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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: ZAR
- Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Sotho, Tswana, Xhosa
- Climate: Subtropical highland
- Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
- Population: Approximately 15 million people
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry winter months from May to September.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the United States, European Union, and United Kingdom, generally require a visa to enter South Africa, which includes Gauteng. Some nationalities can enter visa-free for short stays. South Africa offers e-visa options and visa on arrival for select countries. Travelers typically need a valid passport, proof of onward travel, and sufficient funds. It is advisable to check specific visa requirements well in advance.
About Gauteng
Gauteng is South Africa’s smallest yet most populous province, serving as the economic and cultural heart of the country. It is home to Johannesburg, the largest city in South Africa, and Pretoria, the administrative capital. Gauteng offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and rich history, making it a compelling destination for travelers. Visitors can explore vibrant city life with world-class shopping, dining, and entertainment, alongside significant historical sites such as the Apartheid Museum and the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The province’s diverse population contributes to a rich cultural tapestry reflected in its festivals, art, and cuisine. Gauteng’s central location makes it an ideal base for exploring other parts of South Africa. Whether interested in history, culture, wildlife, or modern urban experiences, Gauteng provides a dynamic and engaging travel experience.
Top Attractions
1. Apartheid Museum – A powerful museum detailing South Africa’s history of apartheid and the struggle for freedom. 2. Cradle of Humankind – A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient fossil sites and interactive exhibits on human evolution. 3. Johannesburg Botanical Gardens – A peaceful green space showcasing indigenous plants and perfect for relaxation. 4. Union Buildings in Pretoria – The official seat of the South African government with beautiful gardens and panoramic views. 5. Gold Reef City – A theme park and historical mining site offering rides, tours, and insight into Johannesburg’s gold rush past.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Gauteng can enjoy a variety of activities including guided historical tours, cultural experiences such as township tours, and visits to local markets. Adventure seekers can try hot air ballooning over the Magaliesberg mountains or explore nearby nature reserves for hiking and wildlife viewing. The province also offers vibrant nightlife, art galleries, and live music venues. Shopping enthusiasts can explore malls and craft markets for unique souvenirs. Food tours and wine tasting experiences are popular for those wanting to sample local flavors.
Gauteng Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South Africa
- Duration Range: Visitors to Gauteng can enjoy a variety of activities including guided historical tours, cultural experiences such as township tours, and visits to local markets. Adventure seekers can try hot air ballooning over the Magaliesberg mountains or explore nearby nature reserves for hiking and wildlife viewing. The province also offers vibrant nightlife, art galleries, and live music venues. Shopping enthusiasts can explore malls and craft markets for unique souvenirs. Food tours and wine tasting experiences are popular for those wanting to sample local flavors.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry winter months from May to September. Pack layers as temperatures can vary, and bring sun protection. Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious or cultural sites. Stay vigilant about personal safety, avoid displaying valuables, and use reputable transport. Currency is South African Rand; credit cards are widely accepted but carry some cash for smaller vendors. It is advisable to have travel insurance and keep emergency contacts handy.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $39
Highest Price Tour: $220
1089 Available Tour Excursions in Gauteng
The private full day Johannesburg tour visits iconic heritage sites in Johannesburg CBD and Soweto, highlighting South Africa’s turbulent history and promising future. It is an opportunity to learn more about events that shaped the country’s past while also discovering the dynamic cultural diversity of two of the country’s most prominent cities. Constitutional Hill, Carlton Centre, and the vibrant Newtown Junction are among the highlights of the Johannesburg tour. Travel through Soweto, passing by notable landmarks and historic sites, stopping at an informal settlement and the Hector Pieterson Museum before arriving at the vibrant Vilakazi Street, in which was Nelson Mandela’s home.
Price: $139.41
Duration: 7 hours
We offer authentic small group Kruger National Park tours. The quality of our guides is what sets us apart. Our very popular Kruger National Park tours are affordable and include highly experienced English speaking guides and flexible daily game drives on open safari vehicles. We also include return transfers from Johannesburg at no additional cost. Daily conservation fees are also included. No hidden fees. Accommodation is in comfortable air-conditioned bungalows inside the Kruger National Park, with private bathroom. Our tours have scheduled departures from Johannesburg with a maximum of 9 guests per vehicle. Custom departures and private tours can be arranged upon request.
Price: $768.79
Duration: 72 hours
Feel the excitement of knowing you are about to take a journey into uncharted areas where it is you and Africa’s most feared creatures by exploring their territory, by their rules. You will be collected from the Hotel by a qualified guide and proceed to the Pilanesberg Nature Reserve that spans an area of 550 square kilometers, the home of the BIG FIVE. Here we will drive around in an open Game Viewer and feel the tension mounting that at any moment just around a corner you could spot a herd of elephant or the king himself the lion or if lucky spot the ever elusive leopard as he lies on a rock or in a tree. The Game drive will last for 6 hours within the reserve and a light lunch at the Pilanesberg Centre will be provided. Duration of the tour is around 12 hours.
