The Rough Guide to South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini: Travel Guide with eBook

This comprehensive South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. Featuring all the must-see sights alongside a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places, it provides detailed practical information on preparing for your journey and what to do on the ground. The guide covers Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula, the Western Cape, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Free State, Gauteng, North West Province, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, Lesotho, and Eswatini.

Inside, you'll find hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires, from off-the-beaten-track adventures and family activities to chilled-out breaks. Itinerary examples cater to different time frames and trip types, while expert author picks highlight unmissable experiences including the Wild Coast, Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Soweto, the Drakensberg, Addo Elephant National Park, Stellenbosch, the Sani Pass, Cape Point, and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. Insider recommendations help you beat the crowds, save time and money, and discover the best local spots.

Packed with practical details including colour-coded mapping, hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels, transit tips, and site information, the guide also offers rich background on history, culture, art, and architecture. It includes an essential Afrikaans dictionary and glossary of local terms, advice on travelling with disabilities, climate information, and festival listings. Fully updated post-COVID-19 and printed on responsibly sourced paper verified to meet FSC standards, it comes with a free eBook download after purchase—the perfect companion both for planning and on the ground.