08 Mar Things you need to know when traveling to South Africa
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- You might need a visa if you are not from Europe, Canada, Australia New Zealand or America
- Language is not a problem if you can speak English
- Kruger Park isn’t the only safari park worth visiting in Eastern Cape, the Addo Elephant Park is known for its abundance of elephants, iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a protected coastal area in KwaZulu Natal, is a great place for spotting hippos, crocodiles, pelicans, and flamingos.
- Health requirements for entry to South Africa: yellow fever vaccination certificate (only for travelers coming from certain African and Latin American countries), comprehensive travel insurance (recommended)
- South Africa is the Adventure Capital of the World!!
- South Africa is a Land of Cultural Diversity
- Plug Sockets: D, M and sometimes N (so you’ll need an adapter if you’re coming from the UK or Ireland). Though most modern hotels will have a USB plus socket
- Driving in South Africa – Drive on the left. Mainly manual cars. When driving keep your doors locked and be aware
- Travelling With Children: If you’re traveling with kids, the South African government recommends you bring a copy of the child’s full birth certificate along to present at border control
- South Africa is a very large country so don’t expect to see it all in a week. Plan your trip by deciding which cities, towns and areas you’d like to visit. Most tourists opt for the cities, like Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, but there’s much more to see than just the main attractions.
- South Africa is great for traveling on a budget
- The monetary unit is the South African Rand and everything, including food and alcohol, is well-priced compared to Western countries. Accommodation is also affordable, whether you opt for a hotel-stay, a guest house or self-catering unit.