South Africa

Wildflowers on the West Coast.

West Coast Wildflower Guide for Spring 2026

SEASON UPDATE (July 2026): Early Blooms Arrive at Namaqua National Park! The 2026 Wildflower Season has officially begun! According to SANParks, early winter rains and...

31 July 2026
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Johannesburg at sunset.

11 Interesting Facts About Johannesburg

Booking car rental in Johannesburg? Jozi is the financial heart of South Africa, with millions of residents keeping its lifeblood pumping throughout Gauteng and beyond....

24 June 2026
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A family gets ready for a road trip.

Our Picks for Family-Friendly Road Trips in South Africa

Nothing creates lasting memories quite like loading up a vehicle and setting off on a classic family road trip. With its diverse landscapes, well-maintained highway...

12 June 2026
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A woman sitting outside an RV rental in South Africa.

Packing for Your Trip: Essentials for RV Rental in South Africa

RVs, also known as camper vans, are “recreational vehicles” with built-in living quarters. Typically, they have all the basic conveniences you need for camping trips,…

18 September 2025
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African penguins at Boulders Beach in Cape Town.

10 Fun Things to Do in Cape Town Under R200

Looking for fun things to do in Cape Town under R200? You’re actually spoiled for choice. Cape Town is one of the world’s most beautiful...

18 September 2025
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4 Exciting New EVs in South Africa

Electric mobility in South Africa is picking up speed, and it’s no longer just the domain of early adopters or luxury car buyers. From budget-friendly...

18 August 2025
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10 Animals You Can Expect to See in South Africa

South Africa is renowned as one of the best places in the world to see wildlife. In fact, it’s home to eight distinct biomes: grasslands,...

8 July 2025
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A petrol attendant grabs a fuel pump in South Africa.

Reintroducing our DSA Fuel Cost Calculator

In South Africa, using a fuel cost calculator is an everyday exercise for many people. Our petrol and diesel prices fluctuate on a monthly basis,...

5 May 2025
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A cheetah staring into the distance on a grass plain.

Weekly Travel News Recap, 26 April: ACSA mandates physical searches of all persons wearing head coverings, petrol station hijackings on the rise, and more

Catch up on all the latest travel news with Drive South Africa. Each week, our team scours the web for the most interesting, trending, and...

27 April 2025
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Fuel pumps with text overlay.

Weekly Travel News Recap, 3 May: Flooding in Maasai Mara, fuel prices increase, and more

Catch up on all the latest travel news with Drive South Africa. Each week, our team scours the web for the most interesting, trending, and...

27 April 2025
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