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044 3026600
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Travellers Guide : Health Matters

As with any foreign holiday, it is always a good idea to check out what happens if you should fall ill or have an accident when there.

South Africa has a first class Health System and you will never be too far from Doctors Surgeries, Hospitals or 24 hour Pharmacies.

For complete peace of mind, you should enquire about Medical Insurance from your Travel Agent when booking your flights.

Health Requirements: There are no compulsory inoculations. The only inoculation requirement is a yellow fever vaccination certificate from travellers over one year of age entering South Africa within six days of leaving an infected area. Anti malarial tablets are recommended for the Mpumalanga Lowveld and northern Natal. Anti-malarial precautions such as Daraclor are readily obtainable at chemists in South Africa but you are advised to consult your local pharmacist regarding malaria. Obviously if you have any concerns you should consult your own doctor.

Insurance: Health insurance is advisable. The health services are of a high standard in South Africa but a private system is in operation for which you would require medical insurance. Insurance is also recommended to cover baggage. We cannot be held responsible for loss or damage to passenger's belongings.

Medical Care: Medical Services in South Africa are readily available. Doctors are listed under "Medical" , Hospitals under "H" in all telephone directories. Visitors are advised to secure medical cover on their medical insurance before arriving in the country. Major hotels have contracts with physicians and dentists. Visitors are advised to bring any medical supplies of specialised medication they may require with them. Medicine may be purchased at pharmacies, and emergency pharmacies are open all night.

Water: The tap water in South Africa is safe to drink. If you prefer, bottled water is available.

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