Discover South Africa’s Beauty in Its Best Botanical Gardens

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa.
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa. Photo by Tanya Paquet on Unsplash

If a visit to a botanical garden happens to be your perfect idea of relaxation, South Africa won’t leave you disappointed. Beautiful botanical gardens are scattered all around this country, and here are three that you shouldn’t miss for the world.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Cape Town is usually the first city that people visit in South Africa, and it happens to be home to one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in Africa. Kirstenbosch can be found on the eastern foot of Table Mountain, and you can explore everything from walking trails and amazing views to rare species of indigenous plants during your visit.

Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens

Another breathtaking botanical garden near Cape Town, Harold Porter is the perfect spot for nature lovers from all walks of life. It has many amazing hiking trails in store, but it’s also popular with birdwatchers since it’s home to around 60 bird species and an abundance of wildlife.

Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden

Walter Sisulu was a popular recreational spot before being transformed into a botanical garden in 1982. It’s located in close proximity to Johannesburg, and it’s worth the ride if you want to explore many species of birds and indigenous plants that can be found on its grounds.