SANParks - Important Travel Update - Kgalagadi Border Crossing Requirements Clients crossing between South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana via Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park must comply with border regulations, including a mandatory minimum two-night stay in the park and completion of immigration formalities at Twee Read More
Tourist Arrivals to South Africa Exceed 5.5 million in First Half of 2026 South Africa continues to attract growing numbers of international visitors, with 5.58 million tourists arriving between January and June 2026, a 12.3% increase compared to the same period last year. Strong growth was Read More
New Tourism Campaign Highlights South Africa with Trevor Noah A new international tourism campaign, Tourism in South Africa with Trevor Noah: Don't Say We Didn't Tell You, has been launched to showcase South Africa's people, wildlife, food, adventure and natural beauty to global travellers. Read More
Red Alert SANParks: Temporary Full Closure of The Storms River Mouth Suspension Bridge Please note that SANParks has advised that the Storms River Mouth Suspension Bridge in the Tsitsikamma Section of the Garden Route National Park will be temporarily closed from 20 July to 31 July Read More
IMPORTANT Travel Alert: New OR Tambo International Arrivals Procedure Dear Valued Customer, We would like to inform you of an important update regarding the meet-and-greet procedure at OR Tambo International Airport, effective immediately. As advised by the airport authorities, drivers, guides and meet Read More
LATAM Launches Direct Cape Town–São Paulo Service LATAM Airlines has launched a new direct service between Cape Town and São Paulo, operating three times weekly. The inaugural flight departed Cape Town on 2 July 2026, creating a direct link between South Africa and Read More
Celebrating Sefalane's Promotion to Team Manager, Asia Team Merle Kwan, Operations Director, is pleased to announce the promotion of Sefalane Dube to the role of Team Manager for our Asia Team. "Sefalane brings many years of valuable experience, strong leadership, and a deep understanding Read More
Travel Alert: Mandatory Online Traveller Declaration Effective 1 July 2026 | South Africa Dear Valued Customer, As of 1 July 2026, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) requires all travellers entering or departing South Africa to complete a mandatory online Traveller Declaration before travelling. This declaration forms part of the Customs process Read More
Lufthansa Adds More Flights Between South Africa and Europe Lufthansa is expanding flights to South Africa, offering 38 weekly routes between SA and Europe. This includes more Munich–Johannesburg flights, new overnight schedules, and an extra Cape Town–Frankfurt service from October 2026. Swiss Airline and Read More
Knysna Oyster Festival 2026: A Global Family Celebration Awaits South Africa’s Knysna Oyster Festival (3–12 July) promises a vibrant winter escape, blending outdoor adventure, food, markets and entertainment. The Festival Hub is at the heart of the action, offering activities for all ages—from kids’ Read More
