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"I believe that South Africa is the most beautiful place on earth. Admittedly, I am biased, but when you combine the natural beauty of sunny South Africa with the friendliness and cultural diversity of our people, and the fact that the region is a haven for Africa's most splendid wildlife, then I think even the most scrupulous critic would agree that we have been blessed with a truly wonderful land.

I would like to extend a personal invitation to you to come and see for yourself the splendor of South Africa. I know that my people will be delighted to welcome you and I think you will be enchanted by their warmth and hospitality. I am equally sure that you will enjoy our culture, our cuisine and the warmth of our people."

Nelson Mandela, Former President of The Republic of South Africa


A world in one country!!
 

 


Hints for the Tourist
Every person wishing to enter South Africa must be in possession of a valid passport for travel to South Africa and, where necessary, a visa.
More information about visas
Visitors who intend traveling to South Africa's neighboring countries and back into South Africa are advised to apply for multiple entry visas.
Visitors from the yellow-fever belt in Africa and the United States of America, as well those who travel through or disembark in these areas, have to be inoculated against the disease. Malaria is endemic to parts of KwaZulu-Natal , Mpumalanga and the Northern Province. It is essential to take precautions when visiting these areas.
Foreign tourists visiting South Africa can have their value-added tax (VAT) refunded, provided the value of the items purchased exceeds R 250, VAT is refunded on departure at the point of exit.
South Africa's transport infrastructure - airlines, railroads, luxury touring buses (coaches) and cars - is such that tourists can travel comfortably and quickly from their port of entry to any other part of the country. A number of international airlines, operate regular scheduled flights from Dubai to Johannesburg.

Explore Africa with South African Airways
South African Airways flies to SA twice daily every day of the week in a code share partnership with Emirates Airlines. South African Airways provides a direct service from Dubai to Johannesburg, and from there on to its wide network within South Africa and beyond. Take your pick from a choice of 14 flights to the nation that is a “World in one country.”

Flight Schedule
DUBAI – JOHANNESBURG

FROM - TO DAYS FLT. NO DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
DXB - JHB Daily SA 7159 03:40 hrs 10:10 hrs
DXB - JHB Daily SA 7161 09:55 hrs 16:15 hrs

JOHANNESBURG – DUBAI

FROM - TO DAYS FLT. NO DEPARTURE ARRIVAL
JHB - DXB Daily SA 7159 19:15 hrs 05:25* hrs
JHB - DXB Daily SA 7161 14:15 hrs 00:25* hrs
* arrival next day

For further information, please contact SAA at:
Dubai: Telephone: 04 - 3970766, Fax: 04 3970549
Abu Dhabi: Telephone: 02 – 6766996, Fax: 02 6766990
or visit www.saa.co.za

 
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