Transport & Getting Around 🚙✈️💨
From Car Guards to Card Tips — Navigate like a Local
Kellie Paxian
Cape Town, South Africa
South Africa is super easy to navigate once you know the basics — whether you’re hopping in an Uber, road-tripping along the Garden Route, or taking a domestic flight. Here’s the lowdown:
Uber everywhere. Reliable, safe, and convenient for city trips. Skip street taxis.
Rent a car for road trips. Perfect for exploring at your own pace. Heads up: South Africans drive on the left!
Car guards (informal parking attendants). You’ll often find them watching over cars in lots or on the street. A tip of R5–R10 when you leave is customary — think of it as cheap parking insurance.
Gas stations. Full service! Attendants pump your gas, wash windows, and check oil/tyres. Tip R5–R10 if you like (“Add 5 rand for yourself”).
Private transfers. Ideal for safaris or long distances — book in advance for comfort and safety.
Domestic flights. Carriers like FlySafair, Cemair, and Airlink connect major hubs. Airlink is slightly more comfortable, but all are reliable.
Luxury trains. For a once-in-a-lifetime journey, splurge on the Blue Train or Rovos Rail — old-school glamour with breathtaking scenery.
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