The towns that orbit South Africa’s safari regions

Getaway Magazine | 09.02.2026 22:00
Safari travel in South Africa is often framed as a clean break from everyday life. Gravel roads replace highways, phones lose signal, and the wild takes over. Few safari experiences, however, exist in isolation. Around the country’s most iconic game reserves sit towns, villages, and regional hubs that quietly shape how travellers arrive, explore, and connect with the landscapes around them.