Camper van hire Nelspruit

Nelspruit is situated in Mpumalanga province in South Africa. It has an estimated population of around 500 000 people and is home to many businesses including the University of Limpopo. The city centre is located at the confluence of the Molapo River and the Tugela River. There are several shopping centres and supermarkets in the area, but there are no big hotels in the town itself. Most visitors stay in nearby towns such as Vereeniging, Rustenburg and Springs.

The main attraction in Nelspruit is the Kruger National Park, which lies just 20 km from the city. The park covers over 2 million hectares and attracts thousands of tourists every year. Many people come here to see the animals, especially elephants, lions and rhinos. If you're looking for accommodation near the Kruger National Park then you should consider staying in the small town of Phalaborwa. This is where most of the campsites are located. The best time to visit the Kruger National Park is between October and March when the weather is cooler and less humid than during summer months.

If you're planning on visiting the Kruger National Park, you'll probably want to rent a car. Avis Rent-a-Car is based in Nelspruit and offers cheap rates for rentals. They offer cars ranging from economy models to luxury vehicles. Their offices are open Monday through Friday from 8am until 5pm. They also offer 24 hour service if needed.

Some useful information about South Africa

The unique country code for South Africa is ZA. You will likely therefore find that country code in your address bar if you visit a website from South Africa. With regards to time, South Africa lies in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone, which means that it has a GMT offset of 2.0 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I drop off my campervan somewhere other than South Africa?

In many cases you can. Note that if you do, there is likely to be an increased cost.

How does the insurance work in South Africa?

The campervan insurance is almost always included in the vehicle hire cost, but this usually does not include the full excess (see below).

Will there be an excess for campervan hire South Africa?

There is likely to be an excess in most cases, however you can usually remove it if you pay a little more per day. You may also be able to arrange with a 3rd party to cover the insurance.

Can I compare prices in South Africa?

Absolutely! Our search engine lets you compare across a range of campervan providers to secure the best deal.

Is there a charge for using a card to hire a campervan in South Africa?

In most cases there is a nominal charge to use a credit or debit card, which rarely exceeds 2%. Please note that Visa and Mastercard are the only card types accepted at this time.