The good road infrastructure in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe provides plenty of scope for self drive holidays.

We have selected what we think are some of the better ones routes.

However, we know that the choice is infinite, so if there is anywhere you wish to drive, and we don't feature it, let us know, we will organize it for you!

Our programs only use Avis cars, so you can rely on the fact that vehicles are the best on the road, and we personally inspect all hotels offered.

You can also rely on an affiliated network of offices and staff throughout the region, offering 24 hour support to all our passengers.

Therefore, should you
experience anything untoward, we are only a phone-call away !


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  SELF-DRIVE GETAWAYS


MPUMALANGA & KRUGER NATIONAL PARK - 4 day/3 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Johannesburg
From Johannesburg travel along the Panorama Route viewing God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon into Mpamalanga, home to The Kruger National Park (big five country), exquisite panoramic views, mountains, rivers, caves and the rich heritage of the local Ndebele and Swazi cultures. Kruger Park boasts the most developed infrastructure of all Africa's game parks, plus the world's largest concentration of species. From 250.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

JOHANNESBURG-DURBAN VIA SWAZILAND - 6 day/5 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Johannesburg
Drive into Mpamalanga, home to The Kruger National Park (big five country), exquisite panoramic views, mountains, rivers, caves and the rich heritage of the local Ndebele and Swazi cultures. Kruger Park boasts the most developed infrastructure of all Africa's game parks, plus the world's largest concentration of species. Then through landlocked Swaziland to Zululand and Hluhluwe, the oldest game reserve in Africa, and one of the largest in South Africa, ending your trip in Durban. From 530.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

GARDEN ROUTE & WINELANDS - 6 day/5 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Port Elizabeth
Discover St. Francis Bay and Knysna, situated between lush forests and the shores of its peaceful lagoon, one of the few places along the coast and in the world that supports a oyster hatchery. Then to Oudtshoorn, its ostrich farms attracting tourists in their droves, a brave few of whom risk taking a ride on one of the strange bird's backs, and famous Cango caves. Continue through the Karoo to the wine-lands of the Cape and the wine route of Stellenbosch. From 440.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

ROUTE 62: WINELANDS & GARDEN ROUTE - 8 day/7 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Cape Town
Drive along the fabled Western Cape to the Garden route with its incredible sites. This is a region that needs to be savored, slowly, as it offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world – mountains, oceans and views that go on forever, this coast is also a haven for the finest South African hospitality. Then through the Karoo to the wine-lands of the Cape and the wine route of Stellenbosch. From 520.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

BERG, BEACH, BUSH & BATTLES - 9 day/8 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Johannesburg
From Johannesburg drive to the moutains of the Drakensberg. From the massive basalt
cliffs of its northern reaches to the soaring sandstone buttresses in the south, the Berg - as it's popularly known - offers a myriad delights to anyone of any age who needs to 'get away from it all'. Then to Zululand to learn about the birth of the Zulu Nation and the rise and fall of King Shaka while discovering contemporary Zulu life. The Kwazulu-Natal battlefiled routes takes the visitor where brave soldiers fell and widows wept. This is a land where Shaka's mighty Zulu warriors once reigned supreme until they crossed swords with soldiers of the Queen. From 1250.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

SOUTH AFRICA BY MOTORCYCLE - 11 day/10 night itinerary  Self-Drive Motorbike tour from Cape Town
Travel along the famous 'Route 62' with it's breathtaking scenery and along the Garden Route on a BMW F 650 GS, the smallest and sportiest in the BMW fleet offering amazing features such as heated grips and ABS brakes. This is a lighter vehicle ideal for off road riding and general touring. Luggage is transported in the back-up vehicle. The bikes are equipped with original BMW panniers to store your day-packs and additional gear. From 3780.00 US $ p.p.. Departs SELECTED DATES

SOUTH AFRICA'S BEST BY MOTORHOME - 22 day/21 night itinerary  Self-Drive from Johannesburg
Travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town visiting South Africa's best by motorhome! Wherever your inclination takes you, a motorhome allows you the freedom to create your own holiday: just hook up to electricity and water at a campsite and enjoy. Follow the itinerary supplied and stay at the suggested camp sites for the best experience of South Africa. The Spirit 3 is a three berth Motorhome based on a Mercedes chassis featuring two spacious double beds and one single bed. From 1840.00 US $ p.p.. Departs DAILY

 

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