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Namibia is one of the best places in the world to explore without a guide. In most cases, travellers to the desert country opt for self-drive adventures, enabling them to visit all of the country’s major attractions at their own pace. Furthermore, hiring a car can end up being a lot cheaper than taking domestic […]
Read moreReady to let your 4×4 fall in love with the Western Cape's seductive slopes? Test out some of the best 4×4 routes in the Western Cape.
Read moreBotswana is one of the best places in the world to go on a self-drive 4×4 adventure. Here, you can explore the endless sands of the Kalahari one day and the lush, life-filled channels of the Okavango Delta the next. These protected areas also preserve unique cultures like that of the San people. Best of […]
Read moreEach year in August and September, South Africa’s West Coast transforms from an arid, dusty landscape into an explosion of colourful wildflowers. When spring arrives, countless floral species take their cue and burst through the ground, putting on a show that’s renowned the world over. “Wildflower Season” is a festive time for Cape residents, but […]
Read moreBotswana is a warmhearted and welcoming country in the centre of southern Africa. Thanks to its diverse and pristine landscapes, it offers exceptional camping and self-drive experiences in unspoiled wildernesses. It’s a top destination for adventurers seeking to immerse themselves in nature on their own schedule. The country has many areas and reserves with camping […]
Read moreThe hype around the Suzuki Jimny is real. This boxy, compact 4×4 has taken South Africa by storm, swapping city streets for gravel trails at the twist of a dial thanks to its incredible off-road capabilities. It’s no surprise, then, that this unique SUV is in high demand for camping enthusiasts. Here at Drive South […]
Read moreIn 2023, we invited travellers to enter our Road Trip Explorer competition to stand a chance to win a fully-paid, camping-equipped 4×4 rental for seven days. We’re excited to share that our winners, Chanel and Stevo, took the opportunity to explore Limpopo’s Waterberg region. In fact, they took their one year old daughter, Elodie, along […]
Read moreWe have created a list of the best 4×4 forums in South Africa that are sure to put you in touch with some of the country's foremost 4×4 enthusiasts.
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