One of the best options for travelling the country is to consider motorhome hire in South Africa. This self-drive option offers the ideal combination of convenience, comfort and flexibility – allowing you to travel across the many beautiful cities and towns of South Africa in the comfort of your very own home on wheels. Motorhomes, or campers as they are also often called, are fast becoming one of the most popular ways to explore a country at leisure, and make for an unforgettable travel experience as you travel across a myriad of landscapes in comfort and luxury.
For those who are visiting South Africa for the first time, it can be tough to know the best times to visit. To get the most from your camper hire in South Africa, choose the season that offers the best all-round conditions and highlights, to ensure that your trip is memorable and fun.
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Summer
South Africa’s summer begins towards the end of November, and lasts up until March or so. The months between December and February are typically the hottest, but you could still expect heat waves as late as March. Cape Town summers are famous for very hot weather with strong winds – making this the prime season for mountain fires. In Durban, summers are hot and humid, while in the Gauteng region, thunder showers and spectacular lightning displays are common during the hot summer months. Key things to do when considering motorhome rental in South Africa during these months include enjoying South Africa’s excellent beaches, open air concerts, water sports, outdoor festivals and an abundance of New Years parties in almost every town across the country.
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Autumn
Autumn in South Africa offers the best of both worlds, with the weather turning cooler, with plenty of stunning hot days to enjoy. The scenery changes as trees begin to take on their autumn leaves, and locals and visitors alike begin to enjoy some of the attractions on offer such as wine tours, abseiling, road trips to favourites such as the Garden Route, hiking and walking trails, camping and many other fun things to see and do – all offering ideal options when planning your camper rental in South Africa.
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Winter
The winter months can be on the cold and miserable side, but this season has its own attractions. Durban winters are the mildest, and you can still enjoy beach activities during winter – there is even a surfing competition held during the peak of winter (June/July). In Cape Town, locals and visitors flock to cosy pubs and restaurants to enjoy fine local red wines around the fire, to escape the cold and windy weather. In the Gauteng region, winters can be very cold – but with plenty of indoor activities to enjoy, you can still have plenty to see and do during the cold months. A big advantage of travelling during winter is that prices are much lower during these off-season months.
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Spring
Spring is one of the best seasons for visiting South Africa, and offers a riot of colour with wildflowers in full bloom. The Cape Floral route offers the best viewing, and also offers prime whale watching during July to November. In the Gauteng, you can enjoy a host of outdoor activities, while in Durban the beaches begin the fill up as the weather turns towards summer. Spring is an ideal season for those planning a car hire adventure in South Africa, ensuring great weather and stunning scenery.
Author Bio:
Andre Van Kets is the co-founder and IT Director of a leading car hire agency, and offers advice and tips on car hire in South Africa for travelers seeking affordable and reliable self-drive travel solutions.