South Africa is a popular destination for holiday makers, the country has so much to offer from safaris to magnificent beaches that there really is something for everyone. If you are planning on booking a holiday to South Africa, you will probably be wondering what the best time to go is, and this all depends on where you go in the country and what you are hoping to do when you are there.

December through to February is often the peak time to visit South Africa, but because of this you may find that resorts are very business and your holiday may not be as quiet and relaxing as you had hoped for. If you can wait until March or April time you may find that the season has died down a bit and you are able to still bask in the sun but with a quite a few less people around.

If you fancy a spot of Whale watching then October is the perfect time for you. The Whales generally arrive around June time and start matting, so come October you can often see the calves as well as the parents of the newly-borns. The weather is often warm enough in October for you to be able to sit outside and enjoy a glass or wine or three whilst watching the sun set.