mountain hikes, white-water adventures, amazing wildlife encountersAfrican crafts, picturesque wine routes, traditional tribal villages, Cape Dutch colonial architectureWhere to stay and eat, no matter what your budgetOut of Africa lodges, Zulu home-stays, big-city luxury, dune-side chalets, Winelands B&Bs, rustic wilderness campsCountry bistros, curry shops, tea terraces, African-food cafés, seaside braais (barbecues), an oyster-tasting tavernFresh, thorough, practical--off and on the beaten pathCosts, hours, descriptions, and tips by the thousandsAll reviews based on visits by savvy writer-residents26 pages of maps, 23 vacation itineraries, and moreCity walking toursBig Game Adventures miniguideImportant contacts, smart travel tipsPleasures & Pastimes, don't-miss activitiesNew & NoteworthyFestivalsBackground essays, further reading, videos to watchComplete index Read Less