South Africa
South Africa presents an extraordinary tapestry of wildlife safaris, dramatic coastlines, and vibrant multicultural cities. Track the Big Five in world-renowned game reserves, visit Cape Town's stunning Table Mountain, and experience a nation's powerful history and artistic energy.
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Low
Best Time
Sep-Nov (spring, Namaqualand flower season), Mar-May (autumn)
Budget
USD 40–300 per day
Language
English, Zulu, Xhosa, and 8 other official languages
Currency
South African Rand (ZAR)
Climate
Southern hemisphere subtropical climate, seasons opposite to Northern hemisphere. Summer (Nov-Mar) warm 20-30°C, winter (Jun-Aug) mild 5-15°C. Cape Town: Mediterranean climate. Interior plateau: large day-night temperature swings.
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| Passport | Visa Type | Max Stay | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 30 days | Free |
| Canada Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 30 days | Free |
| China Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Required | — | — |
| Germany Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 30 days | Free |
| France Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 30 days | Free |
| United Kingdom Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 90 days | Free |
| India Updated 2026-06-01 |
Visa Required | 90 days | — |
| Japan Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 90 days | Free |
| South Korea Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 30 days | Free |
| United States Updated 2026-06-10 |
Visa Free | 90 days | Free |
Other passports
May be outdated — verify before travel
Please refer to official government sources before travel.
Current passport coverage: CN, US, JP, KR, GB, DE, FR, AU, CA, IN, BR, IT, ES, NL. More passports coming soon.
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