The Guide to Southern Africa - South Africa -:- Lesotho -:- Namibia -:- Swaziland -:- Mozambique -:- Botswana -:- Zimbabwe

Events - Festivals ~ Arts ~ Parties ~ Concerts	Volunteering in South Africa
Backpackers Festival - 15 June ~ 15 July The Crags - Plettenberg Bay - Storms River Eco Festival - 2 June ~ 8 July The Crags Grahamstown Arts Festival 26 June ~ 5 July Knysna Oyster Festival 4 July ~ 13 July	We support the idea of sustainable community involved volunteering. If you have any suggestions please send them through to us. VISA - Volunteering In South Africa Monitored by DFC NGO to promote sustainable volunteer venues and hosts.
About backpacking by backpackers	Transport & Getting Around
Talk to your hosts about safe areas and unsafe areas around where you are staying. Word of mouth is the best way to find out about places to stay and things to do. Join Facebook to keep intouch with travelers. Most Backpackers do not take Credit Cards so you will need cash but try not to have too much on you.	Baz Bus - Safe and easy transport door to door along designated routes. Intercape ~ Translux ~ Greyhound Book your ticket online or at any Checkers stores around the country. Having your own transport can become expensive and its best to share costs with other travelers.

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