Useful tips

October brings warmer days, cool evenings and wind. Pack layers, sun protection and grippy shoes.

The cableway and ferries depend on conditions. Check official operations before setting out.

Book authorised airport taxis or trusted transfers. Verify app drivers and pickup points.

Distances and traffic add up. Choose one area per half-day and leave a buffer between bookings.

Set up a compatible SIM or eSIM; use WhatsApp to confirm bookings and dietary needs.

Use a closed bag in markets and on transport. Avoid displaying valuables and choose well-used routes.

Choose a guided walk, carry water and a charged phone, and turn back if weather deteriorates.

Reserve Robben Island and popular restaurants through official sites; check museum hours individually.

Around 10–15% is customary in restaurants. Check for a service charge and keep small notes handy.

Ask your hotel about current drinking-water advice. Explain allergies and dietary needs clearly.

Cards are widely useful; small rand notes help at markets. Use bank ATMs and keep a backup payment method.

English is widely used. Learn a greeting, ask before portraits and respect places of worship.