Visas
Passport holders from more than 80 countries, including the USA, Canada, Japan and the European Union countries can visit South Africa without visas. For further information contact your local office of the diplomatic or consular representative of the South African government.

Water
In the major cities and towns and most game reserves, tap water is purified and 100% safe to drink

Time Differences
Throughout the year, Standard Time in South Africa is 2 hours ahead of GMT, one hour ahead of Central European Winter Time, and seven hours in advance of Eastern Standard Winter Time.

Languages
South Africa currently has 11 official languages. English is spoken everywhere. French, Italian and German are spoken by staff members at major hotels and shops.

Health Requirements
If coming from a yellow fever zone then it is obligatory to have your up-to-date vaccination card with you. It is advisable to take malaria precautions if travelling to game reserves.

Insurance
It is strongly recommended that insurance is taken out prior to arrival for travel and medical cover.

Petrol
Most petrol stations are open 24 hours a day. However this must be paid for in cash. International Credit cards are not accepted for petrol transactions.

Religions
Most denominations are represented. Churches, mosques, temples and synagogues are located in most major cities.

Currency
The currency unit is the Rand, denoted by the symbol R. R1 = 100 cents. Foreign currency can be exchanged at commercial banks.

Credit Cards
Major international credit cards such as American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa and their affiliates are accepted in South Africa. However, use may be restricted in small towns and country areas. Automatic teller machines ATM's are situated outside most banks in towns and cities and operated 24 hours a day.

Electricity
City and town power systems are generally 220/230 volts AC. Three pin plugs are used. So an adapter may be necessary.

Telephones
Mobile/cell phone cards are availabile for the GSM system.

VAT
Currently set at 14%. VAT is included in the market/quoted price of most goods and services.
Foreign visitors are not exempt from paying VAT on purchased goods. However they may claim back VAT paid on items taken out of the country on condition the value exceeds R250. The refund may be claimed at the airport of departure, at various harbours and at customs offices.

The following documentation is required:

Original Tax invoice, VAT refund control sheet and foreign passport. The items on which a refund is claimed must also be presented.

Terms and Conditions

• All prices are subject to change according to availability and rates of exchange.
• 50% deposit at the time of reservation and the balance 1 month prior to arrival.
• Cancellation Fees
  • 4-6 Weeks prior to arrival 30% of total price of the package
  • 2-4 Weeks prior to arrival 80% of total price of the package
  • 1-2 Weeks prior to arrival 90% of total price of the package
  • 7 days or less prior to arrival 100% of total price of the package
• Demayne Adventures as a broker cannot be held responsible for eventual delays or other faults occurred from a third party.