OVERVIEW
CITY OF JOHANNESBURG

Africa a place with multiple destinations for a safari and see animals in the wild, without a doubt an ideal place for adventure lovers and nature site in its purest state

Johannesburg is a city in South Africa, capital of the province of Gauteng and the richest in South Africa, is one of the forty largest metropolitan areas in the world, and is the only global city in Africa.

The city is also known for hosting the Earth Summit in 2002, the Second Earth Summit "Summit Joburg" he said to the associations and NGOs which had a parallel summit to the States.

Johannesburg consolidates its economy on the production of gold and diamonds, as it is located in the Witwatersrand hills with valuable mineral deposits.

The downtown area is modern, has high skyscrapers and crowded streets of vehicles and people.

But that also has its contrastres city. In its streets you can see craft vendors, curios, precious stones and even food products.

It features Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport, located about 25 minutes. the city center.

 

Weather
Weather: Warm and Dry
Its temperature ranges between 24 and 35 ° C in summer season is from October to April, ranging from 18 to 24 in winter with a minimum of 4th in the months of May to September ..

 

Altitude

12 m.s.n.m. 

 

Location
Johannesburg is located in the plains of eastern South Africa. The city lies on the watershed between the Atlantic and Indian oceans.
It bordered on the west by the Atlantic Ocean, on the southeast by the Indian Ocean and on the north by Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland

 

Airports
• Punta Cana International Airport

 

¿How to get?
• By air: The Punta Cana International Airport receives flights from international destinations.

 

Advice
 

BLESS YOU:

Recommended vaccinations

 

Tetanus - diphtheria                                  Re-vaccination is recommended every 10 years

Hepatitis A                                                 1 month before the trip

 

 

Compulsory vaccinations                          Yellow fever

 

GENERAL:

Johannesburg is best to avoid the neighborhood of Hillbrow neighborhood in decline and probably the most dangerous city.
The rest of the city is quite safe and day you can stroll calmly.
At night it is advisable to stay in the hotel or in groups and carry out strictly necessary.

 

Language
Johannesburg different languages are spoken but the most representative are Afrikaans and English, but neither are the mother tongue.

 

Coin
Its official currency is the Rand 1 Rand equivalent to 100 cents banknote handlers 200, 100, 50, 20 and 10 rand. The coins are 5, 2 and 1 rand, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cent.

 

Requirements to enter the country

Visa requirements for tourism and business:

 

- Passport, must have a minimum period of 30 days after the date of completion of the planned journey and a minimum of 5 blank sheets.
- Visa application form duly completed (must be printed on both sides of the leaves).
- Two recent photos 4x5 cm white background.
- Original and photocopy of International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.
- Labor Letter indicating position, salary and length of service.
- Bank statements for the last 3 months, with bank stamp.
- Printer booking or photocopy of the itinerary.
- Health insurance certificate or photocopy of the credit card indicating coverage in South Africa.
- Confirmation of accommodation from the hotel, with the following specifications:

 

Paper (stationery Hotel in South Africa) - Hotel letterhead with full address, contact telephones.
Confirmation number.
Name of each applicant.
Date of arrival and departure.
Signature and stamp.
Vouchers from tour operators and intermediaries are not accepted
Invitation letter from a company or person in the original South Africa, must have the following information:
Company letterhead.
Address and contact number.
Proof of legal status in South Africa of the person signing the letter (as a South African citizen or resident alien), number of South African ID or passport details becomes apparent that information about the permanent residence of the owner, as applicable.
The person who will visit South Africa must also declare that they will be responsible for the expenses incurred by the applicant during his stay in South Africa.
Attach a notarized copy of the South African identity card or passport, according corresponda.Documentación to confirm the purpose of their visit and length of stay.

 

For under 21: Submit letter of expenditure responsibility, birth registration, authorization to leave the country and authenticated transcript.
- For independent: monthly income certificate issued by counter (attaching a copy of the professional card counter).
- If you plan business: Attach letter of invitation from the company from South Africa with signature, stamp, menbrete paper, address and telephone number.

 

Transit visa requirements:

 

The Processing time is approximately 10 business days.

