Car Rental in South Africa
We can also arrange your car rental during your South African trip. Driving a rental car is the best possible way to see the country as it gives you the most freedom. South Africans drive on the left side of the road, and roads, especially highways, are in exceptionally good condition. Having your own rental car in South Africa allows you to travel very efficiently, without the stress of arranging transportation from place to place.
Your rental car can be picked up at most of the cities on your itinerary and can also be dropped off at many cities. Naturally, you can also decide to combine a rental car with other forms of transportation.
Summary of rates and options for car rental in South Africa
| B Class Toyota Yaris T3 or comparable | • 5-door • radio/cd and air conditioning • manual drive • power steering • ABS and air bag • appropriate for 4 people • luggage: 2 medium suitcases, 1 small suitcase, 1 carry on | Rate per day: £39 |
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| Rates per vehicle per day up to 6 days |
| C Class Toyota Corolla or comparable | • 5-door • radio/cd and air conditioning • manual drive • power steering • ABS and air bag • appropriate for 4 people • luggage: 2 medium suitcases, 1 small suitcase, 1 travel bag | Rate per day: £47 |
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| Rates per vehicle per day up to 6 days |
| D Class Honda Jazz or comparable | • 5-door • radio/cd and air conditioning • automatic option • power steering • ABS and air bag • engine capacity: 1.6 • appropriate for 4 people • luggage: 1 medium suitcase, 1 small suitcase, 1 travel bag | Rate per day: £53 |
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| Rates per vehicle per day up to 6 days |
| K Class Nissan X-trail or comparable | • 5-door • radio/CD and air conditioning • manual drive • power steering • ABS and air bag • appropriate for 5 people • luggage: 2 medium suitcases, 2 small suitcases, 1 travel bag | Rate per day: £94 |
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| Rates per vehicle per day up to 6 days |
| N Class Toyota Quantum or comparable | • 5-door • radio/CD and air conditioning • manual drive • power steering • ABS and air bag • appropriate for 8 people • luggage: 4 large suitcases, 3 small suitcases, 3 travel bags | Rate per day: £145 |
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| Rates per vehicle per day up to 6 days |
Rates above include:
– Unlimited kilometres
– Rates apply per 24 hours
– 14% taxes
– Third Party insurance, theft, CDW and PAI (included in full coverage insurance)
– If applicable, airport tax
– Car and maps/additional information
Rates above exclude:
– Fuel: approx. R.15 (approx £1) per litre
– If applicable, one-way charges (drop-off location differs from pick-up location)
– If applicable, additional driver charges: R150 (approx. £10) one time fee per extra driver during rental period
– If applicable, young driver surcharge for drivers 18-20 years of age: R125 (approx. £8.50) per day
– If applicable, charges for delivering car to hotel
– If applicable, extra items such as children’s booster seats: R150 (approx £10) per rental period
– Contract fees: R35 (£2.25) per rental period
– Safety deposit: R1000 (approx. £64) per rental period
All fees must be paid on location and are subject to change. Car rental organisations have the right to change their fees without further notice. In South Africa, larger car rental organisations do not compete on terms and conditions. Applicable terms and conditions are the same for all of these organisations. For more information on one-way charges, extra drivers, ages, delivery charges, safety deposits and many other related subjects, review our South Africa car rental terms and conditions. Please keep in mind that an international drivers licence is required for all drivers. For more information about 4X4 rental, have a look at our 4X4 page.
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Should you have any further questions about car rental in South Africa, or if you have specific requests, send us an email at [email protected] or call us at 01273 322047 or +44 1273 322047 (if calling from outside the UK).
If you would like to request a rental car (in combination with land arrangements and possible flights), click here for a quote request form.