Located four hours west from Port Elizabeth and situated in the Western Cape Province, George is the sixth oldest town in South Africa. It is also the main gateway to the popular Garden Route which is stretched along the Indian Ocean from Mossel Bay to St Francis.
George is quite sophisticated in it’s infrastructure with conference facilities, businesses and banks. If you’re arriving by air into George why not pick up your George Car Hire from the airport and explore at your own leisure the nature of George and its stunning scenery.
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With many mountains surrounding the city of George, why not begin your trip with your George hire car and take a scenic drive through the Outeniqua Mountains. The Outeniqua Choo Tjoe one of Africa’s only remaining scheduled steam trains may be another option. Hiking into the George peak or Cradock Peak will give you some spectacular views of the town below. From the peaks of the mountains, pick up some golf clubs and stop by the Fancourt Golf courts and enjoy a game of golf while admiring the region surrounded. Your George hire car from DriveAway can also take you on a day trip into Tsitsikamma National Park to discover its native forest’s and impressive coastline. If you’re a thrill seeker, a bungee jump off the Bloukrans Bridge will intrigue your senses.
With your George Car Hire you may even end up touring the streets of Port Elizabeth or if heading the other direction it could even be Cape Town. Only a rental car in George from DriveAway can give you the freedom to explore South Africa and complete your trip.
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| Cities (To and From) | Distance (Approx.km) | Travel Time (Approx. hr) |
|---|---|---|
| George to Mossel Bay | 55 | 0.75 |
| George to Port Elizabeth | 330 | 4.5 |
| George to Cape Town | 450 | 5 |
| George to East London | 630 | 7.5 |