COUNTRY
The Republic of South Africa, although dealing with its current domestic issues, has developed into one of the most popular hunting destinations in Africa. Offering a high degree of professionalism by the professional hunters and outfitters and offering the largest variety of trophy species available including all of the Big Five. With the current daily rates being at relatively affordable levels, as compared to many other countries, the hunter can get an outstanding value for their money. Compared to the security problems being experienced world wide South Africa remains a safe and secure destination.
PROVINCES
South Africa is divided into nine provinces all of which offer hunting of one type or another.
GEOGRAPHY
South Africa is situated on the southernmost tip of Africa and is bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. It covers an area of approximately 1 227 200 square kilometers with the Indian Ocean to the East and the Atlantic Ocean to the West.
CLIMATE
South Africa has a very sunny climate which can vary tremendously in temperature. Ranging from subtropical conditions in the North to almost Mediterranean type conditions in the Cape. Mid-winter occurs in July and mid-summer in January.
CURRENCY
The currency is the South African Rand and the international symbol is ZAR. One rand equals 100 cents. Rands are accepted country wide as well as US Dollars in certain situations.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Traveller’s cheques and foreign currency notes of all major currencies can be obtained at commercial banks, airports and major hotels.
CREDIT CARDS
Most credit cards are accepted by retail outlets. But please bear in mind that Safari S.A. does not accept credit card payments due to the reasons mentioned earlier (please see terms of business).
ELECTRICITY
South Africa’s electricity supply is 220 volts AC 50 HZ. Appliances of a lesser voltage require transformers and adaptors.
LANGUAGES
South Africa has eleven official languages with English, Afrikaans, Zulu and Zhosa being the most widely used. However, English is spoken and understood by most people in the country.
WATER
The water in South Africa is extremely palatable and is perfectly safe to drink, however should one be a little uneasy with tap water, bottled water is freely available.