Travel to South Africa
Time Zone
GMT +2
Climate
South Africa has large variations in climate. While Cape Town and
the surrounding Western Cape have a Mediterranean climate, the
Garden Routehas year round rainfall, The inland Karoo is largely
arid while the East Coast is hot and humid. The Northern
Escarpment attracts summer thunderstorms.
Summer : Oct - March
Winter : May - Aug (possible snow fall in Mountainous regions)
Clothing
Clothing should be cool and light in summer and warm in winter.
it is preferable to dress in layers, so that warm clothes can be
shed as the temperature can change rapidly in certain regions.
Languages
There are 11 official languages in south Africa, although English
and Afrikaans are the most widely spoken. Twenty - Three percent
speak Zulu and 17% Xhosa.
Population
South Africa has a population of 44 819 778 of which 32% are
under 14.
Health
Anti Malaria precautions should be taken when traveling to
Northern and Eastern parts. Tick bite fever in areas where
there is long grass. Other than a certificate of inoculation
for traveling from a yellow fever area, no other inoculations
are compulsory.
Transport
Air Travel internally and internationally is good and fairly
frequent. The main international Airport is Johannesburg
International. The main seaports are Cape town Durban and Port
Elizabeth. The Countries roads are also generally good.
Communications
There are over 5 million telephone lines and 7 million mobile
users in the country. Internet connections and cafes are also
widely available. There are also numerous radio and television
stations.
Electricity
The Electricity supply is 220/240 Volts AC, 50 Hz.
Water
Tap water is safe across the country and bottled water is also
obtainable at most supermarket and general stores.
Currency
The national currency is the South African Rand which is divided
into 100 cents. All Major credit cards are accepted at most
establishments. ATM are also widely available. Travelers
cheques can be exchanged at airports and most banking
institutions.
Public Holidays
January 1 - New Years Day
March 21 - Human Rights Day
Good Friday (variable)
Easter Monday (variable)
April 27 - Freedom Day
May 1 - Workers Day
June 16 - Youth Day
August 9 - National Womens Day
September 24 - Heritage Day
December 16 - Day of Reconciliation
December 25 - Christmas Day
December 26 - Day of Goodwill
If the public holiday falls on a Sunday the Monday following is
a public holiday.
Entry Regulations
All Visitors need a valid passport and proof of return booking.
It is advisable to check with South African embassies for Visa
requirements. Transit and multi-entry visas are advised for
visitors intending to visit neighbouring countries
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