If you re an extroverted individual, going to a holiday location, like South Africa, during a festival, holiday, or event is a great way of having a complete introduction to the culture of the place. Festivals are typically an exuberant expression of the country’s patriotic passions, and even though it isn’t possible to view it the same way as the host country, the atmosphere is something which you can’t help but to enjoy. If a festival isn’t really your thing, there are numerous other events for you to enjoy in South Africa, like a marathon or other sports events, for you to participate in, or to be spectator. South Africa is greatly interested in football, due in part to the world cup there, so the experience you can get from watching a football match there is great. So, if you are considering a South African safari holiday, try and arrange the holiday to coincide with an event, so then you can get a true cultural experience from a great holiday in South Africa.