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Tourism 2 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
NSC – Marking Guidelines
INFORMATION FOR MARKERS
TOPICS IN THE GRADE 10 TOURISM CAPS ABBREVIATION
Topic 1 Tourism sectors TS
Topic 2 Map work and tour planning MTP
Topic 3 Tourism attractions TA
Topic 4 Sustainable and responsible tourism SRT
Topic 5 Domestic, regional and international tourism DRI
Topic 6 Culture and heritage tourism CH
Topic 7 Foreign exchange FX
Topic 8 Communication and customer care CC
Topic 9 Marketing M
• Accept alternative answers that are relevant and correct, even if they are not listed in
these marking guidelines.
• Where a question asks for TWO points, mark only the FIRST TWO points given by the
candidate.
• For calculations, award marks for method as shown by the ticks. Where the answer only
is given and it is correct, award full marks.
• Accept a decimal comma or a decimal point in calculations.
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Tourism 3 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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SECTION A: SHORT QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1
1.1 1.1.1 C ✓ Tourist DRI
1.1.2 A ✓ Excursionist (same-day visitor) DRI
1.1.3 B ✓ Bed and breakfast TS
1.1.4 C ✓ Backpackers’ hostel TS
1.1.5 A ✓ Street map MTP
1.1.6 D ✓ Pacific Ocean MTP
1.1.7 B ✓ Polokwane MTP
1.1.8 C ✓ Northern Cape TA
1.1.9 B ✓ USD FX
1.1.10 B ✓ Pound sterling FX
1.1.11 A ✓ Bank buying rate FX
1.1.12 C ✓ Freedom Day CH
1.1.13 B ✓ Souvenir TA
1.1.14 A ✓ Logo M
1.1.15 B ✓ Sho’t Left M
1.1.16 C ✓ environmental sustainability SRT
1.1.17 C ✓ international DRI
1.1.18 B ✓ non-verbal communication CC
1.1.19 A ✓ visit friends and relatives (VFR) DRI
1.1.20 D ✓ Receptionist TS
(20 x 1) (20)
1.2 1.2.1 C ✓ (Carbon footprint) SRT
1.2.2 D ✓ (Itinerary) MTP
1.2.3 G ✓ (Professional image) CC
1.2.4 F ✓ (Ecotourism) SRT
1.2.5 A ✓ (Exchange rate) FX
(5 x 1) (5)
1.3 1.3.1 legend ✓ MTP
1.3.2 Gauteng ✓ MTP
1.3.3 five-star ✓ TS
1.3.4 euro ✓ FX
1.3.5 telephone etiquette ✓ CC
(5 x 1) (5)
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1.4 1.4.1 Union Buildings ✓ TA
1.4.2 Big Hole ✓ TA
1.4.3 Golden Gate Highlands National Park ✓ TA
1.4.4 Blyde River Canyon ✓ TA
1.4.5 uShaka Marine World ✓ TA
(5 x 1) (5)
1.5 1.5.1 Tropic of Cancer ✓ MTP
1.5.2 Equator ✓ MTP
1.5.3 Tropic of Capricorn ✓ MTP
1.5.4 Prime (Greenwich) Meridian ✓ MTP
1.5.5 Southern Hemisphere ✓ MTP
(5 x 1) (5)
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TOTAL SECTION A: 40
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Tourism 5 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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SECTION B: MAP WORK AND TOUR PLANNING; FOREIGN EXCHANGE
QUESTION 2
2.1.1 OR Tambo International Airport ✓✓ MTP (2)
2.1.2 C KwaZulu-Natal ✓ MTP
D Eastern Cape ✓
(2 x 1) (2)
2.1.3 Bloemfontein (Mangaung) ✓✓ MTP (2)
2.1.4 North-east (NE) ✓✓ MTP (2)
2.1.5 Lesotho ✓✓ MTP (2)
2.2.1 570 km ÷ 95 km/h ✓ MTP
= 6 hours ✓ (2)
2.2.2 07:00 + 6 h + 45 min ✓ MTP
= 13:45 ✓
NOTE: Mark consistently with the answer to QUESTION 2.2.1. (2)
2.2.3 570 km ÷ 100 × 8 litres = 45,6 litres ✓ MTP
45,6 litres × R22,50 ✓
= R1 026,00 ✓
OR
R1 026,00 ✓✓✓ (3)
2.2.4 It gives turn-by-turn directions, so the family will not get lost. ✓✓ MTP
• It shows traffic jams, road works and accidents and suggests
alternative routes.
