The Drive South Africa Blog

Choosing the Right 4x4 Rental for Your Southern African Adventure: A Comprehensive Guide

Southern Africa is a virtual treasure trove for 4×4 self-drive enthusiasts. With 4×4 rental from Drive South Africa, you’ll be able to reach truly remote areas and really get stuck into the adventure of a lifetime, exploring diverse landscapes, incredible wildlife, and interesting local cultures. Above: 4×4 vehicle parked at Sandwich Harbour, Namibia.   Whether […]

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10 of the Most Scenic Drives in South Africa

If you’re self driving through South Africa, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to scenic drives.From epic mountain passes to winding coastal roads and quaint little towns to eye-popping vistas, there’s a route for everyone. In this blog post, we’ll take you through 10 of our favorite scenic drives in and around South […]

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The Pros and Cons of Choosing A Rental Car

So, you’ve got your sights set on your next holiday destination and you’re doing your research. You’re deciding on when you want to travel, what the highlights of your trip are going to be, and whether you’re going to opt for an organized tour or make your own way in a rental car. Above: Driving […]

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Exploring Botswana's Wild Side: Tips for Self-Driving with your Rental Car

Botswana is possibly Africa’s most spectacular self-drive safari destination. From the elephant-packed riverbanks of Chobe National Park to the lush Okavango Delta and the desolate expanse of the Makgadikgadi salt pans, there’s a whole world of untouched wilderness to explore. Above: Campsite setup on a 4×4 self-drive safari in Botswana Grab your keys and head […]

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Everything You Need to Know Before You Rent a Car in South Africa

South Africa is an incredible travel destination packed with many diverse attractions that will intrigue all kinds of traveler. An excellent way to discover this amazing country is by renting a car and heading out on an unforgettable road trip.    With a bit of research and a healthy sense of adventure, you’ll be able […]

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Help Create Africa’s Biggest Collection of Road Trip Stories with Road Trip Explorer

Have you taken a road trip anywhere in Africa? We’re creating the web’s most comprehensive collection of African road trip stories with our new Road Trip Explorer tool and we want to hear from you!   Road Trip Explorer is a new free service developed by Drive South Africa that helps road trippers document and […]

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The Benefits of Renting a Car in Southern Africa: Freedom and Flexibility

Southern Africa is made up of the countries of Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.    Each one of these countries offers travelers an interesting and diverse array of cultures to explore, not to mention beautiful landscapes and stunning wildlife. Wherever you want to go, there’s plenty to see […]

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The Five Things You Have To Do On Your South Africa Trip

With our rich history and diversity, it’s easy to see why South Africa is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. We have the most beautiful coastlines, a picking of bird and animal life, heart-stopping views, and spectacular fauna and flora.   It is challenging to choose, but I’ve included my top five things […]

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South Africa Car Rental Fleet Survey 2021

The South Africa car rental fleet survey for 2021 reveals that the total rental industry fleet size is roughly half the size of pre-pandemic levels this holiday season. With COVID-19 travel restrictions easing, the number of travellers seeking car rental for their holidays and business trips has increased dramatically over the last few months. But […]

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How to get to South Africa's National Parks

The short answer is DRIVE. The best way to experience these parks is to take your time and cruise through them according to your own schedule. If you are planning an adventure through these exquisite national parks, it helps to know how long it will take to get there. This article helps our fellow drivers […]

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