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SIXT Car Rental in South Africa
If you want to have a premium vehicle to explore with, book a car rental in South Africa through SIXT. We have a large and luxurious fleet of vehicles for you to choose from, with models from some of the best manufacturers in the world, including Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover. Our helpful customer service representatives are there to guide you through the rental process and answer any questions you may have. You can rent a car in South Africa from branches throughout the country, with some popular locations being in Cape Town and Johannesburg. A convertible is nice to drive along the coast, while a sedan is convenient if you’ll be staying in a city.
SIXT Services in South Africa
With our array of services, a car rental in South Africa is an easy way for you to explore the country. You’ll find that we have many car categories in our fleet for you to choose from, including sedans, SUVs, pickups, passenger vans, and luxury models. Customize your rental experience by selecting a bookable extra or two, like a navigation system or child seats. Whether you would like a one-day rental or a long-term rental, we have a range of rental periods that fit your schedule.
Best places to visit in South Africa
- Cape Town: With its beautiful coastal views and scenic landscapes, Cape Town is a must-see during your time in South Africa. Make sure to spend some time along the ocean and pay a visit to the popular V&A Waterfront.
- Durban: Durban is known for its stunning beaches and for being one of the best surfing spots in the world. It’s also considered to be the curry capital of South Africa, so don’t forget to try this dish during your stay in the city.
- Johannesburg: Known for being an art and culture hub, Johannesburg is a vibrant city that is also the country’s most populous. With its interesting museums and galleries, you’ll never run out of something to see or do while here.
Summer in South Africa
If you’ll be visiting South Africa during the summer months, you will most likely want to spend your time relaxing at some of the country’s beautiful beaches and soaking up the sun. South Africa is also great for recreational activities, like swimming, surfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and boating, as well as hiking and biking. Book a luxury SUV and crank up the air conditioning as you explore.
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Good to know when renting in South Africa
Car rental under 25 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.
Border restrictions
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.
Tolls
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.
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Customer reviews & feedback
Dominic N.
(4.0)
Friendly and efficient staff.
Thomas A.
(4.0)
The place is now called first rent a car. Pretty hard to find, since it's not really the right adress. Otherwise everything went as planned and service was good
Boitshoko M.
(5.0)
Super
Helen B.
(4.0)
Efficient carhiring
daniele c.
(5.0)
Good staff and quickly release
Nokulunga N.
(5.0)
Love love love
Beat K.
(5.0)
perfect service although we reserved the car at the worng place (city instaed of airport). Very good running car (VW Van).
Caleb L.
(4.0)
From start to finish, great experience. I didn't know about tolls, or the administrative fee, but that's my only gripe so far.
Jan C.
(5.0)
Great service in cape town
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FAQs about rentals in South Africa
Accepted payment methods
We accept all major credit cards, but not prepaid or debit cards. Checks and cash are also not accepted as payment.
One-way car rental in South Africa
We allow one-way rentals between SIXT branches in South Africa, depending on the tariff.
What's the minimum age to rent a car in South Africa?
To rent a car with SIXT at South Africa you need to be at least 23 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
At SIXT you can either pay online or when you pick up your car in South Africa.
What documents do I need to rent a car in South Africa?
You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.
Can I book a long-term car rental in South Africa?
Whether you’re planning to stay in South Africa or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.
Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in South Africa?
A damage waiver is included with your car rental. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.
Explore our car rental locations in South Africa
- Bloemfontein
- Cape Town
- Durban
- East London
- George
- Johannesburg
- Kimberley
- Klerksdorp
- Margate, ZA
- Mbombela
- Midrand
- Mthatha
- Pietermarizburg
- Pinetown
- Polokwane
- Port Elizabeth
- Pretoria
- Richards Bay
- Rustenburg
- Upington
- Vereeniging
- Witbank
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Check out our airport locations in South Africa
- Bloemfontein Airport
- Cape Town Airport
- Durban King Shaka Airport
- East London Airport
- George Airport
- Johannesburg Lanseria Airport
- Johannesburg O.R.Tambo Airport
- Kimberley Airport
- Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport
- Margate Airport
- Mthatha Airport
- Pietermaritzburg Airport
- Polokwane Airport
- Port Elizabeth Airport
- Upington Airport
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