• It shows the distance and the expected time of arrival.
• It helps to find fuel stations, restaurants and places to stop
along the way.
(ANY ONE) (2)
2.3.1 The budget of the clients ✓ MTP
The travel dates/length of the trip ✓
• The number of people travelling and their ages
• Their interests/reason for travelling
• Special needs (e.g. dietary needs, disabilities, medical
conditions)
• Preferred type of accommodation/transport
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
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2.3.2 National roads/routes ✓ MTP
Airports ✓
• Towns and cities/capital cities
• Provincial and international borders
• Rivers/dams/mountains
• National parks/nature reserves
• Tourist attractions
• Border posts/toll gates
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
2.3.3 Take regular rest breaks (e.g. every 2 hours or 200 km) to avoid MTP
driver fatigue. ✓✓
Obey the speed limit and the rules of the road. ✓✓
• Do not drink and drive.
• Have the vehicle serviced and check tyres, oil and water before
the trip.
• Avoid driving at night.
• Keep doors locked and valuables out of sight.
• Plan the route and tell someone about it/keep emergency
numbers.
• Everyone must wear a seat belt.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
2.3.4 4 cm × 50 000 = 200 000 cm ✓ MTP
200 000 cm ÷ 100 000 ✓
= 2 km ✓
OR
2 km ✓✓✓ (3)
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Tourism 7 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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QUESTION 3
3.1 (a) Japanese yen ✓ FX
(b) Australian dollar ✓
(c) Yuan (renminbi) ✓
(3 x 1) (3)
3.2 The rate at which a bank/forex bureau sells foreign currency to a FX
customer. ✓✓ (2)
3.3 R15 000 (÷✓) 24,60 ✓ FX
= £609,76 ✓
• GBP609,76
OR
£609,76 ✓✓✓
NOTE: If the candidate uses the bank buying rate (22,90), award a
maximum of 1 mark for the method. (3)
3.4 US$800 (×✓) 17,20 ✓ FX
= R13 760,00 ✓
OR
R13 760,00 ✓✓✓
NOTE: If the candidate uses the bank selling rate (18,40), award a
maximum of 1 mark for the method. (3)
3.5 R13 760,00 × 1,5% = R206,40 ✓ FX
R13 760,00 − R206,40 ✓
= R13 553,60 ✓
OR
R13 760,00 × 98,5% ✓✓ = R13 553,60 ✓
NOTE: Mark consistently with the answer to QUESTION 3.4. (3)
3.6 It brings foreign currency into the country, which helps to pay for FX
imports/strengthens the rand. ✓✓
It creates jobs in tourism businesses (e.g. hotels, restaurants, tour
operators). ✓✓
• It contributes to the GDP/economic growth of South Africa.
• The government earns tax (e.g. VAT) that can be used for
infrastructure and services.
• Local businesses (e.g. craft sellers, farmers) earn income – the
multiplier effect.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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3.7 The tourist may be robbed or given counterfeit (fake) money. ✓✓ FX
• It is illegal to exchange money outside an authorised dealer.
• The tourist may receive a poor exchange rate/be cheated.
(ANY ONE) (2)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 50
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Tourism 9 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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SECTION C: TOURISM ATTRACTIONS; CULTURE AND HERITAGE TOURISM;
MARKETING
QUESTION 4
4.1 A Table Mountain ✓ TA
B Kruger National Park ✓
C Bloukrans Bridge (bungee) ✓
D Cango Caves ✓
(4 x 1) (4)
4.2 A Natural ✓ TA
C Man-made ✓
(2 x 1) (2)
4.3 Mpumalanga ✓✓ TA
• Limpopo
(ANY ONE) (2)
4.4 Lion ✓ TA
Elephant ✓
• Leopard
• Rhinoceros
• Buffalo
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
4.5 It creates jobs (e.g. cableway staff, tourist guides, restaurant TA
workers). ✓✓
Tourists spend money at hotels, restaurants and shops in the city.
✓✓
• Entrance/cableway fees bring in income.
• The government earns taxes from tourism businesses.
• Small businesses (e.g. curio sellers, transport operators) earn
an income.
• It attracts international tourists who bring foreign exchange.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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4.6 Check and maintain the equipment (ropes, harnesses) regularly. TA
✓✓
Use qualified and trained staff/jump masters. ✓✓
• Weigh tourists and set age, weight and health limits.
