As a destination, South Africa is one of the most naturally beautiful places on earth. It's a diverse country with many different climates and regions. There are mountains, oceans, deserts and plains. The wildlife is unique and plentiful; you'll find lions, giraffes and elephants roaming around freely in their natural habitats. There are also some great cities that offer impressive museums and art galleries (which you can visit after trekking through the wilds).