Memorable 4×4 Experiences
UDrive 4×4 Rentals offer immaculate and affordable vehicles complete with canopy and all the required camping gear, designed to ensure a comfortable and memorable 4×4 experience. Being experienced Travellers ourselves; we understand the importance of having the right equipment in the right place to ensure optimum stress-free relaxation while on vacation. We have a passion for the outdoors and know we can benefit those longing for the tranquillity, peace and quiet only nature can offer. Our Main Depots are based in Upington, situated in the Northern Cape and George, situated in the Western Cape, but we can deliver the vehicle at your convenience anywhere in South Africa and surrounding countries like Namibia and Botswana.
Planning Your Self-drive Safari?
It’s a good idea to plan and book your trip in advance. UDrive4x4 will give you a Link to one of our Affiliates Web Sites, which will allow you to search more easily for possible camp sites you can book.
Safety First?
Our vehicles are modified to provide a safe 4×4 experience and we offer 24/48 assistance in case of emergencies.
What to Expect?
Whether you are new to the world of 4X4 or a 4×4 enthusiast, UDrive4x4 promises an unforgettable Southern African experience right from the minute you pick up your vehicle.
African Jewels?
The scenery and wildlife of Southern Africa is truly astonishing and UDrive4x4 is there to unveil these secrets in the tranquillity, peace and quiet you deserve and only nature can offer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
We are perfectly happy to accept the deposit via an Electronic Transfer.
However, on day of collection of your vehicle, you will have to have a Visa or MasterCard credit card in order for us to reserve funds.
Please remember to use your booking number as reference.
We accept any of the following credit cards when you collect your vehicle in South Africa: MasterCard Credit card or a Visa Credit Card. EFT is also acceptable in South Africa for the initial deposit for booking. No Cheque or Debit cards will be accepted.
We do not accept Diners or American express credit cards, we only accept Visa or MasterCard credit cards.
We require a 25% payment to confirm any rental. The 75% balance must be paid two weeks/14 days prior to collection of the vehicle. If you book your vehicle less than two weeks prior to collection we require the full amount for confirmation. However, during the period of the Corona pandemic we recognize the increased uncertainty that COVID-19 may be causing in your own trip planning. To help you book with confidence, we are offering an exceptional cancellation policy: Until the situation has stabilized, we will be offering the option of a 100% refund on all new bookings made after March 15, 2020, for cancellations made more than 7 days prior to a tour.
We charge per calendar day meaning each date is a full day’s charge. However, if you drop your vehicle before 10:00 AM, the drop-off day will not be charged.
23 Years of age.
3 Days is our minimum.
If you can drive in your country and have a valid unendorsed driver’s license.
During the period of the Corona pandemic we recognize the increased uncertainty that COVID-19 may be causing in your own trip planning. To help you book with confidence, we are offering an exceptional cancellation policy: Until the situation has stabilized, we will be offering the option of a 100% refund on all new bookings made after March 15, 2020, for cancellations made more than 7 days prior to a tour. (See next page for continuation……..)
However, during normal post Corona Pandemic period, we at UDRIVE4X4 still understand that things do not always go according to plan. We do however need to charge cancellation fees if you are unable to make the rental. Depending on the notice period you will be refunded as follows:
60 Days’ Notice – 5% Admin Charge will be charged
59 – 45 Days’ notice – 90% Refund on amount paid
44 – 31 Days’ notice – 80% Refund on amount paid
30 Days or less – 50 % Refund on amount paid
15 Days or less – 75 % Refund on amount paid
6 Days of less – 5% Refund on amount paid
The Security Bond will be utilized to pay for any genuine expenses pertaining to the rental (i.e. Damages to camping equipment, tyres, windscreens, refilling of fuel, speed fines, traffic violations, etc.) and will always respond to what you expected (No Surprises Policy).
This period is to allow for a mechanical inspection and fines from the local authorities to reach us.
You need to reply to this e-mail if you are in agreement with the amount (or if not and why) and confirm that the credit card used for the initial deposit payment is still the same.