• Give a safety briefing before every jump.
• Have first-aid equipment and an emergency plan.
• Make tourists sign an indemnity form.
• Do not allow jumps in bad weather.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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QUESTION 5
5.1.1 Everything (places, objects, customs and traditions) that we inherit CH
from past generations and want to protect and pass on to future
generations. ✓✓ (2)
5.1.2 Tangible heritage is heritage that can be seen and touched, e.g. CH
buildings, monuments, artefacts. ✓✓
Intangible heritage cannot be touched, e.g. language, songs,
dances, stories, customs/rituals. ✓✓
(2 x 2)
NOTE: Award 1 mark for the explanation and 1 mark for a correct
example. (4)
5.2.1 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization CH
✓✓ (2)
5.2.2 KwaZulu-Natal ✓ CH (1)
5.2.3 Mixed ✓ CH (1)
5.2.4 Limpopo ✓ CH (1)
5.2.5 Political prisoners, including Nelson Mandela, were held there; it is CH
a symbol of the triumph of democracy/freedom over oppression.
✓✓
• It reminds South Africans of the struggle against apartheid. (2)
5.2.6 World Heritage Site status attracts more international tourists, who CH
bring income and foreign exchange. ✓✓
The sites are protected and conserved for future generations. ✓✓
• It creates jobs for local communities.
• South Africa receives international recognition/a positive image.
• The country may receive funding/expert help for conservation.
• It creates pride and educates people about South Africa’s
history and nature.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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5.3.1 24 September ✓ CH (1)
5.3.2 Learners wear traditional clothing to school and share the stories CH
behind it. ✓✓
• Hold a cultural day with traditional food, music and dance.
• Organise an excursion to a heritage site/museum.
• Learners do projects/presentations on their family history and
customs.
(ANY ONE) (2)
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QUESTION 6
6.1 All the activities a business uses to make people aware of its M
products/services and to persuade them to buy. ✓✓ (2)
6.2 Couples ✓✓ M
• Couples who enjoy art, hiking and nature (2)
6.3 ’Wake up to the mountains’ ✓✓ M (2)
6.4 Social media (e.g. Facebook, Instagram) ✓ M
Radio/newspaper/magazine advertisements ✓
• Brochures/flyers
• Travel/tourism expos
• Billboards
• Online travel booking websites
• Word of mouth
• Email newsletters
NOTE: Do not accept the website or WhatsApp, as they are already in
the advertisement.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
6.5 South African Tourism (SA Tourism) ✓✓ M (2)
6.6 Potential guests trust reviews by other guests, so good reviews will M
attract more bookings. ✓✓
• It is free advertising (electronic word of mouth).
• It builds a good reputation/image for the guest house.
(ANY ONE) (2)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 50
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Tourism 12 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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SECTION D: TOURISM SECTORS; SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
QUESTION 7
7.1.1 Bed and breakfast: the room/accommodation for the night plus TS
breakfast the next morning. ✓✓ (2)
7.1.2 Room: R1 450 × 3 = R4 350 ✓ TS
Children: R250 × 2 × 3 = R1 500 ✓
Dinner: R180 × 4 × 3 = R2 160 ✓
Total = R8 010,00 ✓
OR
R8 010,00 ✓✓✓✓ (4)
7.1.3 Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) ✓✓ TS (2)
7.1.4 Tourists know what standard of service and facilities to expect, TS
which attracts more guests. ✓✓
• It can be used in marketing/the lodge is listed by SA Tourism.
• It gives the lodge a competitive advantage.
• It encourages the lodge to maintain/improve its standards.
(ANY ONE) (2)
7.2.1 Car (rental/private car) ✓ TS
Bus/coach ✓
• Train (e.g. Gautrain, Blue Train, Shosholoza Meyl)
• Minibus taxi
• Bicycle/motorcycle
• Ride-hailing services (e.g. e-hailing)
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
7.2.2 It is the fastest way to travel long distances, so tourists save time. TS
✓✓
• It is safe and comfortable.
• It connects countries/continents across oceans.
