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Transport Guide Cape Town<\/h2>\n
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South Africa<\/a> is by far the economic powerhouse of Africa, and the key elements of its transportation system \u2013 the roads, rails and airport \u2013 reflect this. There are large, well-maintained highways and long-distance rails connecting all the major cities, which, along with the airways, provide a range of choices when it comes to traveling between areas.<\/p>\n

Numerous domestic and international airlines run flights between Cape Town<\/a>, the rest of the country, and the rest of the world. It\u2019s difficult to answer the question of whether they should be considered expensive, as that will surely depend on the corner of the world from which you hail. Considering local fuel prices, for one person traveling alone, they are cheaper than driving the same distance, but (usually) more costly than taking the rail. Below are domestic flight prices from a few national airlines for comparison\u2019s sake below. Note that flights on the same airline, even on the same day, can vary by thousands of ZAR depending on demand. Always check dates within a month of your intended departure to find good deals.<\/p>\n

Mango Airlines<\/strong>: Cape Town to Johannesburg, Return: R770<\/p>\n

Cape Town to Durban, Return: R474<\/p>\n

South African Airways (SAA)<\/strong>: Cape Town to Johannesburg: R1920<\/p>\n

Cape Town to Durban: R1610<\/p>\n

Visit\u00a0http:\/\/www.flysaa.com<\/a>\u00a0for a quote, or call 0861 359 722 for more information.<\/p>\n

Within Cape Town, the roads are well kept, and having a car is generally the most convenient way to get around (surpassed during rush hour by motorcycles and scooters, which are pleasant to drive in summer). Having a car is also the safer option when it comes to avoiding theft and assault, which is not uncommon in and around South African train stations, even more so the deeper into the suburbs you go. Hijackings are a rare occurrence in the city, unlike Johannesburg, where every other person seems to have borne firsthand witness to at least one.<\/p>\n

That said, driving is also more costly, especially if you\u2019re commuting from a relatively distant suburb such as Hout Bay or Muizenberg. Getting to Cape Town from Hout Bay by car would cost you around R20 in fuel, compared to a R10 bus ticket. A train ticket from Muizenberg might cost R14, compared to the R25 to R30 you\u2019d spend on fuel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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01<\/td>\nIt is critical to ensure you have the correct visa before you arrive as you will need to return home to make changes if you have the wrong visa.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
02<\/td>\nSafety should be a top priority. Sign up with a good security company and ensure your home is fitted with the latest security equipment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
03<\/td>\nWear sunglasses and sunscreen throughout the year. The UV rays in South Africa are extremely strong.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
04<\/td>\nBe adventurous, not stupid. Whenever you go on a new hike or nature walk, do it with a local who knows the route and the time it takes to get back.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
05<\/td>\nFollow the networking process. Join a few expatriate clubs. It\u2019s a lot easier to travel the grapevine between social scenes than to jump into on<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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