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A valid passport with a blank page is necessary and valid at least 30 days after the return is necessary. It must hava at least two blank pages. Please check if you need a visa depending on your nationality HERE .

No vaccination is mandatory. 

The recommended vaccines are: diphtheria, tetanus, polio, whooping cough, hepatitis B, hepatitis A and typhoid.

The South African currency is the Rand (ZAR).

In December, Johannesburg benefits from around 8 hours of sunshine per day and a pretty warm climate. You still risk having short rains from time to time.

Average temperatures are between 15°C and 27°C but depending on the year they can rise up to 34°C. 

Johannesburg, South Africa : UTC+2 Time 

Bring light comfortable clothes, sneakers and walking shoes, and a raincoat. 

If you are thinking of going on a safari, bring high shoes and socks to protect yourself from the insects! Obviously, binoculars and a camera, a flashlight, a cap or hat, sunglasses, sunscreen because the sun burns during the day in the parks.

In South Africa, the voltage and frequency are 230 V, 50 Hz.

The prices are 30% to 40% cheaper than in Europe! To eat, count 25 euros per day per person. To get around, count 0.68 euro per kilometer for a taxi. For a local beer (50 cl draft) 30 ZAR or €1.67.

Statistically, Johannesburg remains one of the most dangerous cities in the world. Nevertheless, millions of people live there happily! To avoid being in danger, all you have to do is flee the places at risk and be careful. A few tips: opt for taxis instead of public transport, carry mobile phones in bags and not in your hand, avoid expensive jewelry...