Passport must be valid for at least 30 days after the date of completion of the planned journey and a minimum of 5 blank sheets.
Visa application form duly filled (must be printed on a single sheet).
Two recent photos 4x5 cm white background.
Original and photocopy of International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.
Employment letter stating position, salary and length of service.
Bank statements for the last 3 months bank stamp.
Printer booking or photocopy of the itinerary.
Copy of visa to visit the country in case the visa stamped on arrival and will travel must submit a letter of invitation authenticated or hotel confirmation, if you are in business invitation letter on company letterhead sheet; and certifies that the printer where visa to visit the country is the award at the entrance.
Health insurance certificate or photocopy of the credit card indicating coverage in South Africa. (In our offices you can buy the corresponding health care insurance).
For under 21: Submit letter of expenditure responsibility, birth registration, authorization to leave the country and transcript.
To independent: monthly income certificate issued by counter (attaching a copy of the professional card counter).

 

Consular Rights:

 

The tourist visa and transit Colombian passport has no cost.
Mail value Bogota - Caracas - Bogota $ 213,500 (mail up to 500 grams).
Venezuela shipping tax value $ 4,400.
For foreigners, the Consulate visa charges depending on the country.

 

* Aviatur charges an additional value for the processing of the application, the cost varies if you buy the ticket at our offices.

 

The information must be reconfirmed permanently because the embassies and consulates reserves the right to change without notice and documentation requirements established by them.

 

* Value rate subject to change without notice.

 

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As of October 1, 2014, both South Africans and foreigners traveling with minors must present birth certificate (with official translation apostille) for each of the children traveling, even when both parents traveling with children. In the case of children traveling with their guardians also required to submit permission to leave the country, signed by both parents and authenticated.

 

How the necessary documentation is processed
The Colombian pax need a visa and is processed at the South African Embassy located in Caracas, Venezuela.

 

All travelers entering South Africa must present valid certification of yellow fever vaccine. The Ministry of Health (DOH) has developed a set of guidelines on the prevention of yellow fever, which is required will be implemented in all ports of entry into South Africa.

 

The duration of the procedure is approximately 15 working days.
The visa is granted at the discretion of the Embassy.
Visa applications are received only 30 days before the travel date.
Documents received incomplete Consulate can be returned and will generate a new mailing cost.

 

Places to visit

 

Gold Reef City:
It is a theme park, designed to be a recreation of Victorian Johannesburg, attacked by the gold rush. The park is located 6 kilometers from the city center, where you can visit the gold mines and descend to them. Additional features museums, traditional dance shows, rides, restaurants, bars, a huge casino and a Victorian hotel.
The park is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9:30 to 17:00, during school holidays open daily.

 

Newtown Cultural District:
It is a complex of modern buildings in the city center. It offers attractions like the Market Theatre and Museum Africa, additional a Museum of Photography and the Art Museum of South Cave. In President Street is the African Centre for Jeppe Street Brewery and the famous Oriental Plaza.

 

Johannesburg Zoo:
The zoo houses more than three thousand species, including polar bears up. Inside you can also visit the Museum of Military History. Hours: Open daily from 8:30 to 17:30.

 

The National Botanic Garden of Walter Sisulu:
It is located in the west of the city and has 300 hectares. In the gardens there are more than 200 species of birds, and 600 species of flora and fauna. As an option a break beside the waterfall Witpoortjie recommended. The Garden is open daily from 08:00 to 18:00, although the entrance is until 17:00.

 

Melville:
It is a fashionable Johannesburg suburb, full of activity every night of the week. It is a place to go and have fun, there are bars, clubs, shops and restaurants, everything is there.

 

Gastronomy
The foods that are consumed in Johannesburg are: meats, fruits, vegetables, wines, seafood and fish.

 

Among the most typical dishes they are: crocodile, ostrich, pigs, chickens and calves. I usually prepare chicken with coconut, ginger, green banana or peanuts. Beef or pork is browned in oil or cooking in stew while eating roast lamb.

 

Some exotic meat dishes are the snake ragout, the Kebab monkey or crocodile tail.

 

Acitividades Optional:

Optional helicopter flight (13 or 24 minutes)

The Zambezi River is an important water source in southern Africa, through the Congo, Angola, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia & Mozambique, is responsible for giving life to a large ecosystem. The Zambezi Victoria Falls are located right on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, have a width of 1.7km and a drop of 108m. Without doubt, the best choice for spotting the greatness of Niagara is through a flyby. When David Livingstone first came to this area referred to cataracts ca saying "what a wonderful sight of the angels must have every time they pass by them" is why the helicopter ride is a must. (Price)

 

Optional elephant ride

 

During this tour you will learn more about the behavior and life of elephants. The tour begins with a brief explanation of safety and conduct, followed by a unique experience. In the park where the activity is carried out can be found other animals like antelopes, zebras, giraffes and other small animals. (price)