South Africa

Rainbow Nation with Big Five safaris, Cape Town's Table Mountain, wine regions, and incredible diversity. A world in one country.

Safety B💰💰Food ⭐⭐⭐English OK

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Quick Facts

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Capital

Pretoria

💬

Languages

💰

Currency

🌍

Region

Southern Africa

Entry & Visa

Visa-free for Japanese passport holders (up to 90 days). Passport must have 30 days validity beyond departure and 2 blank pages.

Visa

Not required

Max stay

90 days

Passport

1 months

Budget Guide

Budget

¥3,000

/day

Mid-range

¥7,000

/day

Comfortable

¥16,000

/day

💬 Language

11 official languages. English is widely spoken in business, tourism, and urban areas. Afrikaans, Zulu, and Xhosa also prominent.

🚆 Transport

Domestic flights (SAA, FlySafair). Rental cars essential. Uber in cities. Blue Train luxury rail. Self-drive safaris possible. Gautrain in Johannesburg.

💳 Payment

Cards widely accepted. Cash at informal markets. ATMs available but be cautious. South African Rand offers good value.

📋 Travel Basics

Varied climate. Tap water safe in major cities. Crime is a serious concern — take precautions. Don't walk alone at night in cities. Safari lodges are very safe.