Traveling to Africa: Safety Tips and Concerns

Traveling to Africa can be an exciting experience, but it's important to be aware of the potential safety risks. Learn more about safety tips and concerns for traveling in Africa.

Traveling to Africa: Safety Tips and Concerns

Traveling to Africa can be an exciting experience, but it's important to be aware of the potential safety risks. In some cities, such as Rustenburg in South Africa, crime rates are high. Common security issues include wallet theft, robberies, car thefts and street crimes. Assaults, armed robberies and robberies are also common, particularly in areas popular with tourists.

Vehicle thefts, thefts and assaults are also prevalent. It's essential to use the correct channels to obtain, change or extend visas when traveling to South Africa. LGBTQ+ travelers should take extra caution when visiting countries where homosexuality is illegal and should travel discreetly. Those at high risk of tuberculosis should discuss options with a health professional before and after the trip. Different entry rules may apply when traveling with a temporary passport or emergency travel document. Before traveling, it's important to talk to a healthcare provider or visit a travel clinic to determine if any vaccinations are necessary.

Diarrhoea is more likely in regions with poor hygiene and sanitation standards. All eligible travelers should complete a series of COVID-19 vaccines along with any additional doses recommended in Canada before traveling. To ensure a safe and enjoyable trip, it's best to leave the planning to the experts at Jackson's African Safaris.

Tia Szymansky
Tia Szymansky

Having Spent 8 Years Travelling, I have decided to Live in Africa for the past 2 years. Love every moment of it and sharing my best guides and tips if you plan on travelling here. Africa is always oversighted due to media and I believe with my blog, I can help revive the African Travel and Tourism Industry and invite you all here for a fantastic time :)

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