Electrical Power Adapters

DawnC28DawnC28
in South Africa: An Elegant Adventure
Hi!

Does anyone know what kind of adapters we'll need for travel to South Africa & Zimbabwe?

We're from Canada, so we're going from 120v/60Hz...

Thanks so much!

Dawn

Comments

  • Calaf1Calaf1
    Took this trip in September. The different hotels and lodges had a mixture of plug types, even within some rooms there were different plug styles.

    The blurb below is from Tauck's "know before you go" section for this trip.

    "The electrical current is generally 220/230v, 15 amps, and is supplied through either 15-amp three-prong or 5-amp two-prong plugs, in both cases with round pins. If you bring anything electrical, you may need to bring an adapter – or you could buy one in South Africa. Generally, the 110v video chargers work safely on the 220v supply."

    Also, many websites show additional information. Here is one:

    https://whatplug.info/from/southafrica/to/zimbabwe

    This is a fantastic trip. Enjoy!

  • AshvEdAshvEd
    We took several adapters on this trip and most accomodations also had at least one North American style outlet. All of our devices (iPhone, iPad and camera) would charge on their voltage and Hz.This trip is one of the best we’ve been on.
  • DawnC28DawnC28
    Thanks! Appreciate the help. Cannot wait to go on this trip, especially with all of the great reviews!
  • VancyS2319VancyS2319

    I am still confused. My research suggests type D, M, and N adapters. But where did you purchase these? And Victoria Falls uses UK style plugs. Thank you

  • itskritskr
    edited May 1

    You can purchase adapters on Amazon. We brought D and M

  • VancyS2319VancyS2319

    Thank you, and you did not need N? What about Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls(

  • MS78MS78

    Just remember if you are using an Apple charger, you only need the proper plug because their chargers work with both currents. If you are using any other sort of appliance, you will need the converter along with proper plugs for the country you are visiting.

  • MS78MS78

    also if you plan on traveling a lot, I suggest a kit which has an adapter with all sorts of plugs, then you can just pull out the ones you need for each country you will visit. I purchased one from a company called Ceptics.

  • AlanSAlanS

    Posted in another thread: https://forums.tauck.com/discussion/comment/97508/#Comment_97508

  • SandyFeetSandyFeet

    Alan, most helpful. Thank you.

  • itskritskr

    @VancyS2319 we didn't bring N. I did bring G

  • VancyS2319VancyS2319

    You all have been so very helpful and generous. I do thank you so very much.

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