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Popular Wildlife Parks in South Africa

South Africa has many charms up its sleeve but what really sets this country apart from other tourist destinations is its remarkable wildlife. Kruger National Park and Golden Gate Highlands National Park are two allures that offer you just that.

Author: Shawntrelly
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South Africa is one of the world’s most interesting countries with all its incredible cultures, a maze of ethnicities and a host of historical attractions. But, what really propels this nation as a tourist destination are its infinite natural charms.

Beaches, bays, mountains, valleys, forests, deserts – there is not a single geographical feature that does not a find a representation in this rainbow nation! And then there is the legendary South African wildlife – arguably the best in the world! Millions of nature lovers find themselves rummaging around the Internet for cheap air tickets on flights to South Africa every year – thanks to the region’s spectacular wildlife.

Take a brief look at some of the popular national parks that assure a whale of time to the adventurers.

Kruger National Park

‘Humongous’ is the first word that comes to mind when one thinks of the incredible Kruger National Park. A phenomenal tourist attraction, Kruger is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna that is sure to impress every soul. A host of amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals can be found in this vast expanse that stretches over to some 2 million hectares. Kruger National Park also features bushman rock paintings and archaeological sites like Masorini and Thulamela – a real treat for history aficionados. Kruger is one African attraction that you just cannot afford to miss if wildlife is anywhere on your agenda!

Golden Gate Highlands National Park

Golden Gate Highlands National Park is a beautiful expanse of green that is known to host a wide variety of animals and birds. The park is named so because of the wonderful golden hue that is created as the bright sunshine falls upon the region’s sandstone cliffs. Some of the many animal species that can be discovered at the Golden Gate Highlands National Park are black wildebeest, eland, blesbok, oribi and springbok. Some rare birds like the bearded vulture and bald ibis also call Golden Gate Highlands their home. For some wonderful views of the surroundings, one can climb atop the Ribbokkop and get mesmerised by the enchanting views.

Table Mountain National Park

Table Mountain National Park is one of Cape Town’s most sparkling gems whose radiance and glitter attracts travellers from all corners of the globe. Table Mountain National Park may not be extremely rich when it comes to wildlife but the beauty of the place more than makes up for that. A Natural World Heritage Site, Table Mountain National Park is considered a sort of tourism icon for Cape Town. One can find a number of beautiful valleys and beaches ornamenting the national park. And of course there is the ever dominating Table Mountain that adds infinite appeal to the park apart from giving it a name! For the benefit of international travellers, numerous cheap and lavish hotels are available around the Table Mountain National Park.

About Author

Shawn Trelly is associated with Cheap Tickets as expert writer since Five years. Get more information about wildlife National Park in South Africa Visit our Travel Article Page.

http://www.cheapticket.co.uk/travel-articles/top-wildlife-national-parks-in-south-africa.aspx

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