Why December/January Is The Best Time To Visit South Africa For Cricket: A Complete Travel Guide

Why December/January Is The Best Time To Visit South Africa For Cricket: A Complete Travel Guide

At a Glance: The Ultimate Winter Sun Cricket Tour

• Best Time to Visit: December & January (Peak summer in South Africa)
• Event: England on Tour in South Africa (Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town)
• Highlight Event: Epic New Year's Eve Cape Town 2027 celebrations at the Waterfront.
• Weather: Cloudless blue skies, high temperatures, warming oceans.
• Price: From £7,295.00 per person sharing

Escaping the Winter: Sun, Sea, and Cricket

For followers of cricket, does anything really beat sitting back under a clear blue sky, enjoying the feeling of the sun warming your bones, with something chilled in your hand watching as England’s finest cricketers test themselves against their mighty South African foes?

Well just imagine if you could do this in one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in one of the world’s most scenic cities? Make this dream a reality by joining Africa Travel’s unique tour this December to Cape Town to watch South Africa versus England in action at the Newlands Cricket Ground.

England are touring South Africa this winter, playing in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Bloemfontein & Paarl across the months of January and February. So aside from the wonderful sporting action, just what makes travelling to South Africa during these months so appealing?

The Perfect Summer Climate

For starters there’s the weather. Whilst the UK is saddled with rain, snow and dark mornings over this period, the opposite is true of South Africa. It is the prime holiday season in Cape Town, with long unbroken days of high temperatures and blue cloudless skies. Rain is a rarity and the great outdoors is the place to be. It is also one of the few times when The Cape’s notoriously chilly waters warm up a little and allow the not-so-brave to take a dip in the ocean.

New Year's Eve Cape Town 2027: A Celebration Like No Other

December and January traditionally see an influx of visitors to Cape Town, creating a unique buzz and vibrancy which can be felt out on the streets, in the bars and restaurants, and at the cricket.

On a par with places such as Sydney or Rio, Cape Town is also one of the best spots on the planet to ring in the New Year. The fireworks launched from the Waterfront Development are legendary, and on Africa Travel’s tour these can easily be seen from your luxurious base – the Radisson Collection Hotel Waterfront.

In fact, what better way to spend New Year's Eve in Cape Town seeing in 2027 than by attending the hotel’s exclusive New Year’s Eve Party and celebrating with a glass in hand as the skies light up around you? The following day, you will then enjoy a relaxing catamaran sunset cruise along the Cape Town coastline.

VIP Hospitality and The Cape Wine Region

The tour will also take the lucky few into the Cape’s famed Wine Region for some time in Franschhoek and for some wine-tasting and a gourmet lunch on the historic Vergelegen Wine Estate.

After taking in the sights, five days are spent watching the cricketing action from the very best seats in the house at Newlands. Whilst you sit in comfort and see the sporting stars perform, you will enjoy:

• Welcome drinks & snacks
• Complimentary gourmet lunch
• Traditional afternoon tea
• Complimentary drinks available throughout the day

H2/Green Season Safaris and Summer Extensions

Those keen to explore more than the superb hospitality on offer at Newlands on Africa Travel’s tour can take advantage of the weather at this time of year by heading off on safari to the Kruger, where the "green season" means plenty of new-born animals to spot.

January is also the time of year when the mighty Victoria Falls start to be at their mightiest, and when the beaches of Mozambique are at their best. Let Africa Travel tailor-make your trip around this tour and take advantage of the fact that the cricket is being played at the absolute best time of year to visit South Africa.

Book Your Winter Sun Cricket Tour Today

Join Africa Travel’s exclusive tour this winter, costing from just £7,295.00 per person sharing.

• Email: info@africatravel.co.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Why is December/January the best time for a South Africa cricket tour?

During December and January, South Africa experiences its peak summer. While the UK is in the depths of winter, Cape Town offers long, unbroken days of high temperatures, cloudless blue skies, and a vibrant holiday atmosphere perfect for outdoor sports and beach days.

2. Where is the best place to spend New Year's Eve 2027 in Cape Town?

H3/2. Where is the best place to spend New Year's Eve 2027 in Cape Town?
Cape Town is world-renowned for its NYE celebrations, on par with Sydney and Rio. The V&A Waterfront hosts legendary fireworks. On this tour, guests will see in 2027 at an exclusive New Year’s Eve party at the 5-star Radisson Collection Hotel Waterfront, offering spectacular views of the celebrations.

3. What is the "Green Season" for safaris in South Africa?

December and January fall into the "Green Season" in the Kruger National Park. The summer rains transform the bush into lush green landscapes, and it is the prime time of year to spot new-born animals and migratory birds.

4. Can I swim in the ocean in Cape Town during December?

Yes. While the Atlantic ocean around the Cape is notoriously chilly year-round, the peak summer months of December and January are one of the few times the waters warm up enough to comfortably take a dip.

5. Is January a good time to visit Victoria Falls?

Yes, January is an excellent time to visit Victoria Falls. As the summer rains begin to feed the Zambezi River, the falls start to reach their mightiest and most spectacular water levels.

6. What matches are England playing in South Africa this winter?

During the winter tour across January and February, England will be playing Test matches and ODIs against South Africa in major cities including Johannesburg, Cape Town (Newlands), Bloemfontein, and Paarl.

7. What does the Africa Travel Newlands package include?

Costing from £7,295.00 per person, the package includes 9 nights at the Radisson Collection Hotel (with the NYE 2027 party), a catamaran sunset cruise, a gourmet Winelands day trip, and 5 days of exclusive VIP hospitality in a 24-guest suite at the Newlands Cricket Ground.