Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
WHEN TO GO
Standout seasons to visit are late spring and early autumn. Summer is also pleasant,
and long hours of sunlight bring out revellers.
Daily Costs
Budget less than R1500
Dorm beds: from R500
Cheap, filling meals at cafeterias: less than R300
Use student ID (if available) or take advantage of free sights and activities
Midrange R1500-8000
Double rooms: from R2500 at hostels, from R3500 at mini-hotels
Prix-fixe
lunch menus: R200-500
Two-course dinner with a glass of wine: R600-1000
Tickets to the theatre: from R500
Top End more than R8000
Double rooms: start at R8000 and go all the way up
Two-course meals: from R1000
Bolshoi Theatre tickets: from R1000
Advance Planning
Two months before
Apply for your visa.
One month before
Reserve accommodations. Reserve tickets for the Bolshoi and other
theatres.
