Travel Money for South Africa: Rand for the Whole Route

Cape Town, the Winelands and a safari make the classic South Africa itinerary, and rand is the thread running through all of it. Order your travel money in advance from a commission-free provider such as Travel FX and land ready for the first braai.

Cash on the ground

Car guards, market traders, township tours, roadside farm stalls and tips for trackers and guides all work in cash, even where cards dominate the cities.

Safari tipping

Lodges publish tipping guidelines for rangers and staff, nearly always settled in cash at the end of the stay, so build it into the budget from the start.

Before you fly

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