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1.4     CAR HIRE

Transport is going to be a problem at the World Cup. It is advisable to rent a car instead of relying on public transport. We recommend booking with Africa Car Hire at www.africa-car-hire.com, which offers the most competitive rates with three of the large car hire firms, First Car Rental, Hertz and Thrifty.

We strongly suggest that you take a full Insurance package when renting a vehicle in South Africa.

Other large car rental firms in South Africa are Avis and Europcar.

1.5        RAIL

South Africa has a large rail network, but the standard of service and carriages on metropolitan routes is well below First World levels.  It is strongly recommended that fans only travel on First Class carriages in the cities, and even then, be sure to travel in a group and to be vigilant.

On the long haul and overnight routes, you can travel in second class carriages, as these trains are much safer and of a better standard.

Metrorail operates trains in the metropolitan areas. Visit their web site at www.metrorail.co.za.

On long haul routes between cities, especially Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, there is a wide choice, from the  world famous Blue Train (www.bluetrain.co.za )and elegant Rovos Rail (www.rovos.com).

The state run Spoornet operates the new Premier Classe (www.premierclasse.co.za) and the affordable Shosaloza Meyl (www.shosholozameyl.co.za), both of which are efficient, clean and cost effective.

For the best rates on booking either the Blue Train or Rovos Rail, contact Greenlife Africa Safaris on info@greenlife.co.za.

1.6        BUS/COACH SERVICES

South Africa has a number of long haul inter city bus companies linking all the major cities and towns and this can be a cost effective way of getting between host cities, particularly where the distances are not too great. Listed below are the contact details for some of the major bus companies. Most offer an online booking platform.

INTERCAPE is the largest privately owned intercity passenger transport service in Southern Africa. With an outstanding record of safety, service and reliability. ( 0861 287 287 or 021 380-4400 www.intercape.co.za

GREYHOUND links all major cities in Southern Africa and providing a service of superior quality with a personal touch to customers. ( 083 915 9000 www.greyhound.co.za

TRANSLUX is a leading inter-city operator, with luxury inter-city coach routes running between the major centers in South Africa. ( 0861 589 282 or 011 774-3333 www.translux.co.za

SA ROADLINK provides affordable long-distance, intercity travel a reality for persons who could previously only make use of taxis and semi-luxury buses. ( 011 333 2223 www.saroadlink.co.za

BAZ BUS has a fleet of 19-seater semi-luxury buses, all with on-board TVs & videos and trailers capable of carrying surfboards and bicycles. ( 021 439 2323  www.bazbus.co.za

Bookings for inter city buses can also be made on the portal www.computicket.com

 

 

 

 

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