自驾游南非，一路赏美景、尝美食，深入体验南非深厚的历史与人文，何其畅快！但是，想到在遥远的异国他乡自驾，是否眼前又出现了一卡车的难题呢？没关系，南非旅游局特别爱自驾游的你带来贴心的南非自驾实用TIPS，助你轻松无压力畅游南非~
A wonderful journey awaits, discovering breathtaking landscapes, mouthwatering food, time-honored heritage and culture, through a self-drive tour in South Africa. However, there are some things you should know when driving in foreign countries. Here are some thoughtful tips to help you enjoy great self-drive experiences.
行前准备
Preparation
在南非自驾游开始之前，自然要先准备好驾照和车辆。持中国驾照的朋友记得先在公证处作英文公正，然后拿到南非大使馆做认证，并且在旅行途中一定要带好这些文件以防万一喔。除了驾照等相关文件，周密的行程计划也是一次完美自驾游不可或缺的要素，安排妥帖的行程可以避免长时间在夜间行车，可以为安全性加分不少。
Of course, a valid driver’s license and a proper vehicle are must-haves before embarking on your self-drive tour. Chinese drivers should apply for an English certificate of license validation issued by a notary office and submit it to the Embassy of South Africa in China for approval. As a reminder, you should bring your license and the English certificate with you at all times, during your trip. Also, you should avoid driving overnight and stick to your carefully planned itinerary to ensure a safe trip.
在南非，大多数国际和当地知名的汽车租赁公司在主要机场和大多数市中心都能找到，如果你碍于语言障碍难以开口，则不妨试试“滴滴租车”，选择自驾租车-海外租，就能轻松租车啦。另外，在滴滴APP中还可以免费在线翻译驾照，是不是省事不少呢~
Although many globally- and locally-renowned car rental companies can be found at main airports and downtowns of major cities in South Africa, it will be much easier and worry-free for you to use the DiDi Car Rental app, with just one click on the ‘Rent a Car Overseas’ option to get started. The DiDi app also provides online services for translating your driving license, making it easier to start planning your self-drive tour.
自驾启程
Rules to Follow
“左侧行驶，右侧超车”是南非的基本交规，南非的汽车是右舵驾驶、左手换档的车辆，这点和国内相反，所以要特别注意。在南非，开车时使用手机或移动设备是违法的，不过可以使用车载免提系统，所以无须担心。在空旷的道路上，南非的时速限制为120kmph，小路为100kmph，城镇为60到80kmph，具体还请多多注意路标，总结一句话就是“安全第一，谨慎为上”。
Remember to drive on the left side of the road and steer clear of other cars on the right side in South Africa. All of the steering wheels of vehicles in South Africa are located in the right front seat, which is completely opposite to China. Don’t use mobile phones or other mobile devices when driving, but in-vehicle hands-free systems are allowed. The speed limit is 120kmph on open roads, 100kmph on small roads, and 60-80kmph in city/town roads, subject to speed limit signs and local regulations. No matter what the speed limit is, just be careful and stay safe!
