South Africa is the "Rainbow Nation" with spectacular landscapes, rich history and fascinating wildlife. The country at the Cape offers African adventures with excellent infrastructure.
Attractions
Cape Town excites with Table Mountain, V&A Waterfront, Robben Island and nearby Winelands. Kruger National Park is one of the world's best safari areas for the Big Five.
Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth offers spectacular coastal landscapes. Johannesburg tells the story of apartheid in the Apartheid Museum. Drakensberg Mountains are perfect for hikers.
Tipping
Restaurants: 10-15% are common. Safari guides: R50-100 per person/day. Game rangers: R30-50 per person/day. Hotel staff: R10-20 per service. Gas station attendants: R5-10 (full service is standard).
Traffic Rules
Highway: 120 km/h
Country roads: 100 km/h
Urban areas: 60 km/h
Residential areas: 40 km/h
Important: Left-hand traffic. 4-way stops are frequent - first come, first go. Hijacking risk in cities - lock doors. Alcohol limit: 0.5 per thousand.
Currency & Payment
South Africa uses the Rand (ZAR). Card payment is widespread. Chip & PIN is standard. Contactless payment works well. Cash for markets and tips.
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Important Phone Numbers
Emergency: 10111 (Police), 10177 (Ambulance/Fire)
Tourist Police: 0861 20 20 44
AA Roadside assistance: 0861 00 01 01
Netcare 911: 082 911
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