Petrol and service stations in South Africa
Everything you need to know about fuel and service stations in South Africa
Fuel and service stations in South Africa
On May 24th 2021, the average cost of petrol is $1.23/liter and the average cost of diesel is $1.178/liter.
But, as in many parts of the world, the price changes very quickly. You can consult them on the Global Prices Petrol
Attendants at service stations are there to fill up your vehicle and offer other vehicle services, in exchange for a tip.
Always check the total fuel tank capacity of your vehicle before departing on a long journey, as often the service stations are quite far apart.
Vehicles Available
Motorhomes in South Africa
4wds in South Africa
Truck Campers in South Africa
Profile Vans in South Africa
General Info
Extraordinary country with many campsites and a developed road network.
Avoid driving at night and always spend the night in established campsites.
It is important to reserve your campsite in advance during peak seasons.
For 5 - 6 passengers we recommend booking long in advance.
For certain park and nature reserve roads (except Kruger) a 4x4 vehicle is recommended.
Roadtrip in South Africa and Zimbabwe
Read past experiences
A Photographic Review - Highlights of South Africa
Read past experiences
South African Road Trip
Read past experiences