Coverage: Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Southern Africa is an extraordinary and varied region. Explore its coral reefs and mountain peaks, fast towns and ghost towns, red deserts and Cape vineyards with this indispensable guide.

• 131 detailed maps, including a colour regional map
• up-to-date information on visas, border crossings and safety
• extensive advice on hiking, white-water rafting, pony trekking and bird watching
• a wide range of accommodation options, from camp sites to luxury lodges
• invaluable language sections, with phrases in 16 local languages