Do I need a visa to enter South Africa?

Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Citizens from certain countries may be exempt from obtaining a visa for short stays. To determine if you need a visa, it's best to check with the South African embassy or consulate in your home country. Find out more here . Additionally, South Africa offers a visa waiver program for certain countries, allowing visitors to enter for tourism purposes without a visa for a specified period. Make sure you have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your entry into South Africa and at least 1 blank page in your passport for endorsements.

Is South Africa safe for tourists?

South Africa is safe to visit, but like most developing countries, it's important to be street-smart: Keep a watchful eye on your belongings, whether you're solo or with a group. Avoid displaying valuables like phones and cameras, especially when out and about. Do not walk alone in deserted areas at night. Don’t keep large sums of money on you. When self-driving, be aware of the distance between the towns or petrol stations and know how to handle breakdowns or a flat tire. Admire wildlife from a safe distance –never exit your vehicle in national parks or reserves except at designated areas.

Can I self-drive in South Africa?

When driving in South Africa, travellers can use their valid foreign driver's licence if it meets specific criteria: it should be in English (or any other official South African language) or have an official English translation, and include a photo and signature. Road conditions vary by region. In the Western Cape, roads are generally well-maintained. In areas like the Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal, occasional potholes may be encountered. To navigate, we recommend using Google Maps for the best routes, which will likely correspond to well-kept roads.

What currency is used in South Africa?

South Africa uses the currency Rand (ZAR) exclusively. You can exchange your currency for Rand at selected airports, banks, currency exchange offices, or ATMs. Card facilities are widely available, reducing the need for excessive cash on hand. Before your trip, check if your credit or debit card will work in South Africa for convenient card payments. However, it's advisable to carry some cash for small tips and when visiting remote destinations.

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Rhino River Lodge

From €225 /person

4.5 Sustainability Rating

Experience the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and South African hospitality at Rhino River Lodge.

At Rhino River Lodge, the lodge offers guests comfortable and attractive accommodation. The log cabins are ideally suited to families and sleep up to 5 people. Each cabin features two bedrooms, a comfortable lounge, private verandah. The luxurious en-suite double units are set under a thatch roof with a private verandah overlooking the lodge grounds and river-bed below. The lounge and dining room at Rhino River Lodge are set high on the banks of the Msunduze River lined with magnificent Sycamore Fig and Fever Trees. On top of that, every guest can end the day in the smells of the campfire, the sounds of the African night, and the splendour of an unpolluted starry sky.

At Rhino River Lodge, the lodge offers guests comfortable and attractive accommodation. The log cabins ...

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Family Loft Chalet 1

3•

Generously sized indoor lounge and a tea station with a mini bar fridge. Comprising two bedrooms, including an upstairs loft bedroom, and featuring a bathroom with a shower and bathtub, as well as a private outdoor deck. Inclusive of meals and game drives; beverages are not included.

Family Loft Chalet 2

2•

Enjoy a roomy indoor lounge with a convenient tea station and a mini bar fridge. This accommodation features two bedrooms, including an upstairs loft bedroom, along with a bathroom equipped with a shower and bathtub. Step outside to your private deck. Your stay includes meals and thrilling game drives, but beverages are not included.

Deluxe Room 3

2•

Indulge in a luxurious en-suite room, where you can opt for a king-sized bed or two single beds adorned with a spacious white mosquito net. Enjoy a private deck overlooking the bush, a tea station, and a well-stocked mini bar. Your stay includes meals and exciting game drives, with beverages excluded.

Deluxe Room 4

2•

Experience luxury in our double ensuite room with a private entrance and verandah. Enjoy the convenience of tea and coffee making facilities along with a well-stocked mini bar. Additionally, this room can accommodate one child under 12 years. Your stay includes meals and exhilarating game drives, with beverages excluded.

Deluxe Room 5

2•

Discover our luxurious double ensuite room, boasting a private entrance and a serene verandah. You'll find tea and coffee making facilities as well as a well-appointed mini bar. Plus, this room can comfortably accommodate one child under 12 years old. Your stay includes meals and thrilling game drives, with beverages not included.

Deluxe Room 6

2•

Experience the luxury of our double ensuite room featuring a private entrance and a charming verandah. Choose between a comfortable king bed or two single beds. Enjoy the convenience of in-room tea and coffee facilities and a well-stocked mini bar. Your stay includes meals and exciting game drives, with beverages excluded.

Homestead

2•

A minimum of 3 guests is required to book this luxurious private house with its own refreshing plunge pool. The house features two spacious bedrooms, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms featuring both outdoor showers and indoor bath tubs, positioned at opposite ends of the house. Your stay includes meals and exciting game drives, with beverages excluded.

Cottage

7•

This accommodation comprises two ground floor bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom featuring outdoor showers, and one loft bedroom with a third bathroom downstairs. Relax in the indoor lounge and dining area or take a dip in the private plunge pool on the outside viewing deck. Your stay includes meals and exhilarating game drives, with beverages not included. Minimum occupancy of 3 guests required.