Africa is further than it feels, but simpler to organise than most expect — how to fly there from Australia, the visas Australians need, and the health and money essentials.
Africa is further than it feels, but simpler to organise than most expect. Here's the practical guide — how to fly there from Australia, the visas Australians need, health and money — with Cooee handling the details.
From Australia
Qantas flies direct Sydney–Johannesburg and now Perth–Johannesburg (≈11¼ hrs, the shortest). For Nairobi, Kilimanjaro, Cairo or Marrakech, connect via Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Singapore. Allow 18–24 hours from the east coast.
Australian passport
Visa-free (90 days): South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Morocco. Kenya eTA (~USD $30–34). Tanzania USD $50 and Egypt USD $25 (e-visa or on arrival). Multi-country East Africa and KAZA visas available. We arrange them all.
Vaccines & malaria
Yellow fever certificates are required for several countries; malaria precautions suit most safari areas (with malaria-free reserves in South Africa). See a travel doctor 6–8 weeks ahead, and check Smartraveller.gov.au.
Flights, visas, transfers, insurance and health advice — Brisbane-based, family-run since 1974, we take care of every detail so all you have to do is travel.