Price: $228.06
Duration:
This experience is done through a combination of skateboarding and walking i.e. we skate where we can skate and walk where we need to walk! Anyone who is looking to try something new OR to experience Johannesburg from the ground in a fun and informative way should definitely book this experience: you don't need any skateboarding experience to join, we start with a Skate Lesson for Beginners! Johannesburg and South Africa both have very complicated histories so this is also a great way to hear about these from our perspective! Skateboarding is fun and Joburg is cool...come have a fun and engaging time with us in the City! TIPS! Some common slang you may here along the way... Shap Shap - Used to say "Hello" OR "Goodbye" or to indicate that something is good i.e. the food/movie/experience was "Shap Shap"! Ekse, Hola - Also used as common greetings i.e. "Hello"! Sawubona (singular)/Sanibonani (group) - "Hello" in Zulu...one of the most spoken native languages in the City!
Price: $51.64
Duration: 3 hours
Our daily Johannesburg to Hoedspruit shuttle departs from OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Our fleet of vehicles provide the highest level of comfort and luxury. All of our drivers are qualified guides who share their knowledge and love of the wild with their guests. There are two comfort stops en-route, allowing passengers to have a bathroom break, and buy refreshments for the journey ahead.
Price: $68.85
Duration: 7 hours
Experience a city within a city! A Tuk-Tuk tour is a great way to spend a day out and about in Soweto. Our half-day private Soweto tour with optional Tuk Tuk is an opportunity to experience the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city and learn more about events that shaped South Africa’s past. Born and raised in Soweto, your tour guide takes you to historic sites and cultural hotspots to showcase the city’s rich history and its modern-day culture. From the dusty streets of Motsoaledi informal settlement to the vibrant cultural hub of Vilakazi Street and iconic heritage sites that commemorate the city’s turbulent past and the peoples struggle for freedom and equality; you’re encourage to interact with the people of Soweto and not just spectate.
Price: $111.19
Duration: 5 hours
Fun day out exploring the history, architecture, the culture and museums of the vibrant City of Gold (Johannesburg). This tour will give you an overall history about South Africa’s history. We will visit various attractions in both Johannesburg and Soweto. We can always customize the tour to meet your expectations.
Price: $100.40
Duration: 6 hours
Explore the Bush in a 4x4 game viewer to find the elephants roaming freely in their own environment. Once you find them, we will stop to take photographs of these gentle giants. We then proceed to Lesedi Cultural Village where we get to explore the Zulu, Basotho, Xhosa and Pedi Villages to see just how they live and their different cultural styles before heading off to the Boma to witness an amazing display of their music and dancing skills. After the show enjoy a traditional buffet lunch ranging from Crocodile, Ostrich, Lamb, Beef and Chicken and a variety of vegetables, with the Chief Himself.
Price: $150.60
Duration: 6-8 hours
We offer immersive journeys into the soul of South Africa, specifically crafted around Johannesburg and Pretoria's profound historical and cultural landmarks. What sets us apart isn't just where we go, but how we take you there and who guides you:
Price: $152.04
Duration: 9 hours
Come and spend four luxurious days in the wilderness with us for an unforgettable adventure. Visit the famous Kruger National Park, the beautiful Blue Canyon Reserve, and the exclusive Moditlo Private Game Reserve on an incredible journey into the romantic safari world of Africa. If you're looking for the full African safari experience, look no further than the luxurious Raddison Hotel Safari package, in the charming town of Hoedspruit, where you'll receive personalised service and gourmet cuisine, while each day holds a new encounter with the wildness of Africa.
Price: $1,863.74
Duration: 96 hours
Explore one of the world's largest conservation areas and witness all that Africa has to offer with the 4-Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg. Spend 3 nights in a fantastic bush lodge of your choice and taste some of the most authentic foods of South African cuisine.
Price: $1,881.82
Duration: 96 hours
For anyone wanting to understand and experience what apartheid South Africa was really like, a visit to the Apartheid museum is fundamental. The museum is a beacon of hope showing the world how South Africa is coming to terms with its oppressive past.
Price: $77.45
Duration: 5 hours
The Lion & Safari Park is located in the historic Cradle of Humankind, about a 30-45-minute from the city and the ideal private tour from Johannesburg. It is a protected conservation area with over 80 lions, including the famous white lions. It also has cheetah, hyena, wild dogs, various antelope, and tower of tame giraffe. The Lion and Safari Park, which relocated to the Cradle of Humankind in July 2016, provides guests with an unforgettable experience. Animal interactions, guided game drives, and self-drives are among the many exciting activities available at the new park. When you take this private informative guided tour, you will get up close and personal with some of Africa’s most beloved animals. Guests can also hand feed a variety of animals such as giraffes, ostriches, and various other antelope species that roam freely on the 600-hectare property and frequently visit the wetlands in front of ‘the Wetlands’ Bar and Restaurant.
