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Driving in Cape Town

I'm travelling to South Africa in September. I'm considering hiring a car in Cape Town, in order to visit the Cape of Good Hope and also north along the coast. Is driving in Cape Town safe? I have heard stories of car-jacking in Johannesburg but Cape Town seems relatively safe - is this correct?

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cml Thurs 05/06/08 18:16

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Booldawg
Thurs 05/06/08
19:58

Nowhere in SA is totally safe. Its perfectly legal not to stop at red lights at night time in Cape Town as it is throughout SA

Andyvon
Sun 08/06/08
06:57

I echo that. It's not now safe anywhere in SA and some places are plain dangerous, especially if you don't fit in. Stick to busy areas and the main tourist areas cml. Don't wander off the beaten track into quiet areas and be especially careful at night. Try to stay in after dark if you can.

cml
Sun 08/06/08
23:55

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Many thanks for your input folks. I'll very much bear your advice in mind and perhaps look to join a locally organised tour instead.

cml

sense4all
Mon 09/06/08
00:43

No one stops at red lights at night, only use a cab that is recommended by your hotel. It is volatile at the moment ... life is cheap to some out there. I will still be visiting this year but will be being more careful than ever. It is very easy to be fed, watered and enjoy yourself without straying too far from the city.
It's still whale watching season make sure you allow time to stop off in Hermanus on your drive.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hermanus

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