Self Drive Budget Safaris in South Africa.

Road excursions are best in South Africa. And one of the greatest ways to travel is to take a self-drive vacation. Self-drive vacations in South Africa are a cheap and convenient way to see the country independently. The main benefit of self-drive tours is that you may avoid making individual reservations and spending hours planning your journey across South Africa.

Why self-drive road excursions are ideal in South Africa

For solo overland travel, South Africa is an excellent destination since it is/has:

With landscapes that range from vast savannahs and semi-arid deserts to mountain passes and rocky beaches, it is breathtakingly gorgeous.
There is something for everyone on this diverse adventure, which is home to a wide range of wildlife, civilizations, and landscapes.

sprinkled with numerous charming small villages, oddball farm stands, and intriguing landmarks that provide great places to stop in between places.
first-rate infrastructure in the majority of places, including many eateries and stores, well-kept roads, and excellent lodging standards.

outstanding internet connectivity and cell phone coverage to contribute to a fun and safe trip.
favorable exchange rates for tourists from the US, Europe, and many other countries.
You’re unlikely to get lost thanks to clearly marked roads and thorough internet maps.
dependable roadside assistance programs and reasonably priced rental car choices.
one of the most stable nations in Africa and generally safe.

Why are road vacations that are self-drive so fantastic?

This arrangement combines the best aspects of both worlds. Without having to share your trip with a random tour group, you may take advantage of the advantages of a well-planned tour. We reserve your lodging, set up your rental car, and give you travel instructions for our featured self-drive tours. And voilà, you’re off!

The flexibility of a changeable schedule
traveling independently, without a tour group or a shared car.
Reduced prices for hotel stays during tours
carefully chosen lodging choices that have been approved by seasoned tourists.
Select the vehicle that best suits your needs in terms of both cost and elegance.
Use of trustworthy vehicle rental businesses
Instructions for your itinerary
Make your trip unique to you.
We provide you your itinerary’s directions.

The main features and attractions that give each region of this multicultural African nation its own character are included in each self-drive tour.

Self-Drive Tours in South Africa with Monumental Expeditions and Safaris

Three of the greatest self-drive safaris that visit various regions of South Africa are listed below:
South Africa Self-Drive Tour: South Africa’s Durban to Gqeberha Self-Drive Tour: Garden Route to Cape Town
South Africa Self-Drive Tour of KwaZulu-Natal, Eswatini, and Kruger
Learn more about our self-drive tours in South Africa.
Self-Drive Tour from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park
Game viewing in Kruger National Park and taking your time exploring the picturesque Panorama Route are the package’s highlights.

Game drives, meals, park admission, and lodging in Kruger National Park are all included in the package. As an alternative, you can just reserve a room in Kruger Park. It’s easy to plan your Kruger Safari with our self-drive tour.

Self-Drive Tour from Cape Town to Garden Route

This self-drive safari travels the picturesque Garden Route along South Africa’s coast from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth.

See the Western Cape’s well-known Cape Winelands, Hermanus, South Africa’s Whale Capital, and Oudtshoorn, which is known for its ostriches.

Before going game watching in the Malaria Free Addo Elephant National Park, take a tour of the renowned Garden Route, making stops at the picturesque coastal villages of Knysna and the Wilderness. The welcoming city of Port Elizabeth, with its lovely beaches, is where this budget safari comes to a conclusion. The tour ends in Cape Town and can be taken in reverse order.

Johannesburg to Durban Self-Drive Safari or Durban to Johannesburg

This low-cost vacation offers breathtaking landscapes and pleasant beaches, making it a haven for wildlife lovers.

Before continuing on to St Lucia, where you may explore the Greater St Lucia Wetland Area, a UNESCO World Heritage site, take a leisurely drive from Durban to the coastal town of Ballito for a day on a tropical beach on Kwazulu Natal’s North Coast. After that, you travel to the esteemed Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park to observe wildlife in this Big Five wilderness region.

For further wildlife viewing, drive from Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary in Swaziland. Pilgrims Rest, a historic mining town on the picturesque Panorama Route, is your next destination when you return to South Africa. The vibrant city of Johannesburg is where this animal and beautiful journey comes to an end.

Self-Drive Safari from Port Elizabeth to Durban or Durban to Port Elizabeth

This self-drive tour travels through two South African provinces, stopping in isolated locations that are home to some of the best beaches in the nation.

Drive to the untamed Wild Coast from the Sunshine Coast’s capital, the seaside resort of Port Alfred. The coastal towns of Cintsa and Port St. Johns, which have pristine beaches and vibrant cultures, are among the stops. You proceed along the coast from the Wild Coast in the direction of the warm Indian Ocean and the South Coast of Natal. The dynamic metropolis of Durban, with its rich Zulu and Indian cultural influences, is where the self-drive package comes to a close. This low-cost safari is perfect for family vacations.

Package Deal for Pilanesberg and Sun City Self-Drive Tour

In just four days, combine a thrilling day at the renowned Sun City vacation resort with game viewing in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park!

Sun City, with its many attractions and activities, from casinos and golf courses to The Palace of the Lost City and the Entertainment Centre, is a terrific short holiday that is only two hours’ drive from Johannesburg city. It offers top-notch entertainment and the chance to watch the Big Five games.