5 Things You Should Know Before Traveling in South Africa
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Image: Kruger National Park, photo taken by Joss Woodhead, unsplash
South Africa is indeed the favourite child of Mother Nature as it is abundant of incredible sights, mesmerizing sea beaches, magnificent mountains, and sand dunes to savannas teeming with wildlife. The country is ready to awe-struck you with its traditional charm and natural beauty. South Africa is an incredibly affordable travel destination regarding food, accommodation, and transport.
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Still, before you start exploring, know about South Africa a little more.
South Africa is an affordable travel destination
South Africa is a much affordable travel destination than you think. Tourists often think traveling South Africa will cut their pocket, but it’s incredibly cheap due to the weakness of the South African Rand. Most of the activities won’t break the bank unless you go for a high-end safari experience.
You will find excellent accommodation on a budget easily anywhere you travel in the country. Most national parks, including Kruger National Park, have suitable budget-friendly accommodation to make your experience a memorable one without looting your pocket. And, of course, there are no fees for enjoying the sea beach or hiking mountains.
And, when it comes to food and beverages (especially wine), prices are unbelievably pocket-friendly. You will get a fancy coffee like a flat white coffee for $2 and a glass full of fine wine for $4. In fact, in most prominent cities, you will enjoy delicious traditional and continental foods at a low price.
You will find South Africa an extremely affordable country to travel to if you can skip high-end hotels and restaurants, which often attract overseas travellers.
Travel during the milder season
Winter is not the appropriate time to travel to South Africa. Travelers like to take a holiday trip during the Christmas holiday; hence, the country seems to be very busy during December. But, spring and autumn are the seasons to get the best of South Africa.
Not only will the weather be mild, but also you can experience seasonal attractions like whale watching in the Western Cape, the blossoming of wildflowers in Namaqualand, or Shark Cage Diving in Gansbaai. In fact, prices will be cheap, and accommodation will be available during off-season, specifically, if you want to go for a safari.
During spring and autumn, flights will be cheaper and less crowded in the top tourist attractions. If you are