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TRAVELLING FROM SOUTH AFRICA?
HERE’S HOW WE CAN HELP.
Travelling from South Africa comes with a few extra things to sort before you go. From flights and visas to travel insurance, airport transfers and staying connected, here’s how our South African team can help you with all the travel admin. You can select any of these add-ons when requesting a Quick Quote on your tour.
FROM BOOKING TO TAKE-OFF
Here’s the order to tackle things in, from booking day to touchdown.
1
AS EARLY AS YOU CAN
CHOOSE YOUR TOUR
Browse the website and choose your tour. Request a Quick Quote and let us know if you’d like any add-on services – no obligation. A 10% deposit secures your seat.
2
After accepting the quote
CONFIRM FLIGHTS & INSURANCE
Book your flights and take out travel insurance. Both are usually needed for your visa application. You can do it yourself, or through us.
3
6 Months before departure
GATHER OTHER VISA DOCUMENTS
Gather any other documents needed for your visa application. You can also opt for visa assistance from our team, and they will guide you step-by-step.
4
3-6 Months before departure
APPLY FOR YOUR VISA
Make your visa application appointment, with enough time left before departure. You can opt to have your passport couriered back to you.
1
AS EARLY AS YOU CAN
BOOK YOUR TOUR
Secure your spot and start planning your trip with time to get everything sorted.
2
ONCE PAID IN FULL
REQUEST YOUR VISA DOCUMENTS
Get the supporting documents you need from our team.
3
3-6 MONTHS BEFORE DEPARTURE
APPLY FOR YOUR VISA
Check your destination's requirements and give yourself time to get everything sorted.
4
ONCE YOUR VISA IS APPROVED
BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS
Compare flight options to find the best fit for your budget and plans.
5
A DAY OR TWO BEFORE YOUR TOUR
ARRIVE AND SETTLE IN
Give yourself time to settle in before meeting your fellow Chasers.
THE BIG THREE TO SORT BEFORE YOU GO
Get these sorted early, so there’s nothing left to think about but packing.
Getting There
FLIGHTS
Find flights that suit your budget and travel plans. SkyScanner is a good place to compare options and find flights that work for you.
The Paperwork
VISAS
Check if you can get an evisa, or if you're required to apply in advance. Our partner Visas Unlimited can help you work through the process.
Peace of Mind
TRAVEL INSURANCE & MORE
Travel insurance is a must for all our tours, and it’s also required for a Schengen visa. Our insurance partner, World Nomads, offers cover for your trip.
A LITTLE HELP WITH THE EXTRAS
Small things that make a big difference once you land. Ask for any of these on your Quick Quote, or click on the link that takes you there.
The Paperwork
VISAS
Figuring out what type of visa you need and how to apply shouldn’t be holding you back. Our team can help you with every part of the process, from getting the right documents to getting your passport back to you.
The Dates & Airlines You Want
FLIGHTS
You choose when and how you fly, we help you get the best fares and tie it into your quote. Let us know what suits your schedule and budget, and we do the rest.
Getting to Your Hotel
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
After a long flight, the last thing you want is to figure out transport on the spot. Our team can arrange an airport transfer to help you get from arrivals to your accommodation, and back after the tour.
A Few Extra Nights
PRE & POST-TOUR ACCOMMODATION
Arriving early or not quite ready to head home? Book an extra night or two and give yourself time to settle in before your tour, or enjoy a little longer at the end.
Personalise Your Tour
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES
Choose the optional experiences that will make your tour extra special. Whether you’re into cuisine, history, culture, or all of the above, we can help you book the experiences you’ll love.
Stay Connected
eSIM
Keep in touch with home, look up that restaurant someone recommended and find your way around without relying on roaming. Our eSIM partner, HOAM, helps you sort your data before you land.
