Free State [South Africa]

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This tranquil land is the geographic and agricultural centre of South Africa. However, The Free State is fast becoming a tourist destination in its own right. Famous for its warm South African hospitality, `boerekos' (traditional Afrikaner farm-style cuisine) and decidedly slower-paced lifestyle, this province has become a draw-card for holiday-makers intent on exploring small-town South Africa.
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Known, locally, as South Africa's 'bread basket', the Free State is cultivated by more than 30 000 farms to produce over 70% of South Africa's grain consumption. It is also home to the most productive gold and diamond mines in the world. The Free State lies in the heart of South Africa, with the mountain Kingdom of Lesotho nestling in the hollow of its bean-like shape. Between the Vaal River, in the north, and the Orange River, in the south, this immense rolling prairie stretches as far as the eye can see. Formerly known as the Orange Free State, this province has had its share of battles - most importantly, perhaps, the Anglo Boer War.

Not to be missed in Free State ...

	White-Water Rafting The best white-water rafting in South Africa on The Ash River near Clarens. Exciting grade three and four white water rafting all year round, 365 days a year! Not rain dependant!
	Private Guiding The Pulse Africa Way PRESS RELEASE: Exclusive African safari consultants, Pulse Africa, are expanding their services to their clients, by creating a private guiding division.

Our Free State favourites...

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Our selected properties in Free State...

Our exclusive selection of properties range from comfortable, luxurious, exclusive and extravagant. The green symbol indicates exclusively yours properties that can be all yours.

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Best time for visiting Free State [South Africa]...

Cape: best time: September - March / good time: April - May, Bush: best time: March - October / good time: November - February, Kwa-Zulu Natal: best time: Sept - March / good time: April - August

Meet our South Africa experts...

	Lisa De Swardt Lisa joins the Pulse Africa staff as one of our Kenya, Tanzania and South Africa experts. Born and bred in Kenya, Lisa has travelled extensively throughout East Africa and more recently South Africa. One of Lisa's particular skills is her ability to really understand what her clients want and she has the ability to transform this into a perfect holiday.
	Stuart Inglis If you are interested in any of our destinations, but unsure of what you are looking for, what is available or where and when to go, then Stuart, Pulse Africa's Sales & Marketing Director who has travelled extensively throughout Africa, may be the ideal person to talk to.
	Alice Mavundla Alice has recently joined Pulse Africa as a Junior Consultant. She has experience in selling holidays to Zanzibar, Namibia and South Africa. In her attempt to learn more about the travel industry, Alice will be assisting some of the Senior Consultants. In the past Alice has travelled to Namibia and within South Africa. She looks forward to expanding her portfolio.
	Warren Pearson Having spent time managing and guiding at luxury safari camps in Tanzania and South Africa Warren brings a new meaning to the phrase "know what you sell". Warrens holidays stem from a deep understanding and love for the wilds of Africa. Warren also brings a new aspect to personalised service. He is Pulse Africa's in house Private Guide - see private guide section.
	Natasha Springer Natasha is our Namibia, Mozambique, South Africa and Botswana specialist. Her passion and in depth knowledge of these countries will ensure that your holiday will be a once in a life time experience.
	Robyn Tobias Robyn has been in the safari industry for over fourteen years and is an expert in providing safaris and holidays that are both unique and highly personalised. She has a passion for nature and the outdoors and has an eye for picking the very best camps, lodges and hotels that are out there. Robyn is a highly respected travel consultant and her specific area of expertise is southern Africa.