Do you tip in SOUTH AFRICA?
If you are travelling to South Africa then you may be wondering whether you will need to tip for services such as restaurants and hotels while you are visiting.
In general, tipping is something that is expected of travellers to South Africa. Tips are warmly received by those working in tourism and hospitality.
Even a small tip can go a long way, and it is a nice way of showing gratitude for the excellent service from the hardworking South African locals you will meet on your journeys through the country.
But when and how much tip should you leave while travelling in South Africa? Read on to find out everything you need to know about tipping in South Africa
RESTAURANTS
TIP 10 TO 15% AT RESTAURANTS IN SOUTH AFRICA
TAXIS
TIP 10% TO YOUR TAXI DRIVER IN SOUTH AFRICA
BARS
TIP 10% AT BARS IN SOUTH AFRICA
TOUR GUIDES
TIP 100 RAND TO YOUR TOUR GUIDE IN SOUTH AFRICA
HOTELS
TIP 10 RAND PER BAG AND 15 RAND PER HOUSEKEEPING AT HOTELS IN SOUTH AFRICA
MASSAGES
YOU DO NOT NEED TO TIP YOUR MASSAGE THERAPIST IN SOUTH AFRICA