Tap water in the Western Cape is generally safe to drink and cook with when taken from taps in urban areas. This means you can save on plastic and just fill up your water bottle each day! If you are visiting a rural area, you do need to be extra careful as the water may
The Western Cape is a malaria-free area. Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease which is prevalent throughout the year in the Kruger National Park and the low-lying areas of northern KwaZulu-Natal. If you are heading to the above-mentioned areas then you should consult a healthcare professional about the ideal prophylactic. The type of prophylactic will be
South Africa requires all travellers journeying from or transiting through yellow fever risk countries to show proof of yellow fever vaccination by means of a valid yellow fever certificate. Please see more information here.
There are pharmacies throughout South Africa, and many everyday medications, such as painkillers, are available over the counter. Some large chain stores also have in-store pharmacies that offer good value for money. If you have a specific medical condition, it would be wise to carry the relevant doctor’s prescription with you. In the event of
South Africa has a well-developed healthcare system and there are both public and private hospitals in the country. Be sure to top up your medical and travel insurance before leaving home. Mediclinic is a private hospital group that offers a 24hr emergency services. There are many general practitioners (GPs) and specialists to choose from in the
