Wesleyan Field Hockey in South Africa
TOUR INFO:
When: May 25th-June 3rd, 2026
Initial Program & Pricing:
Register and Pay Here(team funds will be added to each account as they are paid)
Initial Flights:
UA 721T 25MAY Boston to Dulles 216P 404P
UA1011T 25MAY Dulles to Cape Town 630P 320P#1
UA2023W 02JUN Cape Town to Dulles 800P 540A#1
UA 641W 03JUN Dulles to Boston 825A 956A
Give Back: Inspire Youth and Children
Prep Info Here and General Packing Here
Hotels(Tentative):
Lagoon Beach Hotel and Spa
1 Lagoon Gate Drive, Lagoon Beach, Cape Town, 7441
Tel: +27 21 528 2000
Protea Hotel Stellenbosch
Techno AVe, Techno Park Stellenbosch 7600 SA
Aquila Game Reserve
R46, Touws River, 6880, South Africa Tel:
+27 21 430 7260
NEW Requirement as of 2/25/2026
π What is the SARS Traveler Declaration?
Itβs a new program that includes a mandatory form every traveler needs to complete before entering South Africa. The form helps South African authorities track who is coming into the country for customs, health, and security checks.
β° When to Complete It:
You must fill out the declaration in advance, ideally within 48 hours before your arrival in South Africa. This is usually done online through the official SARS website at the link below.
https://tools.sars.gov.za/sarsonlinequery/traveller
You can also register at the Official SARS eFiling Portal and set up a login for future trips:
https://www.sarsefiling.co.za/travellerdeclaration
π± How It Works:
Before your flight, you enter your personal details, travel info, and answer a few health and customs related questions. After submitting, you receive a confirmation email or QR code that can be printed or saved to your phone.
When you arrive at the airport in South Africa, you show this confirmation email or QR code during customs and immigration checks along with your passport. It speeds up the screening process and ensures your declaration is on file.
π At the Airport:
Officials will verify your declaration against your passport and travel details.
If all is in order, you proceed through customs.
If any additional checks are needed, they will be conducted onsite.
As mentioned, this is a brand new process for South Africa. They are hoping that completing the form in advance will smooth your entry, help comply with health regulations, and avoid delays but there could be some confusion at the airport during the introduction phase.
Email info@zagsports.com with any questions
Zagging in South Africa Highlights
Experience scenic Cape Town, which has been voted the most popular and most beautiful city in the world by many publications.
Table Mountain
Beautiful beaches
Zag Cultural learning experience
Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was held prisoner for 18 years
Township Tour
South African dinner with traditional dances and dress
Overnight stay at Game Reserve & driving tour
Lions, Giraffes, Zebras, Elephants, Rhinos, Hippos, & more!
Zip lining tour through the Elgin Valley & mountains
Unique, sustainable, and responsible give back opportunities carefully chosen to promote well-being in the community