South Africa
South Africa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa. Known for its long, sunny days, extensive landscape and diverse culture, there is something for everyone in Africa’s southernmost country.
Whether you want to experience the country’s unique ecosystem, honour Nelson Mandela at one of his many monuments, see African wildlife in person or enjoy the nightlife in one of the modern cities such as Cape Town or Johannesburg, South Africa has a lot to offer. To ensure you can experience the country worry-free, it’s important to purchase an affordable travel insurance plan with Blue Cross before departing for your trip.
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Whether you want to experience the natural landscapes and mountain views, enjoy South African wine at a winery, book an unforgettable safari adventure, explore the marine life in the region or spend time in the city, Blue Cross has personalized travel plans to ensure you are covered.
Blue Cross travel plans
Affordable travel insurance plans are important for all travellers. Blue Cross offers travellers quality insurance at affordable rates, which is one of the reasons why one in four Canadians choose us for travel insurance. When you choose Blue Cross for travel insurance, you can rely on us for health and financial security when you travel to South Africa or anywhere else in the world.
To learn more about your travel insurance coverage options, contact Blue Cross and travel worry-free.
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Continent: | Africa | |
Population (2012): | 52,274,945 | 34,754,312 (2012) |
Area (km2): | 1,219,090 | 9,984,670 |
Capital: | Cape Town | |
Currency: | South African rand | |
Official language(s): | Afrikaans, English | |
Drive: | Left | |
Diesel (2012): | 1.42 | 1.23 (2012) |
Gasoline (2013): | 1.31 | 1.23 (2013) |