Price: $123.64
Duration: 5 hours
Lets explore south African safari with you. We accommodate all age groups in all safety. At a very convenient timing and value. With us you will enjoy the value of your money. We are equipped with professional drivers and wifi on board always. Explore Africa pledged to always transport all her clients to and from the pick up points with respect of time. Home of the big 5 of Africa, Malaria free zone, Alkaline complex. Visitors are guaranteed to see some of them.
Price: $250.00
Duration: 12 hours
Soweto is an urban area of the city of Johannesburg in Gauteng, South Africa, bordering the city's mining belt in the south. Its name, an English syllabic abbreviation for South Western Townships, refers to its origins as a Black township under South Africa's Apartheid government. The population has historically been overwhelmingly Black and some of the watershed events in the struggle against Apartheid occurred in the township.
Price: $143.72
Duration: 5 hours
If you love animals and want an animal interaction experience, this is for you! Meet elephants on foot in their natural environment. You will get to experience how they sound, how they eat, what size they grow to and their unique social interactions for yourself. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with these gentle giants. Nearby is the Monkey Sanctuary which is inside a beautiful natural forested area where rescued monkeys and lemurs are free roaming. Often the monkeys will jump on your shoulder to catch a ride or see what is new in their world. Their antics will make you laugh and the monkey carers even know them by name and can tell you their personal stories. You will also learn more about their family units, how they forage for food and their life cycle. The walk through the forested area is by means of a wooden platform and there is also a cool swinging bridge with amazing views of the surrounding rocky outcrop.
Price: $341.37
Duration: 6 hours
Our Kruger Park & Panoramic Tour Package is an unforgettable way to experience the Kruger Park & surrounding region, providing you with a variety of activities that include a sunset safari, full day safari & half day morning safari, all with a professional nature guide in a specially modified open safari vehicle, complete with Panoramic Tour of the Blyde River Canyon with accommodation at Gecko Lodge, on the doorstep of Kruger, a proud accommodation provider for Shinzelle Safaris. This safari package takes you on an unforgettable experience of the Kruger Park & Blyde River Canyon, with a dedicated hospitality team ensuring personalised service, including 3 nights accommodation, a sunset safari, a full day safari, Panoramic Tour of the Blyde River Canyon and a morning safari in the Kruger National Park, dinner and breakfast are included in this package as well as entrance fees to the Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon with accommodation at Gecko Lodge.
Price: $1,211.48
Duration: 96 hours
Discover why Kapama is one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in South Africa on a whistle-stop trip to the 13,000-hectare private game reserve. Stay in deluxe accommodation at the largest safari resort in the reserve; starting and ending your day with leisurely game drives in beautiful bushveld surrounds. Kapama is a fenced private game reserve that lies nestled between the Blyde River Valley and Kruger National Park and is located adjacent to the Greater Kruger. The Kapama and Klaserie rivers cut through the reserve which draws an abundance of animals and birds to their lush banks, making Kapama the perfect destination for people with a love of wildlife and photography.
Price: $1,804.94
Duration: 72 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Gauteng’s cuisine is a reflection of its multicultural population, featuring traditional South African dishes alongside international flavors. Signature dishes include braai (barbecue), bobotie (spiced minced meat baked with an egg topping), and bunny chow (a hollowed-out loaf filled with curry). Street food such as vetkoek (fried dough bread) and boerewors (sausage) are local favorites. Dining ranges from casual eateries to upscale restaurants like Marble in Johannesburg, known for its open-flame cooking, and DW Eleven-13, which offers contemporary South African cuisine.
Getting Around
Gauteng is accessible via O.R. Tambo International Airport, the busiest airport in Africa. Within the province, transportation options include minibus taxis, buses, ride-hailing services like Uber, and car rentals. Gautrain, a rapid rail system, connects Johannesburg, Pretoria, and the airport, providing a fast and safe travel option. Traffic congestion can be heavy during peak hours, so planning travel times accordingly is recommended. Costs vary, but public transport is generally affordable.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry winter months from May to September. Pack layers as temperatures can vary, and bring sun protection. Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting religious or cultural sites. Stay vigilant about personal safety, avoid displaying valuables, and use reputable transport. Currency is South African Rand; credit cards are widely accepted but carry some cash for smaller vendors. It is advisable to have travel insurance and keep emergency contacts handy.
Culture & Customs
Gauteng’s culture is diverse, reflecting many ethnic groups and traditions. Social customs emphasize respect and hospitality. Greetings often include a handshake and eye contact. Important festivals include Heritage Day and the National Arts Festival. When visiting townships or traditional areas, ask permission before taking photos. Tipping is customary in restaurants and for services. Punctuality is appreciated in business settings, but social events may be more relaxed.
