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Budget trip to South Africa — how I did it for cheap

Started by DublinDave · 16 Mar 2026 · 1341 views

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DublinDave member
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16 Mar 2026 at 21:20
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try asking locals for recommendations.

Dublin, Ireland | 34 countries visited

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MapleLeafMike member
#2
17 Mar 2026 at 09:04
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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OttawaOliver member
#3
17 Mar 2026 at 16:31
Thanks for sharing. Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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OzzieTravels member
#4
17 Mar 2026 at 21:47
Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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PhillyFred member
#5
18 Mar 2026 at 05:09
Just booked my flights after reading this. Thanks for the motivation!

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Philadelphia, PA

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BangkokVet member
#6
18 Mar 2026 at 07:46
Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were lower.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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LondonPunter member
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18 Mar 2026 at 08:54
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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BuffaloBill member
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18 Mar 2026 at 14:48
I was there in January and can add some detail:

Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.

Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was good.

My favorite spot was the freelancer area near the hotels.

One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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WinnipegWayne member
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18 Mar 2026 at 17:14
Adding to this thread with my own experience from February:

I noticed some changes since my last visit in 2024.

Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.

Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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TexasHeat member
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19 Mar 2026 at 05:08
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.

Texas Heat — Houston, TX

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SoCalSurfer member
#11
19 Mar 2026 at 14:05
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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BuffaloBill member
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19 Mar 2026 at 20:48
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:

Things are much the same as always since my last visit in pre-COVID.

Biggest change: More girls working online now.

Still a great destination. Recommend for both beginners and veterans.

Buffalo Bill — Buffalo, NY

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ScottishSteve member
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20 Mar 2026 at 05:51
Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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BangkokVet member
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:59
How long did it take you to get the lay of the land?

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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BostonBrady member
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20 Mar 2026 at 20:26
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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OttawaOliver member
#16
21 Mar 2026 at 04:46
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.

Ottawa, Canada | 18 countries visited

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JerseyJim member
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:32
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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MelbourneMarc member
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:53
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found a different neighborhood to be better.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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ScottishSteve member
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22 Mar 2026 at 01:05
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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DetroitDan member
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22 Mar 2026 at 09:20
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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