South Africa Travel Guide
South Africa travel guide provides information for tourists covering travel tips, driving, safety, transport and customs.
Discover a world in one and a rainbow nation offering value for money destinations.
The rainbow nation is a year round destination and a marvellous family holiday playground.
In our South Africa travel guide you will also find information on banking and currency regulations.
The official currency is the Zuid-Afrikaanse Rand, taking its name from the Witwatersrand (White-waters-ridge in Afrikaans).
This is the ridge upon which Johannesburg is built and where most of South Africa’s gold deposits were found.
Head inland and check out amazing canyon hikes, wildlife watching and other natural opportunities.
Hang out in the seaside towns, enjoy some South African wines, and visit the museums for an interesting bouquet of culture.
PEAK SEASONS
are between October and February and again between March and April
Tourist accommodation is in high demand during these seasons and visitors are advised to book well in advance to avoid disappointment
TIME
South Africa is two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), one hour ahead of Central European Winter Time, eight hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time and seven hours ahead of Eastern Standard Winter Time, USA.
There is no daylight saving in South Africa
There are no time-zone changes between South Africa and most neighbouring countries, except Namibia
Holiday Package Tours – Travel Packages and Day Trips throughout South Africa with Photos, Maps and Current Prices.
At the southernmost tip of the African continent lies South Africa. Whether you travel east, west, north or south of the country, you will find adventure and tours to fill that bucket list.
Our range of tours are designed for all tastes and budgets. Tours are conducted in small groups .