Maui motorhome hire in South Africa: models, depots

Q: Which Maui motorhome should I choose for South Africa?

For two to four travellers, the 4 Berth Motorhome is the easier to handle of the two models observed. For five or six, or if you want more space, the 6 Berth Motorhome, an overcab, is the obvious choice. Compare the floor plans and equipment of each in the offer details before booking, in particular the washroom area and storage.

The rental company

Maui, the motorhome for touring South Africa on tarred roads

Maui hires out motorhomes in South Africa, a brand CoolDrive also offers in Australia. Here, there is no rooftop tent: you sleep inside, in a vehicle designed for the major tarred roads, from Kruger National Park to the Cape Peninsula. The network has seven departure cities: Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, George and Nelspruit.

Two models stand out in our October 2026 observations: the 4 Berth Motorhome, for four people, and the 6 Berth Motorhome, an overcab for six. According to our model sheets, they have automatic transmission. The rental company advertises an equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and a washroom area: the exact equipment is described in each offer.

All the offers observed include unlimited mileage, and the excess observed does not exceed €298.

Our verdict: a good choice for a family wanting to travel with a little comfort, without climbing into a tent every evening. Its limits: a size that rules out difficult tracks, a restricted choice of models and a network with no departures in Namibia or Botswana.

Rental company profile

Maui in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Maui suits your trip.

General information

Brand: Maui · also offered by CoolDrive in Australia
Models observed: 4 Berth Motorhome, 6 Berth Motorhome · offers observed in October 2026
Seats and berths: 4 or 6 · as many seat belts as beds
Transmission: Automatic · according to our model sheets
Layout: Kitchen, beds, washroom area · detailed inventory in the offer

Rental conditions

Mileage: Unlimited · in every offer observed in South Africa
Excess: €298 · on both models observed in October 2026
Age and licence: Stated in the offer · to read before confirming
Driving side: Left · right-hand drive
Tracks: Road vehicle · permitted roads specified by the rental company
Drop-off in another city: Depending on the offer · any fees included in the price shown

Insurance and extras

Optional equipment: Depending on the offer · to add when booking

Network and availability

Gauteng: Johannesburg · Kempton Park, 17 Sim Road, not far from O. R. Tambo airport
Western Cape: Cape Town, George · in Cape Town, Airport Industrial area
Indian Ocean coast: Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth
Mpumalanga: Nelspruit · gateway to Kruger National Park

The fleet

Maui 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.

C-class motorhome

Campervan

2 ST 2 2 Automatic

Low-profile motorhome

Observed prices

Prices recorded at Maui in South Africa

Vehicle	Winter July	Spring October	Summer January
Low-profile motorhome	from €117/day median €117/day	from €202/day median €202/day	from €134/day median €134/day
Large motorhome	from €131/day median €131/day	from €229/day median €229/day	from €149/day median €149/day

Daily prices recorded at Maui on October 19, 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: €298.

Branches

Maui branches in South Africa

Cape Town

Maui Motorhome Rentals Airport

Corner Michigan & Borcherds Quary Road, Airport Industrial, Cape Town

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Johannesburg

Maui Motorhome Rentals

17 Sim Road, Pomona, 1619 Kempton Park

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5 delivery cities

Maui 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

Maui also operates in 2 other countries

Comparison

Maui 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
Maui	4- or 6-berth motorhomes (4 Berth and 6 Berth Motorhome)	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Families on tarred roads, 7 departure cities
Bobo Campers	Vans, motorhomes and large Discoverer models	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Another motorhome rental company, 6 departure cities
Britz	Toyota Hilux, Fortuner and Suzuki Jimny, with or without rooftop tent	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Tracks and safaris, 7 departure cities
Bushlore Africa	Toyota 4x4 campers (Hilux, Land Cruiser 79)	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	4x4 expeditions off the main routes, 8 departure cities

Our view

Maui: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Maui is ideal if…

You are travelling as a family or with friends, up to six people
You would rather sleep sheltered inside the vehicle than in a rooftop tent
A low excess matters to you: €298 in our observations
Your itinerary follows the main routes: Garden Route, KwaZulu-Natal coast, the road to Kruger
You want to start in one city and finish in another, among the seven in the network

Maui is not ideal if…

You are planning sand or gravel tracks: a 4x4 camper will be better suited
You are looking for a small two-seat van, absent from our observations
Manoeuvring a large vehicle in town or on narrow roads worries you
You need assistance that can be reached at any hour

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Maui

Drive the Garden Route at your own pace

Between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, the Garden Route follows the ocean via Mossel Bay, George, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. With a Maui motorhome, starting in Cape Town and returning the vehicle in Port Elizabeth, or the other way round, saves you driving the route back again, if the offer allows this one-way hire.
Stay at well-equipped campsites

South Africa has many sites with electric hook-up, water and washing facilities, including in the camps of the major national parks. Book them in advance in high season and during local school holidays. A supervised pitch is also more reassuring than stopping by the roadside.
Adapt your driving to the vehicle’s size

Traffic drives on the left, and the vehicle is taller and wider than a car. Get your bearings on a short first stage, beware of gusts on coastal roads and check the height before entering a car park or a covered petrol station.
Check the on-board equipment at pick-up

Water heater, water tank, fridge, gas: test them with the agent before leaving the depot. Understanding a setting from the start saves you looking for help in the middle of the countryside, where a call-out takes time. Keep the assistance number given at departure within reach.
Prepare for cool nights in the southern winter

From June to August, night-time temperatures drop markedly on the plateau around Johannesburg and in the Drakensberg. Pack warm clothes and check the bedding supplied with the vehicle or offered as an option. It is also the dry season, ideal for watching wildlife in Kruger.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Maui

Which Maui motorhome should I choose for South Africa?

