Public transport in South Africa is not very reliable and has limited coverage of the city. If you are heading for the Mother City, the most affordable and reliable form of transport is car hire in Cape Town and the rest of South Africa. Roads are world class and you will have no trouble reaching your destinations in a standard vehicle, unless 4x4'ing is on your itinerary.
Petrol stations are widely available and are not self-service, it is courteous to tip the attendants as they will fill you up, check your oil and water and clean your windscreen. A tip between R2 and R5 is generally acceptable. There are two tollgates on Cape Town's roads, one on the scenic Chapman's Peak drive and the other heading out of the city on the N1; you can pay toll fees with cash or credit card.
You are more than likely to encounter baboons on your travels, take care when driving and do not feed them, feeding baboons is strictly prohibited by law and is a punishable offense. Along other wildlife, Cape Town is home to the endangered Western Leopard Toad, take care when driving at night during rainy season as they are often found crossing roads heading to their breeding grounds.
Cape Town is considered a safe city, but like elsewhere in the world, there are areas that are best avoided after dark. You can check with your travel agent or hotel for advice on which areas to avoid. Locking your car and keeping valuables out of site will keep you safe on your travels and sticking to the speed limit will keep you on the right side of the law as law enforcement has a no-nonsense policy against traffic offenses. Cape Town is a beautiful city with lots to see and do and a visit to this part of South Africa should not be missed.
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