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SIXT Car Rental in South Africa
Start your adventure in South Africa behind the wheel of a premium SIXT car rental. With English-speaking branch agents and strategic locations in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, booking a car rental in South Africa is convenient and easy.
Whether you plan to take in the Garden Route or visit the penguins at Boulder’s Beach, a SIXT car rental in South Africa gives you the freedom to explore. Hit the road in a reliable vehicle, ranging from an SUV to a compact sedan, and discover the best of "The Rainbow Nation."
Driving Tips for South Africa
Driving your rental car in South Africa is easy with these tips:
- Speed Limits: In built-up areas, the speed limit is usually 60 km/h (35 mph). However, national highways and motorways have speed limits up to 120 km/h (75 mph).
- At the Pump: Pumping your own gas is illegal in South Africa. The attendant will fill your tank and also wash your windows if you’d like.
- Night Driving: Make sure your doors are locked and windows are closed. This is especially important at traffic lights. Also, watch for wild animals when driving in rural areas.
- Parking Attendants: Many places in South Africa offer free parking, but you should give the parking attendant a tip.
- First Come, First Served: At four-way stops, the first car at the line gets the right of way.
Before you hit the road, learn about protection options when you rent a car in South Africa.
Best places to visit in South Africa
Experience the beauty of South Africa, from the savannas to the coasts, when you book a car rental with SIXT.
- Knysna: Located along the Garden Route, Knysna is a beach destination where you can kayak in the Knysna Lagoon or relax on the sand. Many hiking areas, including Steenbok Nature Reserve, are only a short drive away in your rental car.
- Namaqualand: For hundreds of thousands of wildflowers spread over rolling hills, head to Namaqua National Park between late August and mid-September. Renting a car allows you to see the flowers in many places and travel at your own pace.
- Hermanus: Drive to Hermanus between June and November to see the Southern Right Whales. While you’re in town, stop at Hermanus Country Market for baked goods and local produce.
Rent a car in South Africa with SIXT and start checking off goals on your bucket list.
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Good to know when renting in South Africa
You must be at least 23 years old with a valid license held for a minimum of 2 years for all rental categories at SIXT locations in South Africa.
You can take your SIXT rental into Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland with written permission from the SIXT branch. This may not be possible with all rental categories, and a fee applies depending on which country you are going to and how long you will be there.
There are several toll roads in South Africa. All our vehicles have an e-toll device, and you can add E-Toll Service to your rental for more convenience.
We accept all major credit cards, but not prepaid or debit cards. Checks and cash are also not accepted as payment.
We allow one-way rentals between SIXT branches in South Africa, depending on the tariff.
