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South African car hire allows for great exploration.

South African transportation

There are multitudes of ways to see South Africa. Hire a car, catch a bus or a train, or fly to top destinations across the country.

South African domestic flights

South Africa offers a range of domestic flights, from business class to budget-friendly, between all its major cities and prime visitor destinations.

South African Taxi Travel

Taxi travel in South Africa is interesting, to say the least. Metered taxis are the best bet, although some other unusual alternatives also exist.

South African buses include Intercape luxury coaches.

South African bus travel

If you’re interested in seeing South Africa by coach, you’ll be happy to know there are several luxury coach operators to choose from.

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South African Car Hire

If you’re keen on seeing the sights and sounds of South Africa from behind the wheel, you’ll be spoilt for choice for car hire.

South African Rail Travel

South Africa boasts a number of rail travel options, from economy and luxury rides to the ultra-luxurious offerings of the famous Blue Train.

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The Johannesburg Zoo makes for a fantastic family outing

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Road trips in and around Gauteng

Johannesburg/Pretoria to Cradle of Humankind

Head off down the track towards the Cradle of Humankind – where you’ll find ancient caves, famous fossils and exhibits that focus on man’s origins.
Magalies Meander

This fun route begs to be explored slowly. It offers scenic valleys, country inns, galleries and farm stalls and some of the best country lunches around.
Johannesburg/Pretoria to the Dinokeng Conservancy

A wonderful tourist route that incorporates the town of Cullinan, the Nan Hua Buddhist temple in Bronkhorstspruit, township tours, game lodges, a rose farm and a number of excellent spas.
Johannesburg to Parys, Free State

Only an hour’s drive brings you to a small town on the Vaal River that is rich in art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, river rafting, country inns, spice shops and delis.
Johannesburg to Ficksburg, Free State

Magical sandstone Free State landscapes, farm stalls, pink and white cosmos and homegrown hospitality en route.
Golden Gate National Park and Clarens

Just three hours from Jozi, this area is famous for its sandstone cliffs, caves and churches and Clarens is home to artists, crafts people, gift shops and restaurants.
Johannesburg/Pretoria to Dullstroom

A favourite weekend excursion as it takes only three hours to get to this town that is all shops, eateries, country inns and galleries; there’s even a pub in a barn – beware!
The Vaal Meander

A fun route that goes passed a variety of historic sites, and heads towards the Riviera Vaal Country Club and the Emerald Casino. Great place for watersports.
Hartbeespoort Dam

Leave Johannesburg or Pretoria and head for the Harbeespoort Dam. Enjoy a great day out and don’t forget to stop at the curio sellers and art galleries en route.
Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, south-east of Johannesburg

With 60kms of tar roads within this 13 000 hectare nature reserve, including a two-hour circular drive, it’s worth visiting for its cheetah population and exquisite birdlife.