South African Tourism

Tourism

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The South African tourism industry contributes 4.7% of the gross domestic product (1995). The industry employs about 550 000 people, this means that 1 in 25 jobs are linked to tourism.

Ecotourism is the most rapidly expanding section of the tourism industry. Activities that fall under ecotourism include:- nature photography; bird-watching; botanical studies; snorkelling; hiking and mountain climbing. Ecotourism has the potential to bring in foreign exchange and investment.

South Africa's diversity makes it possibly one of the most exciting and interesting eco-destinations. With the abundance of national, provincial and private game reserves, South Africa is the ideal place to see animals in their natural environment.

At South Africa's larger game reserves, you are able to see Africa's Big Five. It was every trophy hunter's dream to shoot The Big Five. Nowadays the challenge is to photograph them in their natural environment.

Designed and published by Narelle Otten, Grethe Scott, Bruce Thomas. Team 22897.

Last updated on: 27/08/1998

SA Parks Board

Parks which offer accommodation are:-

Addo Elephant NP*

Augrabies Falls NP*

Bontebok National Park

	Golden Gate Highlands National Park
	Kalahari Gemsbok NP*
	Karoo National Park
	Kruger National Park
	Mountain Zebra NP*
	Tsitsikama NP*
	West Coast NP*
	Wilderness NP*

Some links are:-

South African Parks Board

Kruger National Park

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Kruger National Park