If you’re traveling to South Africa, you’re in for an adventure of a lifetime!

The spellbinding flora and fauna, cultural diversity, and ethnicity will entice you and provide for a memorable trip. It’s packed with thrilling activities and sightseeing, and Digit’s International Travel Insurance plan has your back.

Digit’s International Travel Insurance for South Africa covers you during unpredictable situations such as flight delays, passport loss, baggage loss, medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and other mishaps.

Purchase your plan online within a few minutes, and you can be off on your perfect trip!

No, travel insurance is not mandatory when traveling from India to South Africa. In South Africa, health and access to healthcare is one of the country’s biggest problems. Not only that, but South Africa also faces multiple communicable disease burdens like tuberculosis, influenza, and pneumonia.

For these reasons, we strongly advice buying a travel plan with adequate medical coverage. This acts as a relief in times of need when abroad.

A $50,000 South Africa Travel insurance plan from India for 4 days for 1 adult starts from ₹515 (excluding GST).

South Africa is an incredible place to visit. It is full of diversity and beautiful tourist attractions. Besides, the country offers different job opportunities, so Indian people often shift to this country or visit it for other social reformation purposes.

If you want to visit South Africa, you should have a valid passport before entering the country. A 90-day South African visa for Indians is issued for visits for tourism or business purposes.

Digit’s Travel Insurance from India to South Africa covers most things that could go wrong during your vacation. We are completely open in all that we do. Understanding what your travel insurance does not cover is critical, just like knowing what is covered. The following are some exclusions that our travel plan will not cover:

• We can't cover diseases or illnesses that have already been diagnosed (pre-existing diseases), or if your doctor has already recommended no travelling.
• A daily cash allowance of up to 5 days is only valid for those who are hospitalised during their holiday in a foreign country.
• Death or disability won’t be covered after 365 days of the accident that has caused it.
• Adventure sports are covered if you’re doing it for one day. This doesn’ t include weeklong treks, hikes, or professional-level adventure sports that go on for more than one day.
• Acts of war are not covered.
• Flight delays aren’t covered if your airline already informed you about the same at least 6 hours in advance.
• The delay in checked-in luggage is not covered if the delay is due to customs.
• Any missed connection where the time gap between scheduled arrival of incoming flight and scheduled departure of connecting flight was less than the time required.
• Thefts won’t be covered if the police of the respective aren't notified within 24 hours.
• Trip extensions due to childbirth or related matters can’t be covered.
• Trip abandonments due to pre-existing illnesses or health conditions can’t be covered.
• Trip cancellations due to visa rejection are not covered.

• Get Coverage for Healthcare - It is a cover for unexpected emergencies requiring hospitalization due to an illness or acute pain. We will pay reasonable charges as mentioned in your policy.
• Engage in Exciting Sports Without Worries - You can enjoy adventure sports that last less than 24 hours continuously, provided you participate in a non-professional capacity and under the supervision of a trained professional, during your trip because this cover provides protection if things go wrong.
• Loss of Baggage and Personal Belongings - If you lose your stuff during your trip due to theft, robbery, etc., and we will compensate you after deducting depreciation.
• Get Coverage for Trip Extension - If your trip is extended due to unavoidable circumstances mentioned in your policy documents and you have to stay for longer than expected, then will get reimbursed for the costs.
• Receive Coverage for Home Buildings and Contents - It shields your house against damage or loss due to theft, natural calamities, riots, and other situations mentioned in your policy when you’re away.
• Accidental Death and Disability (Common Carrier) - It covers you for accidental injuries while riding as a fare-paying passenger on a flight or other passenger transport, leading to permanent disability or death.

Disclaimer: Your policy is subject to the terms and conditions mentioned in your policy schedule and the policy wording. It is important that you thoroughly review these documents before making any decisions.

Whilst comparing travel quotes from different travel insurances for South Africa, make sure you are aware of the following:

• The medical benefits available and the limit of the Sum Insured for each.
• Terms of claims. A lot of times, the terms and conditions can be tricky and very hard to come by. Read the fine print carefully.
• The claims process by checking the company’s previous claim records. After all, that’s the whole point of insurance, right?

If you plan to explore coral reefs, the multicultural city of Cape Town or the Dragon Mountains, book a vacation to South Africa!

South Africa is famous for its vibrant and diverse history and culture, which make it one of the most remarkable tourist destinations worldwide. It is home to a unique blend of marvellous architecture, spectacular cityscapes, wildlife, and exotic cuisine.

Generally, winter mornings and nights are the chilliest, while summers in South Africa are known for the scorching heat. Hence, the best time to visit South Africa from May to September. This is the perfect season as, at this time, the weather is moderately cold.

Here are some of the pivotal safety precautions that you must consider while travelling to South Africa:

• Be alert at the airport and keep the travelling documents in places where they are easily accessible.
• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or exchanging cash at the airport. Moreover, while you visit ATMs in South Africa, make sure not to withdraw large amounts.
• While staying in the hotel, keep doors locked and refrain from opening for strangers.
• Keep the necessary medications with yourself.
• Make sure to use trusted taxis and cab services.
• You need to stay in groups and avoid getting strayed away.
• Keep track of your valuable belongings.
• Most people in South Africa are friendly and welcoming, but it's a good idea to be aware of tourist scams in South Africa to protect yourself during your travels.

In addition, you need to have a travel insurance policy. It will cover all unexpected expenses on a foreign trip, such as flight cancellation, medical emergencies and other such situations.