Mountains, safaris and beautiful beaches are all on offer here and with some rand in your pocket, you’ll have the time of your life enjoying it all.
Soft drink in a restaurant
10 ZAR 
Return trip on a cable car to the top of Table Mountain
225 ZAR
Postcard and stamp
8 ZAR
Three-course meal for two in Johannesburg
400 ZAR
Full-day safari tour at Kruger National Park
1400 ZAR
The rand (ZAR) arrived in 1961, the same year that South Africa became an official Republic. There are 100 cents to every rand, but one and two cent coins have fallen out of use due to inflation.
When it comes to tour guides, taxis and meals, it's customary to leave around 10% of your bill as a tip. Give this directly to your waiter/tour guide/taxi driver and if the service was really good, you can round it up to 15%.
The notes you'll use in South Africa are for the value of 10 (green), 20 (brown), 50 (red), 100 (blue) and 200 (orange) rand. Each note includes an image of Nelson Mandela as part of the design, as well as one of the many animals native to South Africa.
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Another great option for spending in South African rand is our Travelex Money Card.
Getting the best rates for South African rand can be tricky. The Rand can waver with mineral resource market shifts and economic developments. Stay informed with our rate tracker tool to get the most value before exploring South Africa's diverse landscapes.
The South African rand is widely used in South Africa and accepted in some neighbouring countries.
You can purchase your South African rand from us via credit or debit card. Purchasing South African rand with us means you won't face any credit card handling fees. Always good to confirm with your card provider regarding other possible fees.
Yes! With our Buy Back Promise we can buy back your unused South African rand notes at any one of our UK retail stores at the original transaction exchange rate up to a maximum value of £250, for just a fee of £4.99. Learn more about our Buy Back Promise. T&Cs apply.
Using your bank cards in South Africa may incur fees, so check the potential costs for ZAR transactions with your bank. See how the Travelex Money Card can help you spend abroad.
Cash is still frequently used in South Africa. For South Africa, balance your spending with South African rand as cash and the Travelex Money Card for added security on big buys.
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