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General information |
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On this page more information about the
most asked questions. If you want to know more, please send us an e-mail
info@amukela.com |
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Seasons; The
seasons in South Africa are opposite to those in Europe. Summer starts in
October and
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until March.
From May till September it's winter. It can rain in the summer, winters
are dry. |
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Climate; The
climate in the Lowveld is very pleasant. From september till april is
raining season with average |
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temperatures
between 23 and 34 degrees. Average anual rainfall is 450 mm. |
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The humidity is
usually low and at night it cools down till about 20 degrees. In winter
the average temperature |
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during the day is
18 till 27 degrees but the nights can be cold. The stars at night |
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Latest weatherforecasts
for this region. (Look
at Phalaborwa). |
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Malaria; Amukela is
located in a low-risk area for malaria. |
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Our rondawels all
have musquitonets and gauze in the windows. |
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For questions we recomment you
contact your local health
department. |
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More information on this website:
Malaria
in Southern Africa. |
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Kruger park:
more information about the
Kruger park |
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What
to bring: In the warm summer months (November till March) you will
need sunglasses, cap or hat |
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and sun crème. Walking
boots and open sandals, as well as light clothes. |
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In the winter months
(April till September) you need a fleece jack and long trousers for
the evenings. |
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Do
bring a spotlight, as nights can be pitch dark! |
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Driving:
in South Africa you drive on the lefthand side. Traffic rules are similair
as in Europe, US and Australia.
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When
you approach a 4-way stop (without trafficlights) then the rule 'first
come first go' is applicable.. |
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Watch
out for speedtraps, even in the Kruger park! Mostly about a couple
of km. from the entrance and exit- gates). If the police |
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stops
you and give you a fine, then always ask for an official ticket.
In SA fines are payable at the Magistrate's
Court. |
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If
another car wants to take over, it is common to make way and drive over
the yellow line on the left. |
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Often
the other car gives a light signal (thank you), in which case you can also
give a light signal (my pleasure). |
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Off
course you are not obliged to do this, but it is quit common on the roads
in SA. |
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Try
to avoid driving in the dark, especially in rural areas,as people and
cattle are used to walk next to the road. |
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Rural
roads are often not lit. |
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Money:
The currency in South Africa is the Rand (South African
Rand) and (dependent on your bankcard) you can withdraw cash at most |
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ATM's. Watch out for the cirrus symbol. In case of doubt please consult
your bank before departure to South Africa. |
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The
total amount which you can withdraw is also dependent on the limit you
have with your own bank. |
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If
you want to withdraw cash, try to avoid the last working days of the month
(e.g. Friday 26-10-2007 and Friday 30-11-2007) as in rural |
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areas (such as
Hoedspruit) there will be long queues. |
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You
cannot use credit cards at fuel stations. |
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Never
allow a stranger to 'help' you at an ATM, if you don't trust the situation
then cancel the transaction an enter the bank. |
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Internet: at
most lodge, B&B's and guesthouses you will find internet facilities.
Also in most shopping areas. |
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Electricity: voltage is similar to that in Europe (220-240V and 50-60 ampere).
In supermarkets such as Spar, Pick N Pay etc. you can buy |
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adapters. |
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Interesting
websites:
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When
we bought this place there was only an old building. On the website of
Corné's father an overview how
the lodge was built. |
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The site is mostly in Dutch but shows a lot of pictures. |
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A
new rehabilitation centre for animals is Daktari |
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Plan
your safari in Africa with Safari
Guide |
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South
African news on:
South Africa news
page.
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More
information about Capetown
(site in German)
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Ruud's
website with some stunning pictures of
Southern
Africa.
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Your site here? |
e-mail us at: info@amukela.com |
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