5 4x4 Off-Road Tours in South Africa Worth the Drive

1.2 Day South African Wildlife Tour with 4×4 Safari from Cape Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · from $279Our pick

Review of a fast-paced 2-day safari from Cape Town, with Botlierskop and Buffelsdrift game drives, Route 62 scenery, and elephant viewing.

“Extremely well organised with a very knowledgeable and helpful guide. The location, food, and safari at Botlierskop were all amazing. 3 hour safari when we saw lots of animals including cheetahs, rhino, and elephants. The accommodation and food at Buffelsdorf were superb as was the elephant experience. All in all a great way to spend Christmas”

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2.3-Day Garden Route Highlights and 4×4 Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 3 days · from $417

Review of a fast-paced 3-day Garden Route tour from Cape Town with Route 62, Cango Caves, canoeing, safari, and optional thrills.

“Amazing tour with the best guide who adapted to our pace and interests.”

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3.Sani Pass & Lesotho 4×4 Experience Day Tour from Durban

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · from $224

Ride the rugged Sani Pass from Durban into Lesotho, visit a Sotho village, and enjoy mountain views from Africa's highest pub.

“benson was our guide he was very polite and knowledgeable about the tour we was very pleased with him and wish him well”

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4.4×4 Sani Pass Tour and Basotho Village Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 94 reviews · 7 hours · from $72Best value

Ride a 4x4 up Sani Pass from Underberg, cross into Lesotho, visit a Basotho village, and enjoy mountain views for $72.

“Guide was well versed with the area and history and could answer all questions.”

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5.Half-Day Schotia Game Reserve (Open 4×4 Vehicle)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 59 reviews · 5 hours · from $177

Review of Schotia’s 5-hour open 4x4 safari from Port Elizabeth, with Big Five wildlife, practical tips, costs, comfort, and honest limits.

“An action packed day without any hassle or problems delivered by a driver bursting with information and a polite gentleman”

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