 South Africa's advanced roads system South Africa drives on the left and has an excellent network of roads, linking the largest metropolitan areas to the remotest villages. Speed limits: Urban areas 60 km/h, rural areas 100 km/h, freeways 120 km/h. An International Driving Permit is recommended (valid driver's licenses are accepted, provided they have a clear photograph and English print). |
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 Car rentals in South Africa You can find reliable, efficient and cost effective vehicle rentals to suit all your transport needs. In association with two of the worlds largest franchised car rental organizations, you are able to rent an economy, luxury and speciality vehicles of your choice with guaranteed backup and assistance countrywide. |
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KwaZulu Natal is not well served by public transport and visitors should check with tourist information offices before setting out.
Transport:
International and domestic airlines operate between the main cities, with charter services available. Coach tours operate daily nation-wide with Greyhound Citiliner, Translux Express and Intercape among the largest. Intercity train services are good with regular bus services available. Local taxis don't cruise! Call the taxi companies or find them at a centrally located taxi rank (usually at city centers and major airports). Make sure the meter starts from zero.
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The N2 is a major national road that stretches across KwaZulu Natal, linking Gauteng and Mapumalanga with the KwaZulu-Natal coast.
The regional roads R33, R34, P66, P68 and P69 that crisscross most of the area are all tarred and well-used. Consult local information offices about using the secondary untarred roads, especially as some of them deteriorate after heavy rains. A handful of the wilderness areas require four-wheel drive vehicles.
From a safety point of view, plan your route in advance. If you're heading for one of Zululand's more remote corners in a self-drive vehicle, check with a local tourism information office or even the nearest police station for any precautions that may be necessary. It's advisable to keep doors locked and windows closed, and valuable items should be kept out of sight in the boot (trunk) of the car. At night, park in well-lit areas and avoid giving rides to strangers.
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It is advisable to carry an International Driving Permit obtainable in your home country. |
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The currency in South Africa is the Rand.
Banknotes currently available are R200, R100, R50, R20 and RIO,
Coins of R5, R2, Rl, 50c, 20c, 10c and 5c are in use.
There are 100 cents in Rl.
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14% tax is charged on most purchased goods and services. However, foreign tourists are able to reclaim this money on their departure from the country.
Ask for more information at the Airport on arrival. |
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There are well-equipped and professionally staffed public hospitals and clinics throughout the province, as well as private medical facilities and special care units.
Sea and Mountain Rescue, Emergency and Ambulance services are just a phone call away.
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Malaria is endemic in the low-lying areas of coastal Zululand and Maputaland, especially as you get close to the Mozambique and Swaziland borders. It is advisable to take precautions when visiting these areas, especially in the hot summer months.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist.
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Kwazulu-Natal experiences hot summers and mild winters all year round in the low-lying coastal areas.
In the Midlands and the northern interior, winters are cold with frost.
The Drakensberg is extremely cold in winter with occasional snowfalls.
The province is a summer rainfall area. |
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