SOUTH AFRICA INFORMATION Capitals: Pretoria, Cape KRUGER NATIONAL PARK Town, and Bloemfontein

SOUTH AFRICA

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

We will fly from Madagascar into Johannesburg, South Africa on Sunday July 12 and spend 6 nights in Johannesburg and Kruger National Park. We will fly to Cape Town, South Africa on Saturday July 18. We will spend 2 nights in Cape Town before beginning our 40-day camping tour through 8 African countries, ending up in Nairobi, Kenya on Saturday August 29.

Kruger National Park (control + left click for hyperlinks)

Table Mountain, Cape Town

Alfred & Victoria Waterfront, Cape Town

Milnerton Lighthouse, Cape Town

Boulders Beach, Cape Town (Penguins)

Cape Agulhas

Kgalagadi National Park

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

COUNTRY SOUTH AFRICA INFORMATION Capitals: Pretoria, Cape KRUGER NATIONAL PARK Town, and Bloemfontein

Size: Twice as big as Texas

Languages: Zulu, Xhosa, Afrikaans, Sepedi, English, Tswana, Sesotho, Tsonga, Swati, Venda and Ndebele

Visa? For <90 days, issued at port of entry

Emergency No: 10111

American Consulate: +(27) 702-7300 / 021-702- 7411(from within South Africa)

Driving Reqs: US License Okay

Side of the road they drive on: LEFT

Currency: Rand = 100 cents

Religions: Christianity 68%, Islam 2%, Hinduism 1%

Vaccinations: Yellow Fever

CRIME WARNING: (CONTROL + LEFT CLICK FOR HYPERLINK)

Civil Unrest: Strikes and demonstrations occur frequently. These can develop quickly without prior notification and occasionally turn violent, and may include the burning of vehicles, buildings, or tires – which may serve as road blocks; throwing rocks or other objects; or physical attacks. Strikes and demonstrations can also interrupt traffic and provision of electricity, water, public transportation, fuel, and other goods and services. Periodic incidents of mob violence directed against refugees and immigrants from other African countries have occurred in South Africa.

Precautions:

 Avoid demonstrations and use vigilance during your movements around the country. Even events intended to be peaceful can become violent.  Maintain caution in areas frequented by foreigners.  Monitor news and consular messages.

Crime: South Africa has a very high level of crime. Violent crimes, such as armed robbery, rape, carjacking, mugging, and "smash-and-grab" attacks on vehicles affect visitors and residents alike. Crime can occur anywhere, and U.S. government staff and visitors have been robbed in the immediate vicinity of our diplomatic facilities. You should exercise particular caution in the central business districts (CBDs) of major cities, especially after dark. Crime victims have also been targeted in the arrivals hall of OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, followed, and then robbed once they reach their home or hotel.

 Avoid walking alone especially after dark.  Avoid visiting informal settlement areas unless you are with someone familiar with the area.  Do not display cash and valuables.  Drive with doors locked and windows closed.  Always carry a copy of your U.S. passport and visa (if applicable). Keep original documents in a secure location.

HEALTH

Special Circumstances: In March 2017, the city of Cape Town declared a state of disaster due to drought, and the Western Cape government declared a state of disaster throughout the province in May 2017. The Government has implemented restrictions on water usage and urges all residents and visitors to minimize their consumption of water. Restrictions and rationing of water may become more stringent as the available supply dwindles. The City of Cape Town website contains current information on reservoir levels and water restrictions.

DISEASES The following diseases are prevalent:

 Malaria

 Typhoid

TRAVEL WARNING Game parks and outdoor safety: Visitors have been injured and killed by wild animals in South Africa. It is dangerous to leave your vehicle in game parks outside of designated areas. Observe park regulations. Be mindful of sharks when swimming. Rip tides are common and very dangerous. Do not swim alone in isolated beach areas or dive into unfamiliar waters.

Hikers must be prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions and ensure they have proper clothing and supplies. Many areas, especially in the Western Cape province, experience brush fires during the summer months (December-February). These fires can burn for several days. Monitor local media and follow fire crew instructions regarding road closures and evacuations.