Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Cape Town are: VW Caravelle, VW Kombi 8 Seater, VW Touran, Citroen C8 Tdi, Citroen Jumper 8 seater and Peugeot Partner.
Standard capacity of a minivan in South Africa is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in South Africa a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Cape Town.
Before leaving the parking garage in Cape Town, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of South Africa!
Popular questions on rental process
Quite an interesting fact - owners of animal traction need to pass a number of mandatory procedures just like other drivers. All the harnesses must be registered and are inspected. Each team of animals has its own unique number, just like an ordinary car.
Cartage is considered a source of potential danger in the road, so all the carts must necessarily be equipped with reflective elements. Moreover, all drivers of carts are required to wear special reflective vests.
Drivers, who will drive on the same road with horse-drawn transport, have to be very careful. Do not try to overtake a cart on a narrow road. It is also not recommended to honk in order to make cart drivers increase the speed.
