[dropcap]J[/dropcap]effreys Bay is home of the best right hand surf break in the world! International surfers flock to catch the legendary waves in this, a paradise of sunshine, aloes, dolphins, shells, perfect points & classic reefs. Surfers and others who found it hard to leave such an idyllic spot have turned Jeffreys Bay into a year round fun place to be, creating a thriving local craft industry besides the surf shops on just about every corner.

The cheapest flights to South Africa are from London or Amsterdam. Johannesburg (JNB) and Cape Town (CPT) are the two airports who have connection with Port Elizabeth (PLZ). J-Bay Cabs offers a reliable shuttle service at fixed rates between Port Elizabeth Airport and Jeffreys Bay 083 6111 003.

For the majority of foreign nationals who travel to South Africa on vacation, entry is straightforward and hassle-free. All visitors to South Africa must be in possession of a valid passport and visa. For many other countries however, visas are not required up to a maximum number of 90 days

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With a very favourable exchange rate for most Western currencies, South Africa is a very affordable destination. Keep in mind that the VAT (Value Added Tax) of all your bought goods are refundable at the airport when you show the “bill of sale”.

Immigration rules require parents travelling with children (under 18) to show the child’s full unabridged birth certificate (or a certified copy). The full unabridged birth certificate should list the child’s details and both parents’ details. The abridged (short) birth certificate which only lists the child’s particulars won’t be accepted. The South African Department of Home Affairs are not accepting uncertified copies of birth certificates or copies of the parents/guardians identification. There are additional requirements if the child is travelling with only the one parent, with neither biological parent, or unaccompanied.

We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive travel insurance that will cover any overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation, before you depart. Confirm that your insurance covers you for the whole time you’ll be away and check what circumstances and activities are not included in your policy. Remember, regardless of how healthy and fit you are, if you can’t afford travel insurance, you can’t afford to travel.

Medical facilities are good in urban areas and in the vicinity of some game parks, but may be limited elsewhere. Public and private facilities will require either an up-front deposit for services, a guarantee of payment or confirmation of medical insurance before commencing treatment. In remote areas, air evacuation to a major city is sometimes the only option for medical emergencies. Costs for such an evacuation can exceed $10,000.

Should you need to contact the local emergency services, the nationwide emergency number is 10111 and the contact number for ambulance services is 10177.