Car Hire Umtata

Also known as Mthatha, Umtata is located on the east coast of South Africa. This charming town was once the capital of the former Transkei homeland and is now one of the largest towns in this region of South Africa. Many people stop here on their way to South Africa's Wild Coast and this is a good place to take a break and pick up car hire in Umtata.

Getting to Umata is relatively simple as the town has its own airport, which boasts regular connections with Johannesburg. Getting around can be rather tricky and by far the easiest way to travel is by booking cheap car hire in Umtata in advance and simply collecting it from the airport upon arrival.

A number of South Africa's black leaders were born in Umata and those interested in the history of this region will want to pay a visit to the interesting and informative Nelson Mandela Museum. Taking the time to explore Umata is a good way to get a real feel for South Africa and provides a rare insight into the people who call this intriguing nation home.

With car rental in Umtata it is possible to drive up the east coast all the way to Durban, which is located just over 400kms away. The road winds its way along the coast for much of the way, providing stunning ocean views. There are also some stunningly beautiful sandy beaches in this area, and soaking up the sun on the sand for an hour or two is a good way to break up the journey.