Sure, there’s something to be said for drifting like a free spirit. But sometimes you’ve just got to know where you’re going. Before you collect your rental car and zoom down the road, it pays to know something about Western Cape. Get ready to say hello to South Africa, because that’s where you’ll need to go to kick off your adventure.

It’s time to take off on your road-tripping journey around Western Cape. If you’re eager to explore some of its coolest sights, we can steer you in the right direction. Follow the signs until you get to Table Mountain. This impressive attraction is 2 miles from the center of Cape Town and is worth jumping out of the car for.

With an abundance of beautiful highways and tempting open roads, many travelers choose to turn their Western Cape vacations into driving adventures. If you’re organizing the road trip of a lifetime, it pays to know which destinations to add to your to-do list. Get out and explore some (or all) of this place’s most popular cities:

• Cape Town (population of 3,433,400)
• Worcester (population of 127,600)
• Knysna (population of 68,700)
• Saldanha (population of 68,300)

Here are our best tips and tricks to help you save on a car rental:

• Use our handy filter feature to point you in the direction of the hottest car rental deals in town — and then compare the prices
• Set an email Price Drop Alert for your next vacation destination. You never know what awesome deals will hightail it into your inbox
• Check both airport and non-airport pickup locations to be sure you’re bagging the best possible bargain in town
• You can often save a pretty penny if your plans are flexible. Play with different days and dates and see what savings can be made
• Try to keep your pickup time and your drop-off time as similar as possible. If you return your car at a later time than you picked it up, you might be required to pay for an extra day
• Keep more hard-earned dollars in your wallet. You’ll grab some of the thriftiest deals when you pay in advance for your rental car
• Don’t let the deal you’ve been searching for slip through your fingers. Book as soon as possible and zoom off with your dream ride.

It’s always a good idea to escape the city, and if you do, get set to be richly rewarded. With desert landscapes, savannahs, and tablelands to explore, Western Cape is ripe for exciting adventures. A larger vehicle like an SUV or a four-wheel drive will give you more room for those long, scenic drives.

For some people, owning a luxury vehicle is a little (or a lot!) out of reach. But renting your dream car is certainly within your grasp! Imagine cruising into town in a snazzy convertible, even if it’s just for a short while. Or perhaps you’re just after a reliable set of wheels to get you quickly from point A to point B. Affordable or flashy? Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a rental car to suit you in Western Cape.

Start the engine and get ready to uncover the best of Western Cape from the comfort and convenience of your own rental car. If you’ve never driven here before, you don’t need to worry. We’ve pulled together some handy tips to help you navigate your way around safely and with ease:

In Western Cape, you’ll need to drive on the left side of the road. That means the steering wheel is on the right-hand side. If you’ve opted for a manual transmission vehicle, get comfortable with shifting gears with your left hand.

Speed limits typically range from 60km/h to 120km/h in Western Cape and are strictly enforced. Residential zones usually have a maximum speed of 60km/h, unless stated otherwise.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the most common practice. Alternatively, it may forward your contact information to the relevant local agency so the fine is issued directly to you.

Seat belts are compulsory in South Africa. However, the rules may not apply for some vehicles, like those operated by public transportation systems.

Provided you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, you can use your cell phone while cruising around Western Cape. Just make sure you remain focused on the road.

When behind the wheel in Western Cape, it’s an offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.05%. Thinking of having a glass or two of wine with lunch or dinner? Consider grabbing a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Turning on a red light isn’t allowed in Western Cape. Always be on the alert for traffic signs and lights so that you don’t break any traffic laws.