-Handshaking is the usual form of greeting.

-Normal courtesies should be shown when visiting someone’s home.

-Casual wear is widely acceptable. Formal social functions often call for a dinner jacket and black tie for men and full-length dresses for women; this will be specified on the invitation.

-Smoking is prohibited in public buildings and on public transport.

-Tipping: normally 10 to 15 per cent if service is not included. It is customary to tip porters, waiters, taxi drivers, caddies and room service. By law, hotel rates do not include a service charge.

-Do not carry large amounts of cash.

-Keep your travel documents safe at all times.

-Keep foreign sexual activity to a minimum due to the AIDS epidemic.

-Stay in safe areas.

-Do get a South Africa cell phone rental so you can stay in touch and coveniently get important information during your stay.