(ANY ONE) (2)
7.3.1 A travel agent advises clients and books/sells travel products such TS
as flights, accommodation, car rental and tours on their behalf. ✓✓ (2)
7.3.2 Receptionist/front-office manager ✓✓ TS
• Housekeeper/room attendant
• Hotel/general manager
• Porter/concierge
• Reservations agent
• Guest house owner
(ANY ONE) (2)
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7.3.3 Friendly/a positive attitude ✓ TS
Good communication skills ✓
• Patience
• Honest/reliable
• Neat appearance
• Able to work under pressure/flexible
• Respect for other cultures
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
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QUESTION 8
8.1 Tourism that minimises negative impacts on the environment and SRT
local communities and creates benefits for local people, now and in
the future. ✓✓ (2)
8.2 ’gets all its electricity from solar panels’ ✓ SRT
’collects rain water in large tanks’ ✓
• ’Guests are asked to reuse their towels’
• ’switch off lights when they leave their rooms’
• ’rangers stay on the roads so that plants and animals are not
disturbed’
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
8.3 Environmental (planet) ✓ SRT
Social (people) ✓
Economic (profit) ✓
(3 x 1) (3)
8.4 Solar energy ✓ SRT (1)
8.5 Use public transport, walk or cycle instead of driving private cars. SRT
✓✓
• Choose direct flights/fly less.
• Share a car (car-pool) with other travellers.
• Stay at accommodation that uses renewable energy.
• Switch off lights and air conditioners when not in use.
• Eat locally produced food.
(ANY ONE) (2)
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TOTAL SECTION D: 30
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Tourism 14 Hlayiso/Mock 2026
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SECTION E: DOMESTIC, REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL TOURISM;
COMMUNICATION AND CUSTOMER CARE
QUESTION 9
9.1 Visiting friends and relatives (VFR) ✓✓ DRI (2)
9.2 When residents of a country travel to places within their own DRI
country. ✓✓ (2)
9.3 36 000 000 × 14% ✓✓ DRI
= 5 040 000 trips ✓
• 5,04 million trips
OR
5 040 000 ✓✓✓ (3)
9.4 Inbound tourism: tourists from other countries who travel into a DRI
country, e.g. tourists from France visiting South Africa. ✓✓
Outbound tourism: residents of a country who travel out of the
country to another country, e.g. South Africans visiting Mauritius.
✓✓
(2 x 2) (4)
9.5 It creates jobs, e.g. in accommodation, transport and restaurants. DRI
✓✓
Money stays in South Africa and is spread to smaller towns and
rural areas. ✓✓
• It helps businesses to survive the off-season/reduces
seasonality.
• Government earns taxes from tourism spending.
• It supports small businesses and entrepreneurs (multiplier
effect).
• It is less affected by global events than international tourism.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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QUESTION 10
10.1.1 Verbal (communication) ✓ CC (1)
10.1.2 She let the phone ring eight times. ✓ CC
She was chewing gum while speaking. ✓
• She did not greet properly/identify the hotel and herself (’Ja,
hello?’).
• She did not use the hold button and talked loudly to a colleague.
• She left the caller waiting for three minutes.
• She was rude/ended the call abruptly without helping.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
10.1.3 ’Good morning, thank you for calling the Seaview Hotel. This is CC
Thandi speaking. How may I help you?’ ✓✓
NOTE: The greeting must include a polite greeting, the name of the hotel
and an offer to help/the name of the receptionist. (2)
10.1.4 She should have apologised politely and offered alternative dates CC
or a waiting list. ✓✓
• Take the caller’s details and phone back if there is a
cancellation.
• Recommend another (sister) hotel nearby.
(ANY ONE) (2)
10.2.1 Clean, neat hair ✓ CC
Clean, ironed uniform ✓
• Personal hygiene (e.g. bathing daily, deodorant, fresh breath)
• Short, clean nails
• Neat make-up/limited jewellery
• Clean, polished shoes
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 1) (2)
10.2.2 Satisfied customers return (repeat business) and become loyal to CC
the business. ✓✓
Happy customers recommend the business to others (positive
word of mouth/reviews). ✓✓
• It gives the business a competitive advantage.
• It increases sales and profit.
• It builds a good image/reputation for the business and for South
Africa.
• It reduces complaints.
(ANY TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
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10.2.3 Guests can identify and address staff members by name, which CC
makes service more personal. ✓✓
• It shows professionalism.
• Guests know who to approach for help/who served them
(accountability).
• It improves security, as staff can be identified.
(ANY ONE) (2)
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TOTAL SECTION E: 30
TOTAL: 200
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