Discovering Durban with Rhinocarhire: Your Ultimate Car Hire Guide
Durban is a coastal city that marries golden beaches with a rich cultural tapestry. It offers a seamless blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Renting a car with Rhinocarhire will provide you with the freedom to explore the city and its surrounds at your own pace.
Driving in Durban: Essential Tips
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Driving Orientation: South Africa follows left-hand driving. Make sure to keep to the left side of the road, especially at intersections and roundabouts.
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Traffic: While Durban is not as congested as Johannesburg, expect some traffic during the peak hours of 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM.
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Parking: Paid parking is common in the city center. In beach areas, try to secure parking early, especially during the summer months.
Choosing the Right Car
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City Explorations: A compact car is efficient for navigating the city streets and finding parking with ease.
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Adventurous Escapes: If you plan to venture to the Drakensberg Mountains or coastal drives, consider hiring an SUV for better road handling.
Key Attractions & Driving Routes
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uShaka Marine World: A short drive from the city center, this attraction offers a marine-themed wonderland suitable for all ages.
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Golden Mile: Drive along this iconic beachfront stretch, stopping at cafes or just to take in the breathtaking ocean views.
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Valley of a Thousand Hills: An hour's drive from Durban, this scenic route offers panoramic vistas and rich Zulu heritage.
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Durban Botanical Gardens: A peaceful escape located right in the city, perfect for a leisurely afternoon drive.
First-Time Visitor Recommendations with Rhinocarhire
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Taste Local Delights: Don't miss out on a Bunny Chow, Durban's signature dish. This bread loaf filled with curry is a culinary delight.
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Safety First: While Durban is welcoming to tourists, always ensure your car is locked and avoid leaving valuables in plain sight.
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Beach Time: Durban is renowned for its beaches. Allocate a day to drive down the coast, hopping from one beach to another.
Benefits of Hiring a Car with Rhinocarhire in Durban
Rhinocarhire, being a trusted name in the car rental industry, ensures that your Durban adventures are comfortable, safe, and memorable. Their fleet caters to every traveler's needs, whether you're seeking economy or luxury.
The flexibility that comes with renting a car means you're not bound by tour schedules. You set the pace, ensuring you spend your time exactly how you wish.
In Conclusion
Durban, with its balmy weather and myriad attractions, is waiting to be explored. Let Rhinocarhire be your travel companion, offering you the best vehicles at competitive prices, ensuring your South African escapade is nothing short of magical.
Current Rental Rates in Durban
Kia Picanto
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 16.56 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 115.95 EUR from 11/12/2023
Hyundai i10
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 17.45 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 122.20 EUR from 11/12/2023
Kia Picanto
4 Adults, 5 Doors
From 17.65 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 123.61 EUR from 11/12/2023
Useful to know about Durban
- Durban is the 3rd largest city in South Africa behind Cape Town and Johannesburg respectively.
- It’s the country’s busiest port city.
- The area was first inhabited over 100,000 years ago.
- The coast was first spotted in modern times by Vasco da Gama who named the area Natal.
- The modern city was founded in 1824.
Popular car hire destinations in Durban
Best car rental companies in Durban
9.1
No.1: SIXT,
based on 29 reviews
41 min (average wait time)
8.7
No.2: EUROPCAR,
based on 541 reviews
22 min (average wait time)
8.6
No.3: BIDVEST,
based on 1248 reviews
15 min (average wait time)
Durban car hire information
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€ 115.92
Average price:
(per week)
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€ 16.56
Best Price:
Per Week
Average prices per day in Durban
Item | Percent |
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January | € 42 |
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February | € 50 |
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March | € 43 |
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April | € 40 |
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May | € 39 |
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June | € 43 |
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July | € 39 |
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August | € 43 |
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September | € 41 |
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October | € 38 |
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November | € 43 |
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December | € 50 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 33 |
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February | € 36 |
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March | € 33 |
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April | € 31 |
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May | € 31 |
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June | € 34 |
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July | € 35 |
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August | € 36 |
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September | € 34 |
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October | € 34 |
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November | € 35 |
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December | € 41 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 63 |
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February | € 74 |
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March | € 66 |
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April | € 56 |
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May | € 62 |
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June | € 62 |
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July | € 80 |
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August | € 67 |
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September | € 71 |
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October | € 73 |
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November | € 70 |
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December | € 105 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 66 |
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February | € 66 |
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March | € 56 |
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April | € 55 |
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May | € 55 |
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June | € 57 |
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July | € 56 |
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August | € 61 |
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September | € 57 |
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October | € 59 |
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November | € 65 |
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December | € 76 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 149 |
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February | € 163 |
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March | € 80 |
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April | € 69 |
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May | € 67 |
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June | € 71 |
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July | € 83 |
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August | € 94 |
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September | € 94 |
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October | € 132 |
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November | € 114 |
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December | € 95 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 25 |
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February | € 27 |
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March | € 24 |
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April | € 22 |
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May | € 22 |
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June | € 24 |
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July | € 25 |
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August | € 25 |
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September | € 24 |
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October | € 23 |
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November | € 26 |
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December | € 29 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 101 |
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February | € 110 |
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March | € 99 |
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April | € 79 |
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May | € 78 |
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June | € 84 |
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July | € 81 |
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August | € 82 |
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September | € 78 |
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October | € 78 |
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November | € 88 |
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December | € 106 |
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Item | Percent |
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January | € 67 |
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February | € 88 |
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March | € 76 |
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April | € 76 |
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May | € 57 |
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June | € 68 |
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July | € 58 |
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August | € 58 |
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September | € 78 |
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October | € 71 |
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November | € 84 |
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December | € 90 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
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