Affordability

You may be wondering how much money you should set aside for your trip if you intend to visit South Africa. While the cost of your trip will depend on your travel preferences, South Africa is often the best destination for a low-cost vacation. Food and drink prices are quite low, while lodging expenses are typically reasonable. While certain activities may cost quite a bit, there is also a wealth of free or very inexpensive things to do in South Africa. Many of the country's top attractions are also very affordable or even free.

For two people traveling for a week in South Africa, a decent budget is about ZAR 17,510 (~1000 USD). The aforementioned price assumes that you would stay in decent, midrange lodging and eat out a few times per week in addition to some home cooking. It accounts for a few leisurely sightseeing activities but excludes pricey pursuits like adventure sports or deluxe excursions. In general, the cost of travel decreases with the distance traveled, with fly-in, and fly-out excursions occasionally costing more.