Last Updated: 19th
July
2010
Sensational South Africa
South Africa is a fantastic holiday destination, made all the more obvious by the exposure from the successful 2010 FIFA World Cup, a holiday in South Africa is now even better. Cheap flights to Cape Town and Johannesburg with South African Airways plus fantastic deals on budget and luxury hotels across South Africa in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Sun City and Kruger National Park allow you to build your own perfect South Africa holiday. Simply click the icons below and start your own sensational South Africa experience.
With its glorious beaches to phenomenal safaris and wildlife parks, gourmet dining and world-class wine and such stunning landscapes as Table Mountain - made all the more iconic after becoming the backdrop to the BBC studio during the 2010 FIFA World Cup - South Africa has something for every kind of holidaymaker. And there is now no better time to visit this glorious holiday destination as netflights.com and South African Airways have teamed up to bring you cheap flights to Johannesburg and Cape Town from August right through until March next year as well as exclusive deals on Premium flights to both Cape Town and Johannesburg. Budget Car Rental has even got in on the action and is offering 10% off all South Africa car hire while selected South Africa hotels have some fantastic free night promotions allowing you to stay longer for less and see more of the magnificent land.
South Africa Economy flights
| From | To | Travel | Book by | Price |
| London Heathrow |
Johannesburg |
1 Aug - 17 Sep |
31 Jul |
£599 |
| London Heathrow |
Johannesburg |
18 Sep - 16 Dec |
31 Jul |
£649 |
| London Heathrow |
Johannesburg |
25 Dec - 14 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£669 |
| London Heathrow |
Johannesburg |
15 - 31 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£619 |
| London Heathrow |
Cape Town |
1 Aug - 17 Sep |
31 Jul |
£679 |
| London Heathrow |
Cape Town |
18 Sep - 16 Dec |
31 Jul |
£759 |
| London Heathrow |
Cape Town |
25 Dec - 14 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£779 |
| London Heathrow |
Cape Town |
15 - 31 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£735 |
Exclusive South Africa Premium flights
| From | To | Travel | Book by | Price |
| London Heathrow |
Johannesburg |
1 Aug - 16 Dec/25 Dec - 31 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£2319 |
| London Heathrow |
Cape Town |
1 Aug - 16 Dec/25 Dec - 31 Mar 11 |
31 Jul |
£2319 |
Cape Town hotels
Inn on the Square
- Located on the historic Greenmarket Square in the centre of Cape Town
- Close to the bars and cafés of Long Street
- All rooms are furnished in a modern style and include air-conditioning, TV and tea and coffee making facilities
- The hotel's restaurant - The Famous Butchers Grill - has an alfresco terrace overlooking the lively square
- Rooftop swimming pool with sundeck and spectacular views of Table Mountain
This offer is valid for travel
1 - 28 Aug
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
- Hotel plus breakfast £46 pppn
- Holiday incl. 4 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £799 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Protea Hotel Fire and Ice
- Fast becoming the place to be seen
- Lies in the heart of Cape Town at the foot of Table Mountain
- Surrounded by exclusive restaurants and vibrant nightlife
- Standard rooms have large showers, air-conditioning and tea and coffee making facilities
- Complimentary WiFi
- The swimming pool and recreation area provides sweeping views of Signal Hill
This offer is valid for travel
1 - 17 Sep
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
- Hotel plus breakfast £53 pppn
- Holiday incl. 4 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £1339 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Radisson Blu Waterfront
- In an enviable waterfront location, framed by one of the world's most celebrated backdrops: Table Mountain
- Elegantly decorated guest rooms and suites are air-conditioned and spacious
- Tobago's Restaurant, Bar and Terrace has a casual indoor dining area and an outdoor terrace, a stone's throw from the ocean
- Swimming pool, private marina and shops
- Award-winning ONEwellness spa and gym
- Shuttle service to the V&A Waterfront
This offer is valid for travel
1 - 27 Aug
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4, free room upgrade & spa treatment
- Hotel plus breakfast £100 pppn
- Holiday incl. 5 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £1079 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
One&Only
- Situated in the heart of Cape Town's fashionable Victoria and Albert Waterfront
- Stunning views overlooking the marina, Table Mountain and Signal Hill
- Features such dining choices as Nobu and Maze by Gordon Ramsey
- 91 spacious rooms and suites all with views of Table Mountain
- One&Only Spa is set on its own island with exclusive treatments
