South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini

Lonely Planet's South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spot wildlife in Kruger National Park and visit the cape ; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini Travel Guide:
 

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Cape Town, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, Johannesburg and Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, North West Province, Northern Cape, Lesotho, Eswatini

ISBN: 9781838699468

Edition: 13th

Publication Date: December 2024

Writers: Corne, Lucy

Exelby, Narina
Fitzpatrick, Mary
Githere, Neema
Grosberg, Michael
Makanda, Linathi
Mutuli Musau, Mwende
Walker, Jenny

520 pages | Dimensions: 128mm width × 197 mm height

Next edition due: November 2026