Bushlore Africa camper hire in South Africa: 4x4s

Q: What is the difference between the Camp and Bush Camper versions?

The Camp versions are double-cab Toyota pick-ups with a roof tent, for two or four people, and five seats. The Bush Camper models are camper versions, most often in single cab for two, with a Hilux version for four. The exact classification, roof tent or pop-up roof, is stated for each model.

Q: Which depot should I start from to visit the Kruger Park?

Bushlore Africa has two depots close to the park: Nelspruit, near the southern entrances, and Hoedspruit, further north, near Orpen Gate and the private reserves. Setting off from Johannesburg is still possible, but allow a long day’s drive before reaching the park. Run a search on these three cities to compare offers.

The rental company

Bushlore Africa, the bush 4x4 ready for camping

Bushlore Africa rents out Toyota 4x4s equipped for camping in southern Africa. In South Africa, its vehicles depart from eight cities: Johannesburg, with a depot in Midrand, on the road to Pretoria, then Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Nelspruit, Hoedspruit and Upington. Nelspruit and Hoedspruit are on the doorstep of the Kruger National Park, Upington on the road to the Kalahari.

The fleet is built on two bases: the Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD6 and the Toyota Land Cruiser 79. The Camp versions are double-cab pick-ups topped with a roof tent, for two or four people. The Bush Camper models are camper versions, in single or double cab, classified by model as having a roof tent or a pop-up roof. The Hilux vehicles are all automatic, some Land Cruisers manual.

In the offers recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026, all models include unlimited mileage and the excess is around €1,620. The camping equipment supplied depends on the version: it is detailed in each offer.

Our verdict: a real specialist in bush travel, with Toyotas built for dirt tracks and depots well placed near the major parks. Its limitations: comfort remains that of camping, with a tent to unfold every evening on the Camp versions, and rates that are significantly higher in July and October.

Rental company profile

Bushlore Africa in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Bushlore Africa suits your trip.

General information

Brand: Bushlore Africa · rental company of 4x4s equipped for camping
Vehicles: Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD6, Toyota Land Cruiser 79 · double cab or single cab
Versions: Camp, Bush Camper · roof tent for 2 or 4 people, or camper version
Transmission: Automatic or manual · manual on some Land Cruiser 79s
Official website: bushlore.com
Other offer from the brand: Bushlore Africa Cars · separate offer, presented on its own page

Rental conditions

Distance driven: Unlimited · for all models recorded in South Africa
Excess: About €1,620 · offers recorded in October 2026
Age and licence: Stated in each offer · to check before booking
Driving: On the left · right-hand drive, as everywhere in South Africa
Neighbouring countries: Depends on the offer · permitted countries, documents and fees in the terms

Insurance and extras

Berths: 2 or 4 · depending on the model
Camping equipment: Depends on the version · detailed list in each offer
Excess reduction: On request · ask our experts

Network and availability

Departure cities: 8 · Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Nelspruit, Hoedspruit, Upington
Johannesburg: Midrand · 31 Gallagher Avenue
Cape Town: Concorde Park · 33 Concorde Crescent
Kruger Park: Nelspruit, Hoedspruit · two departures close to the park
Kalahari: Upington · towards the Kgalagadi and the Augrabies Falls

The fleet

Bushlore Africa vehicles in South Africa

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

4x4 with roof tent

Pop-top van

Observed prices

Prices recorded at Bushlore Africa in South Africa

Vehicle	Winter July	Spring October	Summer January	Autumn April
Campervan	from €174/day median €242/day	from €174/day median €242/day	from €109/day median €172/day	from €142/day median €205/day

Daily prices recorded at Bushlore Africa on October 22, 2026 for a 15-day rental from its branches in South Africa: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,623.

Branches

Bushlore Africa branches in South Africa

Cape Town

Bushlore Africa Airport

Unit 2, Concorde Park, 33 Concorde Crescent, 7490 Cape Town

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Johannesburg

Bushlore Africa

31 Gallagher Avenue, 1682 Midrand

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6 delivery cities

Bushlore Africa has no physical branch in these cities: the company delivers the vehicle there, at a time and place agreed with you after booking. They are available as pick-up locations in the search form, which shows availability and the price, delivery included.