- 350sq metre infinity-edge pool plus yoga, pilates and tai chi studio
This offer is valid for travel
1 Aug - 17 Sep
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
- Hotel plus breakfast £209 pppn
- Holiday incl. 4 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £1299 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Table Bay Hotel, V&A Waterfront
- Leading Hotel of the World with a backdrop of Table Mountain
- In a prime position within the Victoria and Alfred Watrfront
- Choice of luxury rooms all with superb views of either Table Mountain or Robben Island
- Swimming pool situated on the first floor
- Camelot Spa
- Five bars and restaurants including The Conservatory with breathtaking views of the mountain, harbour and V&A Waterfront
This offer is valid for travel
1 - 17 Sep
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
- Hotel plus breakfast £220 pppn
- Holiday incl. 4 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £1339 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Johannesburg hotels
Crowne Plaza Rosebank
- A modern and stylish hotel, close to Johannesburg's premier shopping experiences including The Rosebank Mall and the famous Rosebank African Rooftop Craft Market
- Close proximity to the major sports stadiums including Coca Cola Park Stadium and Wanderers Cricket Ground
- 318 elegantly furnished guest rooms with i-Pod docking station, LCD TV, fully stocked minibar and tea and coffee facilities
- Range of dining options including Butchers Block renowned for its AAA grade lazy aged steaks
- Zen Garden, gym and spa
This offer is valid for travel
1 Nov - 16 Dec
Stay 3 nights, pay for 2
- Hotel plus breakfast £44 pppn
- Holiday incl. 3 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £769 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Kruger National Park hotels
Casa Do Sol
- Village style resort situated within the 500 hectare Illanga nature and game reserve
- Easy access to Kruger National Park
- Close to God’s Window and the stunning Blyde River Canyon
- Renowned for excellent food and exceptional wines
- Choice of Casas, Villas, Twin and Double Suites and a Casa Grande some with private patio overlooking the valley
- Two swimming pools
This offer is valid for travel
1 Nov - 1 Jan 11
Stay 3 nights, pay for 2
- Hotel plus breakfast £61 pppn
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Jock Safari Lodge
- Amazing 6,000 hectare reserve in the renowned Kruger National Park
- Unrivalled opportunities to view wildlikfe including elephants, lions, buffalo and leopard
- Twelve thatched suites overlooking the river with queen or twin beds, private plunge pool and outdoor shower
- Fine dining in the traditional Boma and unique bar accessed through a 400-year old Jackalberry tree with panoramic viewing deck
- Tranquil rock swimming pool
- Morning and evening game drives, plus walking safaris led by highly experienced rangers
This offer is valid for travel
16 Jul - 30 Sep
Stay 2 nights and get 3 nights free at selected hotels*
- Hotel incl. all meals, local drinks, 2 game drives daily and walks £633 pppn
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
*Free night offer is available at The Last Word Constantina, The Lost Word Bishopscourt, The Lost Word Franschhoek, The Last Word Long Beach or Lake Pleasant. Alternatively you can stay 2 free nights at Radisson Blu Waterfront.
Garden Route hotels
Protea Hotel Knysna Quays
- On the shores of the famous Knysna Lagoon
- Part of the vibrant Knysna Quays Waterfront, with its vast selection of restaurants, bars and speciality boutiques
- Only 30km from Plettenberg Bay and 50km from George
- Ideal location to make the most of the Garden Route
- All rooms are spacious with lagoon or Knysna town views
This offer is valid for travel
1 Nov - 30 Apr 11
Stay 3 nights, pay for 2
- Hotel plus breakfast £71 pppn
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Shamwari Game Reserve
- Situated along Bushmans River, halfway between port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, a pleasant drive from Cape Town and forms a natural extension to the famous Garden Route
- 25,000 hectare reserve boasting five eco-systems and home to Africa's Big 5 - elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard
- Luxury accommodation in 7 different lodges, 5 of which are 5-star rated
- Morning and evening game drives and guided walks with specially trained and qualified game rangers are available
- Born free big car sanctuaries
- Swimming pool and spa
This offer is valid for travel
16 Jul - 30 Sep
Stay 2 nights and get 3 nights free at selected hotels*
- Hotel incl. all meals, local drinks, 2 game drives daily and walks £633 pppn
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
*Free night offer is available at The Last Word Constantina, The Lost Word Bishopscourt, The Lost Word Franschhoek, The Last Word Long Beach or Lake Pleasant. Alternatively you can stay 2 free nights at Radisson Blu Waterfront.
