Iconic Routes

Embark on an unforgettable journey. South Africa's scenic routes offer some of the most breathtaking drives in the world.

Storms River Mouth, Garden Route

The Garden Route

Approx. 300 km | 3-7 Days

A journey through lush forests, tranquil lakes, and dramatic coastlines.

Three Rondavels on Panorama Route

The Panorama Route

Approx. 160 km | 1-2 Days

Jaw-dropping vistas of canyons, waterfalls, and rock formations.

Road sign on Route 62

Route 62

Approx. 850 km | 2-4 Days

The world's longest wine route, through the heart of the Klein Karoo.

Cows on the beach, Wild Coast

The Wild Coast

Approx. 350 km | 4-7 Days

An untouched and rugged coastline of cliffs, beaches, and rolling green hills.

Rolling hills of the Midlands

The Midlands Meander

Approx. 80 km | 1-3 Days

A charming arts, crafts, and culinary trail in KwaZulu-Natal.

Flower fields on West Coast

West Coast Flower Route

Varies | 1-3 Days

A spectacular floral display that carpets the landscape in spring.

Sunset over the Waterberg

Waterberg Meander

Approx. 350 km | 3-5 Days

A journey through an ancient mountain range and biosphere reserve.

Golden Gate sandstone cliffs

Clarens & Golden Gate Route

Varies | 2-3 Days

Dramatic sandstone cliffs and a haven for artists in the Free State.

Road sign on Route 62

N1

Approx. 1,930 km | 3-5 Days

The spine of South Africa, from Cape Town to the Limpopo border.

Storms River Mouth, Garden Route

N2

Approx. 2,255 km | 7-14 Days

A spectacular coastal journey from Cape Town to Ermelo.

Rolling hills of the Midlands

N3

Approx. 570 km | 1 Day

Connecting Johannesburg and Durban.

Three Rondavels on Panorama Route

N4

Approx. 400 km | 1 Day

From the capital to the Kruger gateway.

Golden Gate Highlands National Park.

N5

Approx. 200 km | <1 Day

A link between the N1 and N3 in the Free State.

Hole in the Wall on the Wild Coast.

N6

Approx. 580 km | 1 Day

From the coast of East London to the heart of Bloemfontein.

Flower fields on West Coast

N7

Approx. 670 km | 1-2 Days

From Cape Town to the Namibian Border.

Namaqualand flowers in bloom.

N8

Approx. 550 km | 1 Day

West to East across the heart of South Africa.

Valley of Desolation near Graaff-Reinet

N9

Approx. 450 km | 1 Day

From the Garden Route through the Karoo.

Orange River in Upington

N10

Approx. 950 km | 2 Days

From Gqeberha to the Namibian border.

Baobab trees in Limpopo.

N11

Approx. 650 km | 1-2 Days

Connecting Limpopo with KwaZulu-Natal.

The Big Hole in Kimberley

N12

Approx. 1350 km | 2-3 Days

From the Garden Route to Johannesburg.

Namaqualand flowers in bloom.

N14

Approx. 1190 km | 2-3 Days

Across the vast Northern Cape to Gauteng.

Johannesburg streets

N17

Approx. 320 km | <1 Day

From Johannesburg to the Eswatini border.

Mahikeng city hall

N18

Approx. 320 km | <1 Day

Through the North West province to Botswana.

Cows on the beach, Wild Coast

R61

Varies | 1-2 Days

Scenic route through the Eastern Cape.

Road sign on Route 62

R62

Approx. 850 km | 2-4 Days

The world's longest wine route, through the heart of the Klein Karoo.