$18 Cheap Car Rental in Richards Bay

If your trip to Richards Bay is all booked but your itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a helping hand.Keep yourself occupied by exploring Enseleni Nature Reserve and Boardwalk Mall. One more place to consider is Alkandstrand Beach.

If you’re looking for a day-trip destination, we’ve got some suggestions. Situated 35 miles away, Eshowe is worth hopping in the car for. Among the first stops you make here ought to be Shakaland, Vukani Zulu Cultural Museum and Dlinza Forest Aerial Boardwalk. Locals are also likely to point you in the direction of KwaDukuza, 60 miles away. If you only have time for one attraction here, let it be King Shaka Memorial. (But we’re also big fans of Dukuza Museum and Prince’s Grant Golf Course.)

Shorelines can be the best places for kite flying. If there’s a breeze blowing, why not load the kids into the car and go on an excursion to Alkandstrand Beach? It’s 5 miles from Richards Bay and is a delightful place for some family fun and games.

Having your own set of wheels in Richards Bay will give you more flexibility to squeeze in as many activities as possible. Maybe you’re planning to leave the big city behind, explore country lanes, and see where the wind takes you. If so, book one of our SUVs and check out the desert landscapes in the area. If you just want to experience the bright city lights, something small will be a better fit. Zooming around heavy traffic will be a lot easier with a compact or mini car.

Sometimes the journey is more significant than the destination, which makes finding the right car important. If you’re about to embark on an amazing road trip around Richards Bay, a robust and stylish SUV could be the ideal solution. If you want the best possible price and plan on doing a lot of city driving, a versatile compact is hard to beat. All you have to do is work out what’s going to be the best fit, round up the troops, and hit the road.

In Richards Bay, you’ll need to drive on the left-hand side of the road. That means the steering wheel is on the right side. If you’ve rented a vehicle with a manual transmission, familiarize yourself with shifting gears with your left hand.

It’s relatively easy to find somewhere to park in Richards Bay, although you might find it difficult to secure a spot in the biggest and busiest streets. Booking a hotel with a parking lot is a smart move.

One of the best things about vacationing in a smaller city is less traffic, so don’t worry too much about rush-hour gridlock. With a population of around 253,000, you can expect a smooth Richards Bay driving experience.

There are. In the city of Richards Bay, speed limits range from 60km/h to 120km/h. Residential areas have a maximum speed limit of 60km/h unless stated otherwise.

Normally, your chosen rental company will charge the amount fined to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may share your contact information with the relevant local law enforcement agency so they can send a fine to you directly.

As in many places, regular cell phone usage is prohibited while driving a car in Richards Bay. An exception applies for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just ensure you maintain focus on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Richards Bay is 0.05%. If a big night is on the cards, leave your rental car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

Turning on a red light is prohibited in Richards Bay. Always be on the alert for traffic lights and signs so that you don’t break any road rules.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts must be worn when the vehicle is in motion in King Cetswayo District Municipality.