Network

Bushlore Africa also operates in 8 other countries

Comparison

Bushlore Africa compared with other rental companies in South Africa

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
Bushlore Africa	Toyota Hilux and Land Cruiser 79 camping 4x4s (Camp, Bush Camper)	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	4x4 safari, 8 departure cities including Hoedspruit and Upington
Britz	Toyota Hilux camping 4x4s, Suzuki Jimny, Toyota Fortuner	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Wide choice of 4x4s, 7 departure cities
Avis Safari Rental	Safari Camper on Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser, Ford Ranger, GWM	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Family and Luxury 4x4 campers, 3 departure cities
Asco	Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser, FJ Cruiser 4x4s, with or without camping gear	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	4x4s equipped or not, 5 departure cities
Bobo Campers	Discoverer motorhomes (4, 6 berths and FunXA)	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Classic motorhomes, 6 departure cities

Our view

Bushlore Africa: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Bushlore Africa is ideal if…

You are planning a self-drive safari in South African parks
Your route takes gravel tracks where a genuine 4x4 is reassuring
You want to set off close to the Kruger Park, from Nelspruit or Hoedspruit
Sleeping in a roof tent, as close as possible to the bush, appeals to you
You are heading for the Kalahari and the Northern Cape from Upington
You plan to cover a lot of kilometres: they are unlimited in our records

Bushlore Africa is not ideal if…

You are looking for a classic motorhome with a shower room: look at Bobo Campers or Maui instead
You are travelling as more than four: no model has more than four berths
Putting up and folding away a tent every evening does not appeal to you
Your budget is tight for July or October, the most expensive months in our records

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Bushlore Africa

Camp or Bush Camper: choose how you sleep

On the Camp versions, the tent unfolds on the roof of the pick-up and the double cab takes up to five passengers. The Bush Camper models are camper versions, often in single cab for two. Compare the number of seats and berths in each offer before choosing.
Hilux or Land Cruiser 79

The Land Cruiser 79 is renowned for its toughness on the hardest tracks, and comes with a manual or automatic gearbox. The Hilux 2.4 GD6, always automatic in our offers, is very well suited to tarmac roads and park tracks.
Aim for the southern winter for safaris

From May to September, the dry season thins out the vegetation around the Kruger and gathers the animals near waterholes. It is also the period when the recorded rates are highest: book early. In Cape Town, on the other hand, winter is the rainy season.
Book the national park camps

In the Kruger Park as in the Kgalagadi, you sleep in park-run camps, whose pitches go quickly in high season. Book your nights as soon as your rental dates are fixed, and check the gate opening times.
Keep some headroom on your credit card

The excess recorded at Bushlore Africa is around €1,620, and a security deposit is usually required at departure. The exact amount appears in the offer: make sure your credit card has a sufficient limit before the trip.
Drive in daylight

Off the main roads, South African roads hold surprises: potholes, livestock, wild animals. Plan your stages to arrive before nightfall, especially as park gates close at sunset.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Bushlore Africa

How much does a Bushlore Africa hire cost in South Africa?

For a 15-day hire, according to prices recorded in October 2026, a Bushlore Africa 4x4 starts from €109 per day, mandatory fees included, in January. Median prices are around €172 per day in January, €205 in April and €242 in July as well as in October. The Land Cruiser 79 generally costs more than the Hilux. For a precise rate, enter your own dates.

What is the difference between the Camp and Bush Camper versions?

The Camp versions are double-cab Toyota pick-ups with a roof tent, for two or four people, and five seats. The Bush Camper models are camper versions, most often in single cab for two, with a Hilux version for four. The exact classification, roof tent or pop-up roof, is stated for each model.

Do I need to know how to drive a 4x4 to hire from Bushlore Africa?

No, most South African roads are tarred and park tracks remain accessible to a careful driver. A 4x4 does, however, drive differently: it is taller, heavier and takes longer to brake. Take your time over the vehicle briefing at departure, and avoid sand or river crossings if you are a beginner.

