Cricket

Sensational South Africa + Cricket

India Vs South Africa, ODIs and Tests in South Africa + Holiday (November/December)

Destination Guide 

• South Africa is known as a place where the Heavens meet the Earth, no wonder it has some of the best cricket grounds.

• One of the most diverse and enchanting countries in the world.

• A heady mix of third and first world cultures - along with the best and least crowded beaches in the world

• Wildlife parks such as the Kruger Park, beautiful natural scenery, great infrastructure and a stable post-apartheid environment and you have a great destination waiting to happen

• Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and Durban - four South African cities, each with their own unique attractions and vibrancy

• Cape Town's biggest attraction is the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront; don't forget to visit the Cape of Good Hope

• Knysna, a natural paradise of lush indigenous forests, tranquil lakes and golden beaches adorns South Africa's unspoilt southern coast

• The Cradle of Humankind at Sterkfontein is Gauteng's famous World Heritage Site. Close to the cradle is the Kromdraai Wonder Cave as well as the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve

• Witness Sun City, the extravagant resort known to the world over as a tourism hotspot. A variety of sports activities may be enjoyed at Sun City and the Super Bowl arena is Africa's finest for concerts

• The Pilanesburg National park is situated in an ancient volcanic crater near Sun City and is home to the 'Big Five' - Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant & Buffalo and has no less than 350 species of birds

• Kruger Park is a world-renowned game park offering a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in the world and is a favourite destination of Anil Kumble, India's leading Test wicket taker

• Kruger is unrivalled in the diversity of its life forms and is home to an impressive number of species: 336 trees, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds and 147 mammals

• Durban is blessed with balmy weather all year round, making it a perfect holiday paradise. The beachfront is bordered by five star hotels and luxury apartments, all of which have an idyllic view of the Indian Ocean. Bustling Durban is the hub of the province's business and industry. This city is often referred to as South Africa's Miami Beach.

• Indian food, curries especially, form a big part of South African cuisine. Biryani, Tandoori Chicken, Samoosas are all available

• Shopping is a South African pastime. Whether it's in a mall, at the roadside or at a market, the many colourful, creative and local wares are decidedly a part of South African life

Cricket Guide

• The New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg is also known as the 'Bullring' because of its intimidating atmosphere for visiting teams

• The finest seats in the ground, despite the presence of the wonderful main stands, are perhaps at midwicket. A grass bank allows for beach towels and umbrellas and allows for one big party to take place

• In stark contrast, the players have to enter the ground through a tunnel

• Kingsmead, Durban was the venue for the World Cup semifinal between India and Kenya

• India were once shot out for 66 once on this track where the timeless drawn Test against England too was played

• Grass banks and modern stands both co-exist happily at Kingsmead which can seat 25,000 people

• Newland, Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world with the spectacular Table Top mountain as a backdrop

• The 25,000-capacity ground is one of the few in SA to assist spin

• Mediterranean winter rainfall climate usually allows for perfect weather to watch and play cricket in

• St George's Park, Port Elizabeth is situated close to the ocean

• The 19,000-seater ground is also known to favour spin but speedster Allan Donald once claimed 12 wickets on the very same pitch

• Supersport Park, Centurion is located within a short distance of Johannesburg and Pretoria

• Grass embankments make up a large part of the 20,000-seater modern stadium

• Known to have one of the quicker pitches in SA but this also means that the ball comes on well to aid stroke play

• Springbok Park, Bloemfontein can also seat 20,000 people in its two large stands and lots of grassed banks, which allow for outdoor cooking

• This ground is regularly used for day-night matches and a carnival atmosphere prevails

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