Sun City hotels
The Palace of the Lost City
- One of the Leading Hotel of the World
- Hotel is surrounded by a 25-hectare botanical jungle
- Spacious guest rooms and suites are equipped with the latest amenities and have wonderful views over water or the jungle
- Two fine-dining restaurants serving Italian and international cuisine
- Mosaic filed swimming pool, complete with cocktail bar
- Free access to the Valley of the Waves waterpark
This offer is valid for travel
1 Aug - 17 Sep
Stay 4 nights, pay for 3
- Hotel plus breakfast £188 pppn
- Holiday incl. 4 nights bed and breakfast incl. return flights with South African Airways £1559 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Western Cape hotels
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
- Situated at the foot of the towering Warmwaterberg Mountains in the heart of the Little Karoo
- Only 3 hours from Cape Town, Sanbona boasts 54 000 hectares of undulating mountains and plains, indigenous flora and fauna, rock formations and rock art
- The ONLY FREE self sustaining White Lions in the World
- Dwyka Tented Lodges have ensuite bathroom, private plunge pools and decks and air-conditioning or confort cooling/heating
- The only conserved habitat for the highly endangered Riverine Rabbit (13th most endangered mammal in the world)
- Variety of endemic bird and animal life
This offer is valid for travel
16 Jul - 30 Sep
Stay 2 nights and get 3 nights free at selected hotels*
- Hotel all meals, local drinks and daily game drives £316 pppn
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
*Free night offer is available at The Last Word Constantina, The Lost Word Bishopscourt, The Lost Word Franschhoek, The Last Word Long Beach or Lake Pleasant. Alternatively you can stay 2 free nights at Radisson Blu Waterfront.
South Africa Day Tours
Table Mountain and Cape Town City Tour
- Take the cableway up the famous Table Mountain to marvel at the views, then join a city tour, which includes a visit to the historical Malay Quarter, the Castle of Good Hope and a drive to Milnerton for a spectacular view of Table Mountain and the city. On the return trip, visit Cape Town diamond works.
- Duration: Half day
- Departs: Twice daily
This offer is valid
until 31 Dec
Available twice daily
- Price from £26 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Winelands Day Tour Cape Town
- Passing through the beautiful Franschhoek Valley, you will head to a historic wine farm before continuing to Stellenbosch, the capital of the winelands. After lunch take a tour of this historic town to see its old, thatched, whitewashed Cape Dutch buildings and national monuments.
- Duration: Full day (half days tours are also available)
- Departs: Daily
This offer is valid
until 31 Dec
Available daily
- Price from £50 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Great White Shark Cage Diving
- This full day tour includes a scenic drive to Gansbaai; breakfast at The Great White House where dive master gives a full briefing about the day ahead; anchoring at Dyer Island and Geyser Rock and watching the crew lure the sharks to the boat. A picnic lunch is served on board the boat.
- Duration: Full day
- Departs: Daily
This offer is valid
until 31 Dec *Weather & sea conditions permitting
Includes picnic lunch on board
- Price from £112 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Extended Tours
Magical Garden Route
- Day 1: Cape Town to Hermanus (127km)
Whale watching, great beaches and mountain walks. Stay overnight at Les Baleines.
- Day 2: Hermanus to Oudtshoorn (406km)
Rugged mountainous landscape and the ostrich capital of the world. Stay at Hlangana Lodge.
- Day 3: Oudtshoorn to Knysna (124km)
Visit Cango Caves, spectacular Outeniqua mountain pass, Knysna lagoon famed for its watersports and the Wilderness National Park. Stay at Protea Knysna Quays.
- Day 4: Knysna to Plettenberg (35km)
Explore Tsitsikamma Forest, home to the giant Yellowwood trees. Stay at NH Plettenberg Bay.
- Day 5: Plettenberg to Port Elizabeth (235km)
Travel over the Storms River Bridge and take a break at Jeffreys' Bay on your way to Port Elizabeth - South Africa's friendliest city. Stay at Protea Hotel Marina.
This offer is valid
until 31 Oct
Book now and receive 1 free half day Table Mountain city tour
- Price from £449 pp
- Hurry! Offer ends 31 Oct. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Wild and Scenic Mpumalanga
- Day 1: Johannesburg to Mpumalanga to Sabie
Visit the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg, the quaint mining town of Pilgrim’s Rest and the Lone Creek Waterfalls. Stay at Lone Creek River Lodge.
- Day 2: Kruger National Park
Tour of the park, continue to your private game lodge for afternoon tea, followed by your evening game drive in an open safari vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner under the stars (weather permitting). Stay at Makalali Private Game Reserve.
- Day 3: Panorama Route
Early morning bush walk or game drive before entering the Panorama Route featuring the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondawels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, God’s Window and Mac Mac Waterfalls. Stay at Protea Hotel Kruger Gate.
- Day 4: Safari to Nelspruit to Johannesburg
Short game drive in the Kruger National Park in your closed vehicle. Exit the park and drive through Nelspruit to Machadodorp.
- Departs: Tuesdays
This offer is valid
until 31 Oct
Book now and get 1 free half day Pretoria day tour
- Price from £799 pp
- Hurry! Book by 31 Jul. Call 0870 700 0550 to book this offer NOW.
Save 10% on South Africa Car Hire
| Pick up | Provider | Travel | Book by | Price |
| Johannesburg |
Budget |
20 Jul - 31 Oct |
31 Jul |
£18 |
| Cape Town |
Budget |
20 Jul - 31 Oct |
31 Jul |
£18 |