Is mileage unlimited with Bushlore Africa?

Yes: in all the Bushlore Africa offers recorded by CoolDrive in South Africa, mileage is unlimited, whatever the model. This is valuable in such a vast country, where driving from Cape Town to the Kruger Park means more than 1,700 km of road. Britz, Asco and Avis Safari Rental also offer unlimited mileage in our records.

Which depot should I start from to visit the Kruger Park?

Bushlore Africa has two depots close to the park: Nelspruit, near the southern entrances, and Hoedspruit, further north, near Orpen Gate and the private reserves. Setting off from Johannesburg is still possible, but allow a long day’s drive before reaching the park. Run a search on these three cities to compare offers.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Bushlore Africa

4.3

818 reviews

Public rating of Bushlore Africa

4.5/5 (133 reviews)

Tripadvisor 4.6/5 58 reviews
Tripadvisor 4.5/5 57 reviews
Trustpilot 4.5/5 18 reviews

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

very good, service and responsiveness in case of questions or resolution of minor issues

(anonymous)

South Africa · Jul 2023

Avis Vérifiés

Booking for the first time was canceled by the site as the provider had no more availability, and the second proposal is double the price!

Marc-Henri R.

South Africa · Jun 2025

Avis Vérifiés

The motorhome is rented out simply, quickly, and professionally.

South Africa · Oct 2024

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper hire in South Africa

Why book Bushlore Africa with CoolDrive?

A CoolDrive search puts Bushlore Africa 4x4s side by side with offers from Britz, Asco or Avis Safari Rental for the same city and the same dates. The rate shown already includes mandatory fees, and each offer details mileage, excess and equipment. Our experts guide you in choosing the model, the best-placed depot and a realistic route.

What excess does Bushlore Africa charge?

In the Bushlore Africa offers recorded in South Africa in October 2026, the excess is about €1,620, roughly the same for all models. A security deposit is usually required at departure, on a credit card. Its amount and the options for reducing the excess appear in the offer: our experts can explain them to you.

Can I cross into Namibia or Botswana with a Bushlore Africa 4x4?

Trips to neighbouring countries are part of the classic routes in southern Africa, but they depend on the terms of each offer: permitted countries, documents to bring for the border and any fees. Check them before planning a route to Namibia, Botswana or Eswatini, and ask our team for advice if in doubt.

Can I return the 4x4 to another South African city?

With eight depots, from Cape Town to Hoedspruit, a one-way hire is tempting, for example between Cape Town and Johannesburg. Enter a different return city when searching: only the offers that accept it appear, with any fees. Otherwise, plan a loop around your departure depot.

Which season should I choose for a 4x4 road trip in South Africa?

The southern winter, from May to September, is the best time to watch wildlife in the Kruger and the Kalahari, with cool nights in the tent. In Cape Town and on the south coast, summer, from November to March, is drier and milder. In our records, January remains the cheapest month.

How many people can sleep in a Bushlore Africa 4x4?

Bushlore Africa models offer two or four berths. The double-cab Camp versions have five seats, but sleeping five is not provided for. The single-cab Bush Camper models are designed for two travellers. For a family of four, choose a “4 pax” model and check the luggage space.

About us

Hire a Bushlore Africa 4x4 in South Africa with CoolDrive Nomad

Bushlore Africa is aimed at travellers who want to experience South Africa at the pace of the bush. Its Toyota Hilux and Land Cruiser 79 vehicles, with roof tent or in camper version, depart from eight cities: Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Nelspruit, Hoedspruit and Upington. Enough to link the Kruger Park, the Kalahari, the Drakensberg mountains or the Garden Route, with unlimited mileage in all offers recorded.

On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare Bushlore Africa with Britz, Asco, Avis Safari Rental or Bobo Campers in a single search, at the price shown with mandatory fees included. Our experts help you choose between Camp and Bush Camper, find the depot closest to your first park and plan your dates around the seasons. For the exact rate, enter your departure city and dates.

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