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South Africa rental car - travel information
Touring South Africa in Style
South Africa is among the most diverse and attractive countries to tour. Plenty of tourists flock the country to marvel at its natural magnificence, wildlife and sunshine. It is a country rich in diverse terrains that will allow you to view unspoiled wildernesses, enjoy yourself on beautiful beaches, and if you get thrilled by drives, rent a car and enjoy yourself to the fullest.
South Africa’s International airport- Did you know?
- OR Tambo International airport is the primary airport in South Africa
- It was formerly identified as Johannesburg International Airport
- It is the busiest Airport if Africa, handling up to 28 million travelers annually
- In the 1970s, it was used as a test airport for the aircraft known as Concorde, to help ascertain how the craft would perform at high altitude regarding taking off and landing.
How do I travel from the airport?
There are many ground travel options for tourists arriving at OR Tambo International Airport. For instance;
Hotel shuttle services
The airport is half an hour from most parts of the capital city. Most big hotels have shuttle bus services that operate to and from the airport. When making your room reservation, remember to inquire about these services.
Car rental
There are plenty of cheap car hire companies available at the airport. Car rental is perhaps the most convenient transport means for the tourist, since you get the liberty to tour the country conclusively. After you rent a car, it is advisable that you pay keen attention to the freeway interchanges to avoid missing your way.
Taxis
These are effective if you would like to be dropped at your destination. They are metered and are recognizable by their yellow lights on their roofs. The taxi rank is just outside the airport’s arrivals area.
Buses
Although they provide a cheaper option, some of them especially the informal ones cannot be trusted to give quality services. To avoid getting inconvenienced, just rent a car and drive at your own pace to your destination.
What are some of the best tourist destinations in South Africa?
Nambiti Private Game Reserve
A thrilling Private Game Reserve in the famous district if KwaZulu Natal. The reserve is a 4 hours drive away from the capital city Johannesburg. It is a new reserve, but has now become a favorite destination for local and also international tourists. It would be best to drive in your own car from Johannesburg, and get to see plenty other attractions. All you need is simply get in touch with a car rental company and get the car of your choice.
The Garden Route
This is an outstanding route stretching from Mossel Bay up to the mouth of Storms River. It is a route characterized by beaches, lakes, rivers, dense forests, kloofs and unique hardwood trees. It is among the most stunning regions in South Africa.
Limpopo Province
This is a unique province which is a must see. Rent a car and travel through this bushveld province of South Africa. It is a place rich with cultural heritage, and it is referred to as the place of friendship and peace.
Some of our car rental companies available in South Africa
We offer a comparison of all the rent a car companies in South Africa:
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Woodford Car Rental
From€ 8 / day -
Alamo
From€ 15 / day -
Thrifty
No rates available -
Bluu Car Rental
From€ 11 / day -
Sixt
From€ 14 / day -
Budget
From€ 12 / day
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Car rental facts in South Africa
The most frequently asked questions for South Africa are shown below. If you can't find an answer to your question, check the faq page.
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What was the average car rental length for South Africa in the month May.
In the month May, The average car rental length in South Africa was 16 days. -
How much is the average car rental duration in 2025.
The average car rental duration in 2025 is 16 days. -
What is the most booked car rental type in South Africa?
Currently the most booked car rental in South Africa is Economy. -
What is the price of a car rental in South Africa?
The average car rental price was last month. -
What is the average daily price for a car rental in South Africa?
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What are the available car rental companies for South Africa?
The available car rental companies in South Africa are:- Woodford Car Rental
- Alamo
- Thrifty
- Bluu Car Rental
- Sixt
- Budget
- Enterprise
- First Car
- Avis
- National Car Rental
- Europcar
- Bidvest Car Rental
- Hertz
- FireFly Car Rental
- Keddy By Europcar
- Green Motion
- U-Save Auto Rental
- Carwiz rent a car
- Tempest
- Bobo Campers
- Britz Motorhomes
- Bushlore Africa
- KEA Campers
- Maui Motorhomes
- Dollar Rent a Car