For two to four travellers, the 4 Berth Motorhome is the easier to handle of the two models observed. For five or six, or if you want more space, the 6 Berth Motorhome, an overcab, is the obvious choice. Compare the floor plans and equipment of each in the offer details before booking, in particular the washroom area and storage.

Is mileage unlimited with Maui in South Africa?

In our October 2026 observations, yes: every Maui offer includes unlimited mileage, for both the 4-berth and the 6-berth. This is welcome on a tour linking Johannesburg, Kruger, the Drakensberg and the coast, where stages often exceed several hundred kilometres. The applicable terms remain those stated in your offer.

Can I enter Kruger National Park with a Maui motorhome?

Kruger’s main roads and the access roads to the main camps are tarred, which suits a motorhome. The park’s secondary tracks and some private reserves are less suited to this type of vehicle. Check the permitted roads in the offer terms, and book your nights in the park’s camps well in advance.

Where are the Maui depots in South Africa?

Maui offers departures from seven cities. In Johannesburg, the depot is in Kempton Park, 17 Sim Road, not far from O. R. Tambo airport. In Cape Town, it is located in the Airport Industrial area. Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, George and Nelspruit complete the network; the exact address is sent to you with the confirmation.

How much does a Maui hire cost in South Africa?

Based on prices observed in October 2026 for a 15-day hire, the Maui 4-berth costs around €117 per day in July and €134 in January, and the 6-berth around €131 and €149. October departures come out more expensive, at around €202 and €229, mandatory fees included. Your dates affect the rate.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Maui

4.3

818 reviews

Public rating of Maui

4.0/5 (499 reviews)

Trustpilot 4.0/5 499 reviews

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

We were given a Maui Camper Van with a lot of defects, Maui Cape Town was kind enough to replace the van but the new van's geyser did not work and the water tank had a leak. We were out in the middle of nowhere in a campsite without electricity and we were far away from a bathroom (no hot water) and a tap. Also, it was inconvenient to not be able to shower in freezing cold weather. They did send someone out to try and fix it but he could not do so. It was also inconvenient to re-pack all our belongings (6 pax) from one truck to the other. It felt as if all our little break away was revolving around a camper van. My experience was not great, especially since we had guests from Durban and I would have thought Maui Cape Town would at least contact me today and release my holding deposit. We left a message for the manager to contact us on Saturday when we dropped off the van. This did have an impact on our trip and experience.

South Africa · Jul 2024

Trustpilot

Simple booking, clear and efficient follow-up on the file, all the information regarding the rental company on-site was well communicated! Cooldrive was recommended to us by a friend, and we will do the same!

(anonymous)

South Africa · Feb 2023

Avis Vérifiés

The speed of responses to my various questions as well as the accuracy of the information were very valuable to me.

(anonymous)

South Africa · Mar 2020

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Maui motorhome hire in South Africa

Why book Maui with CoolDrive?

On CoolDrive, Maui appears in the same list as Bobo Campers, Britz or Bushlore Africa: you compare motorhomes and 4x4 campers at a glance, with a final price in which mandatory fees are already included. Our experts then help you weigh up comfort against off-road capability depending on your itinerary.

What excess and security deposit apply with Maui?

The two Maui motorhomes observed in October 2026 show an excess of €298, well below those observed with several of the country’s 4x4 rental companies. The security deposit amount and the accepted means of payment, often a credit card, are specified in the offer. Also read what the cover excludes, such as the underbody or tyres.

Can I return the Maui motorhome in another city?

A route from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth via the Garden Route, or from Johannesburg to Durban, can save a long return journey. Whether it is possible depends on the offer. In the CoolDrive search engine, choose a different arrival city: only the offers that accept it are shown, with any one-way fees already included in the price.

What should I do if my Maui motorhome breaks down?

Call the assistance number given at departure and describe the problem precisely, with photos. Some customers found the service slower to reach in the evening and at weekends: keep a record of your exchanges and keep receipts for any expense. If you run into difficulties, our experts can liaise with the rental company.

Is a Maui motorhome suitable for a family?

It is actually its strong point. The 6-berth accommodates up to six people, with as many seats as beds, and you sleep inside, sheltered from the cold and insects. For child seats and booster seats, find out what the offer includes and add them when booking.

Do I need a special licence to drive a Maui motorhome?

The minimum age and licence required are stated in each offer: read them before confirming. A national licence written in a language other than English should in principle be accompanied by an international driving permit. Behind the wheel, remember that traffic drives on the left and that night driving outside towns is best avoided.

About us

Hire a Maui motorhome in South Africa with CoolDrive Nomad

With Maui, you discover South Africa by motorhome: a 4-berth for a couple or a small family, a 6-berth for travelling as a group, and departures from Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, George and Nelspruit. In the offers observed in October 2026, mileage is unlimited and the excess is limited to €298, two strong arguments for a long tour from the Garden Route to Kruger.

CoolDrive Nomad shows Maui alongside the country’s other rental companies, from Bobo Campers to Britz and Bushlore Africa, with prices that include mandatory fees. Need help deciding between the two models, choosing the departure city or arranging a one-way hire? Our experts are here to help. Enter your dates in the search to see the current rate.

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