South
Africa is primarily a "fly in" destination with several
international carriers that have regular and reliable services. Our
national carrier, SAA offers regular
flights from most international centers. There are other more adventurous
ways of getting here either overland or by sea. There are few ocean
liners that visit South Africa on a regular basis, check with your
local travel agent. The overland route from Cairo, Egypt in North
Africa, can be a fantastic and rewarding experience. It is strongly
suggested that you find a reputable tour operator for an overland
trip as there are many obstacles waiting for the un-wary traveler.
Travelling
in South Africa
Once
in South Africa, there is a well developed infrastructure for getting
around. There are several domestic airlines that offer regular scheduled
services between the major centers as well as private charter companies
that will chart your own route. Several inter-city
bus services have almost daily schedules between all the main
cities stopping at many interesting towns along the way. The
Baz Bus follows the Eastern coastal route with a Hop-on Hop-off
fare, a real fun way to see South Africa for the budget traveler.
There are several luxury train
services as well as a domestic main line service.
On
the Road
The
road in South Africa is excellent and is probably the best way to
see the country. There are many car
hire companies from luxury to absolute budget or be a tortoise
and carry your house with you, hire
a camper. Traveling by road is generally safe and South African
motorists are courteous. Vehicles here are right hand drive and travel
on the left of the road. You must be in position of a valid drivers
license carried with you at all times. Be adventurous and hire
a motorcycle for a few days or embark on an 11 day tour from Cape
Town with SAMT. Petrol
(gas) stations are found in all towns.
