UBON Safari | South Africa

South Africa doesn’t just invite you in – it grabs you with both hands. This is a land where oceans meet mountains, lions prowl beneath acacia trees, and cultures collide in rhythm, colour and warmth. From Cape Town’s cinematic coastline to Kruger’s untamed wilderness, South Africa is alive with contrast – and every contrast is beautiful.

At Ubon Safari, we don’t simply arrange luxury travel – we craft immersive journeys through this astonishing country. Each trip reveals a different facet, a deeper connection.

Feel the earth thrum beneath your feet on a walking safari. Sip world-class wine while gazing over rolling valleys. Let the stories of this place leave their mark on you – because South Africa isn’t just visited. It’s felt.

At Ubon Safari, we don’t simply arrange luxury travel – we craft immersive journeys through this astonishing country. Each trip reveals a different facet, a deeper connection.

South Africa weaves wilderness and sophistication into one irresistible experience. It’s a place where you can spend the morning tracking leopards and the afternoon gallery-hopping in Johannesburg. Where Zulu drums echo at sunset and fine dining awaits by candlelight.

Whether it’s the drama of a lion kill, the warmth of a family-run wine estate, or the pure joy of a sunrise over the Drakensberg, South Africa moves you in ways you didn’t expect. It’s easy to explore, rich in stories, and effortlessly inspiring.

Every day feels different. Every experience leaves a trace. This is where travel becomes something more.

Kruger is where South Africa’s wild heart beats loudest. One of Africa’s most iconic national parks, its vast savannahs are home to the Big Five and countless other species – from majestic elephants to the haunting call of ground hornbills.

Surrounding Kruger, private reserves like the Sabi Sand, Timbavati and Klaserie open the door to exclusive safari experiences, intimate lodges and expert guides. These untamed spaces offer thrilling encounters, fewer vehicles and unforgettable moments beneath endless skies.

Whether it’s tracking leopards at dawn or sharing stories around the fire at night, the Greater Kruger leaves you changed.

Best for: The Big Five, predator action, guided bush walks, birdlife.

When to go: May–September for crisp, clear game viewing; October–April for lush landscapes and newborns.

Whether it’s tracking leopards at dawn or sharing stories around the fire at night, the Greater Kruger leaves you changed.

Best for: The Big Five, predator action, guided bush walks, birdlife.

When to go: May–September for crisp, clear game viewing; October–April for lush landscapes and newborns.

Whether it’s tracking leopards at dawn or sharing stories around the fire at night, the Greater Kruger leaves you changed.

Best for: The Big Five, predator action, guided bush walks, birdlife.

When to go: May–September for crisp, clear game viewing; October–April for lush landscapes and newborns.

Few cities are as effortlessly spectacular as Cape Town. Table Mountain rises behind golden beaches, penguins waddle along the shore, and creativity runs deep through its art, design and food scenes.

Beyond the city, the Winelands unfold in waves of vines and Cape Dutch charm. Here, wine tastings flow into gourmet lunches, and every valley tells a story – of soil, heritage and passion.

Cape Town isn’t just a destination – it’s a mood. Easygoing, dynamic and utterly unforgettable.

Best for: Art, food, design, mountain and ocean views.

When to go: Year-round, with warm summer days from November to March.

Few cities are as effortlessly spectacular as Cape Town. Table Mountain rises behind golden beaches, penguins waddle along the shore, and creativity runs deep through its art, design and food scenes.

Beyond the city, the Winelands unfold in waves of vines and Cape Dutch charm. Here, wine tastings flow into gourmet lunches, and every valley tells a story – of soil, heritage and passion.

Cape Town isn’t just a destination – it’s a mood. Easygoing, dynamic and utterly unforgettable.

Best for: Art, food, design, mountain and ocean views.

When to go: Year-round, with warm summer days from November to March.

Few cities are as effortlessly spectacular as Cape Town. Table Mountain rises behind golden beaches, penguins waddle along the shore, and creativity runs deep through its art, design and food scenes.

Beyond the city, the Winelands unfold in waves of vines and Cape Dutch charm. Here, wine tastings flow into gourmet lunches, and every valley tells a story – of soil, heritage and passion.

Cape Town isn’t just a destination – it’s a mood. Easygoing, dynamic and utterly unforgettable.

Best for: Art, food, design, mountain and ocean views.

When to go: Year-round, with warm summer days from November to March.

KwaZulu-Natal is a kaleidoscope of experiences. One moment you’re watching rhinos in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi; the next you’re standing on a mountain pass in the Drakensberg, or diving coral reefs off the Indian Ocean coast.

This is Zulu country – proud, storied and vibrant. From battlefield tours to rural homestays, it’s a place that welcomes you into its history and heartbeat.

Add in world-class game reserves and you have a destination that ticks every box – with soul.

Best for: Rich cultural insight, safaris, hiking, coastal escapes.

When to go: May–September for wildlife; year-round for mountain and beach travel.