On the banks of the tranquil Sabie River, amongst beautiful greenery, lies the The Kruger Park Lodge.

Across from South Beach and overlooking the Indian Ocean, this relaxed apartment hotel is 2 km from uShaka Marine World and 3 km from Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World.

Featuring balconies (most with ocean views), the bright studios and apartments provide satellite TV, Wi-Fi (fee), and kitchens with dishwashers. Some add sofabeds.

Take in the African plains at Lion Sands Private Game Reserve at the heat of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. The main lodge is a picture of opulence with its high thatch roof, luxurious wooden finishes and African decor. Guests can relax or dine on the large viewing deck as it opens up onto the African bush veld.

Set in 300 acres of indigenous bushveld, Seasons Sport and Spa is located in the Seasons Eco Golf Estate. The resort boasts various outdoor facilities and is 45-minutes' drive from Pretoria.

Located in Umhlanga Rocks, La Lucia Sands Beach Resort boasts self-catering accommodation. The beach is just a short stroll away and the resort boasts an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. Private parking is available on site.

The air-conditioned apartments are garden facing and come with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a lounge and dining area. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster.

Among maritime buildings at the V&A Waterfront, this modest hotel is 2 km from both Two Oceans Aquarium and Cape Town Stadium.

Warm rooms with nautical-inspired decor provide satellite TV. All feature desks, safes, and tea and coffeemaking facilities, while some add sofabeds.

In the Sabi Sand Game Reserve on the edge of Kruger National Park, this remote, high-end safari resort is 3.4 km from the Ulusaba Airstrip.

Providing views of the bush, the 8 sophisticated suites come with private decks and plunge pools. All have air-conditioning, mosquito netting, and luxe bathrooms with indoor and outdoor showers.

Overlooking the ocean, this luxe guesthouse is 1 km from St. Francis Bay Golf Club and 8 km from Seal Point Lighthouse.

The 5 refined rooms feature wood-beamed ceilings, and decks with ocean views, plus en suite bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. All have Wi-Fi (fee), TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities.

A new resort in the heart of the scenic- rich Eastern Transvaal, this resort in the lush Sabie River valley, within easy distance of the Kruger National Park.

Waterberg Game Park features parking, non-smoking accommodation and a garden. The accommodation units come with a wardrobe, a seating area and a TV.

Situated in Mokopane, Waterberg Game Park offers accommodation with access to a garden.

Some units also have a kitchen equipped with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster.

Hippo Hollow Country Estate offers elegant rooms on the edge of the Sabie River in Hazyview, 20 minutes’ drive from the Kruger National Park. It includes 2 outdoor swimming pools, a barbecue terrace and a restaurant where guests can spot hippos whilst they dine.

Umhlanaga is a popular holiday town on KwaZulu-Natal's North Coast and home to the beautiful and relaxing Umhlanga Cabanas. Just a short drive from Durban, this resort is perfectly located to provide you with everything you would ever want from your getaway.

Veranda Tamarin Hotel & Spa has 2 restaurants and 3 bars, one of which is situated on the rooftop.

Other facilities on offer include water sport facilities, a fitness centre and a sauna.

This luxury, all-suite wildlife and golf resort is set within the Entabeni Safari Conservancy, a Big Five game reserve.

Understated suites feature flat-screen TVs, minibars and limited Internet access, as well as sitting areas and patios. Upgraded suites add kitchenettes, and a luxe 6-bedroom lodge has a private pool, plus butler and wildlife guide service. Room service is available.

Breakfast. There are 4 restaurants, plus rustic bush dining. A famed golf course has a 19th-hole accessed by helicopter. Other amenities include 3 pools, a wildlife centre and a spa, as well as game drives, and helicopter and Segway tours.

Castleton is set in a nature reserve with 24 hour security, nestled high above the Piesang River Valley of Plettenberg Bay overlooking blue flag beaches and the Plettenberg Bay Country club and Golf course surrounded by the natural beauty of the Garden Route.

Cayley Lodge offers accommodation in Bergview, set in the central Drakensberg with views over the Cathkin Peak and Champagne Castle ranges. The property features a swimming pool, a hot tub and spa facilities.

Set 5 km from Kruger Park Lodge Golf Club, this relaxed hotel on parklike grounds fronting the Sabie River is 11 km from the Phabeni Gate entrance to Kruger National Park.

Bright, simply furnished rooms have garden views, TVs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Upgraded rooms add kitchenettes, and lounges with sofabeds. Room service is available. Laid-back chalets sleep 6 to 8 guests, and feature kitchens, patios and BBQ areas overlooking the river.

Located at the heart of the Garden Route and just a short drive from one of the Cape Towns most famous beaches, this resort is an easy-going, lifestyle resort that is suitable for all ages - with so many sights to enjoy and things to explore, this getaway is ideal for a romantic break or a family holiday.