Cape Town Travel Guide: Visa, Driving, Tipping & Packing

Cape Town practical travel informationEntry requirements, driving rules, tipping customs and packing guidance for Cape Town, South Africa, tailored to the country you are travelling from.

Tipping in restaurants: 10-15% at restaurants

Tipping taxis: Round up to nearest R5-10

Tipping hotel staff: R10-20 per bag

Tipping is an important part of income for service workers. 10-15% is standard and expected at restaurants.

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