Has anyone been to South Africa recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- New venues worth checking out
I was there last year and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Thailand.
Cheers
Is South Africa worth visiting?
Started by SeattleSam · 26 Feb 2026 · 1717 views
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This matches my experience. South Africa is worth the trip.
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Did you use local sites or find girls at bars?
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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Word of caution — some online profiles are fake. Other than that, great destination.
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Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
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4 Mar 2026 at 19:44
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
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Different experience for me. Prices were about the same when I went.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Quick question — how was the transport?
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Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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Also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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