Southern Africa Tourist Destinations

Self-drive routes, deserts, reserves and coastal journeys

Southern Africa is well suited to multi-stop driving routes, but distances between reserves, desert landscapes, cities and coastlines are often underestimated. Match the vehicle, fuel plan and overnight stops to the road surface and season.

Private reserves, national parks and cross-border conservation areas can use different gate, permit and vehicle rules. Confirm wildlife-season expectations, border documents and one-way rental restrictions.