Queenstown car hire

On average a car hire in Queenstown costs R286 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at East London airport include GREEN MOTION, Tempest Car Hire, U-Save, 1First Car Rental, Hertz, Sixt, CarWiz, Firefly, Europcar and Budget.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from East London airport to off-airport locations include Tempest Car Hire, Hertz, Sixt, Firefly, Europcar, Thrifty, Dollar and Avis.

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A Small car hire in Queenstown costs R365 per day, on average.

Car hire in Queenstown is a great idea if you want to be able to explore areas that you can’t reach using public transport. If you’re planning on mainly driving in the town, then a compact car is great as it helps with driving on narrow roads as well as making parking easier. An SUV is better suited to the wild and rugged countryside though. With 4x4 capabilities and enhanced grip, you’ll be able to tackle all terrains with confidence.

You must stick to the speed limits in Queenstown or you might be prosecuted by the local police. If you are caught speeding by a camera, then your car hire agency will be informed and they will fine you. You are also less likely to be involved in an accident if you follow the speed limits. In towns, the maximum you can do it 60 km/h. This goes up to 100 km/h on rural roads, with a top speed of 120 km/h being allowed on motorways.

There are plenty of places to park in this town, which is great if you have a hire car. When parking, you must always park facing the same direction that the traffic is going. You also can’t park on the pavement or within 5 metres of a turning or junction. Off-street parking in this town trends to costs about R23 (₹105) for 2 hours.