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South African electrical outlets are completely different from those in Europe and the US. So, I would look for adapters and converters specifically for that region. If memory serves me right, my friend who did go there (Cape Town) told me that the outlets are three circular plugs in a triangle shape. He even took a picture of one so I could see it.

So, I would recommend taking a spare laptop battery with you if you can. If not, I would say leave the laptop at home. Take batteries for your camera and other appliances. My friend took a battery-operated shaver with him.

I understand the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town is beautiful. I'd like to go there myself some day.

Also, make sure your immunizations are up to date. You can get them updated at your local board of health.

Any other questions, feel free to PM me.

Bon voyage!

PS: Your flight down there and back will probably have many choices of video programming, particularly if you're flying SAA (South African Airways). My friend who went there saw a British comedy on the flight back that was hysterical. We would never have known about it otherwise.