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What does it cost to rent a campervan in South Africa?

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Should I book my campsites ahead of time for the Garden route?

Yes, book campsites ahead of your arrival especially in the peak season between November and April.

Renting a campervan offers you freedom to choose where and when to travel. If you want to keep this freedom book just a few at major stops. It's easier to change a booking than make a new one, that way you have the peace of mind knowing you have somewhere to stay but still keep the option of changing your mind if you want to.

Can I camp overnight in the Game Reserves?

Yes, there are campsites in the Game Reserves and National Parks. South Africa National Parks

Where are the Game Reserves in South Africa?

The following is a list of the Game Reserves in South Africa:

Where else can I return my campervan if I start in South Africa?

Rentals can be made between any of the following cities in South Africa:

Which other countries can I book a one-way rental to from South Africa?

Campervan rentals that start from South Africa are permitted to return to the following African countries:

One-way rentals in and from South Africa are offered but book well in advance and budget for one-way rental fees and border crossing charges.

What is the best time to travel on the Garden Route?

Visit in the summer between November and March.

Is it safe to rent a campervan in South Africa?

Yes, it is safe. Make sure you only drive during daylight and stay overnight in designated campsites.Stay in the National Parks for an exceptional experience.

Where can I buy food and supplies for a road trip?

You can start by shopping at one of the major supermarkets. This list helps you identify them.

  • SEGWAGWA Cash n Carry
  • Advance Cash n Carry
  • 7 Eleven
  • Boxer
  • Cambridge Food
  • Checkers
  • Checkers Hyper
  • Checkout
  • Choppies
  • Devland Metro Cash and Carry
  • Friendly (OK Franchise)
  • Discount Cash n Carry
  • Food Lover's Market
  • Foodzone Group
  • Game Stores
  • Jumbo Cash n Carry
  • Kit Kat Group
  • Makro
  • MEGASAVE Cash n Carry
  • OK Grocer
  • OK Minimark
  • OK Value
  • Pick n Pay Stores
  • Rhino Cash n Carry
  • Shoprite
  • ShopriteHyper
  • Spar
  • AM:PM (Online Supermarket)
  • Br!ng (Online Supermarket)
  • Woolworths
  • USave
  • USave Superstore
  • Checkstar

You do have an on-board fridge or chilly bin to keep things cool.

Is a 4x4 camper needed in South Africa?

You will need a 4x4 if you plan to go on independent safaris. If you plan to stay on main roads and take organised trips then rent a campervan or motorhome.

Are there toll roads and bridges in South Africa?

There are toll roads in South Africa. You can find a complete list on .The South African website

How much is petrol and diesel in South Africa?

The following two links are updated daily and will give you a good guide to the cost of fuel in South Africa. Rates do vary from cities to villages. Make sure you keep your tank full and carry a spare tank if you are planning on long distance travel off-road and in the Game Parks.

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Diesel prices in South Africa

Can I take my campervan into the Game Parks?

During the dry season roads and tracks are in good condition. Your terms and conditions on motorhome rental may not permit you to go on unsealed or tracks. You will need to rent a 4x4 camper to enter most National Parks in South Africa.

What equipment should I take on a safari?

We recommend good binoculars and a camera with a strong zoom lens. Take plenty of SD cards and keep them safe or load your photos onto the cloud when you get onto the internet to keep them safe.

Is there good mobile phone coverage in South Africa?

Yes, mobile phone coverage is very good. We recommend buying a local Sim card to reduce your costs unless you have a contract that allows free roaming.

Can I use the GPS service on my mobile phone?

We recommend a good map to support your use of mobile phone GPS. This is in case of phone failure due to loss of signal or because of loss of battery power.

Should I book my campervan rental before I arrive in South Africa?

We strongly recommend that you book well in advance. Unlike car rental companies campervan hire companies have a much smaller fleet size so there is limited availability.

What is a "Bakkie" in South Africa?

A bakkie is a a local word for a utility vehicle or a pickup truck.

What does it mean when a driver flashes headlights?

If an oncoming driver flashes headlights it is a warning of a hazard ahead. If a following driver flashes headlights it is because they want to pass. Pull over at a safe place and let them pass. It is courteous to do this in South Africa.

What are "robots" and "circles" in South Africa?

Robots are the local term for traffic lights and Circles are roundabouts. The vehicle that arrives at a roundabout first has priority.

Is it cold in South Africa?

Make sure you have warm clothes for after sunset as the temperatures drop.

Where can I find discounts and make savings on campervan hire in South Africa?

We include all discounts and savings in our booking engine. These are automatically applied during the process of generating a quote or when you go through the booking process.

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