Servas South Africa
South Africa is a paradise full of sunshine, with mountains to climb, the sea to sail, lakes to swimand rivers where you canhave even more fun and relax in the sun.
We are a friendly and hospitable people, and there is no doubt that one visit will never be enough. You will discover one amazing place after another. Moreover, the beauty of it all will bring you back.
We welcome travelers and try to give them as meaningful as possible a stay in our country following the ideals of SERVAS.
Travellers please
Pay for any telephone calls you make, including local. Don't ask for accomodation at the last minute from hosts who need prior notice.
Contact hosts if you change your plans and send a " thank you" card or letter to hosts you have visited.Please don't phone hosts before 7.30 a.m or after 9.30 p.m
Cape Town - Nairobi
And visit hosts on your way !
Other Accommodation
There are many Youth Hostels and other accomodations.
Travel Reductions
There is a 30% - 60% airfare reduction for the African Explorer if the ticket is bought overseas for SAA planes with 4-8 stops, travelling in a circular direction for up to one month.
AND THERE ARE CERTAIN AIRFARE REDUCTIONS
Trains. TRAINS HAVE REDUCED FARES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS, .
Buses. Intercape. Greyhound, Translux cover most of the country.
WITH A Baz Buses ticket, YOU CAN HOP ON AND OFF AS OFTEN AS YOU LIKE ALONG THE ROUTE. YOU GET PICKED UP AND DROPPED OFF AT THE DOOR OF YOUR BACKPACKER HOSTEL
Have a great trip, and enjoy your Servas experience in South Africa and the rest of Africa.
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