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
💸Estimated cost for South Africa
Real-time surcharge applied (flight +15% / lodging +5%)
Elevated jet fuel + weak JPY: real prices running ~+15% vs baseline
Updated: 2026-05-16
3N4D Budget
$1,625.42〜
Hostel + self-catering
3N4D Mid
$1,737.98〜
Mid hotel + dining out
3N4D Comfort
$1,991.24〜
Upscale hotel + tours
* Rough estimate: round-trip from Tokyo ¥230,000 + local costs. Actual prices vary widely by season
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Quick Facts
Entry & Visa
* Information for Japanese passport holders. Other nationalities may differ.
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
💬 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.
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✓ Last checked: 2026-07-06Source last updated: 2026-06-24
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