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Travel tips
Travel safe and
enjoy your stay
Blend in – avoid looking like a tourist! Avoid valuable displays. Don’t wear expensive jewellery. Keep cameras, mobile phones and other expensive valuables safe. Do not leave items unattended. Avoid unwanted attention by keeping money, passports and other valuables in a safe at your accommodation. Rather safe than sorry – keep your vehicle doors locked. Don’t overpack! Be sure
Pay attention. Make sure you pay attention to your surroundings and location. Packing tip
Do your homework. Know what to expect when travelling somewhere.
to leave some space in your luggage for souvenirs and other stuff you will come across. South
Africa is a relatively affordable vacation for visitors and you will want to make purchases along the way.
Don’t forget
A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen Comfortable walking shoes A camera and binoculars Lightweight clothes for the hot summer days Lip balm and insect repellent
Did you forget to pack something?
Don’t worry. South Africa has great shopping malls and markets to choose from.
Money matters
South Africa uses the Rand. You can expect notes R200, R100, R50, R20 and R10. All major international credit cards such as MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club and Visa are widely accepted. In some smaller shops and markets, you might need to pay in cash only.
Hiking
tips
The number one rule is to not hike alone Check the weather Choose a trail for your fitness level Familiarize yourself with the trail Tell someone about your hiking plans, whether it be the receptionist at your place of accommodation or a friend Dress lightly and comfortably Take the necessary essentials along, including enough drinking water
Mobile phone services in South Africa
South Africa has four major cellular networks which include Vodacom, MTN, Cell C and Telkom. When purchasing a pay-as-you-go SIM card, make sure you have your identity documents with you, such as your passport and proof of address (proof of where you will stay) to get your SIM card activated.
Explore our
wine farms!
Cape Town is popular for its wine farms. There are several wine routes to choose from. A lot of the wines farms also offer food and wine pairing options. Important: When visiting wine farms for wine tasting, do not self-drive. It is best to make use of a responsible tour guide. Drinking and driving kills.
When self-driving
The speed limit on national roads is 120km per hour Keep left Don’t overtake when it is not safe to do so Always make sure to hire the appropriate vehicle for your planned route Don’t overload
dialFor emergency services –
South African Police Services
10111
112
For any emergency from your mobile phone
For ambulance services
10177
waterDrinking
Did you know?
South Africa boasts some of the cleanest tap water in the word which is safe to drink.
Note: Some areas in South Africa still experience drought – please use water wisely.
Safari Safari
safety tips
It is advised to stay in your vehicle all the time. Do not offer wild animals any sort of food from your vehicle. Keep a safe distance from animals at all times. Keep your vehicle windows closed when self-driving, like in the Kruger National Park. When you are on a walking safari tour and you encounter any sort of wild animal – find a quick escape route and walk away slowly. Do not swim in rivers or lakes unless you are advised that it is safe to do so. South Africa has several venomous snakes. Wear socks and boots when walking around in the bush or when on hiking trails.
Be vigilant
As in many other countries, tourists are easy targets for petty criminals who steal valuable items and cash. Don’t be too comfortable wherever you are or go. Be vigilant, however, remain friendly at all times. Make memories and lots of friends.
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