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BMW Z4 Convertible
Rental in Wilderness
Top down, wind in your hair, the Kaaimans River bridge behind you and the Garden Route National Park ahead. Wilderness is one of the most photographed stretches of coastline in South Africa — and it's just 15 minutes from where you collect your car.
Distance from George Airport
15 km
Drive Time
~15 minutes
Wilderness rewards a convertible more than almost anywhere else on the Garden Route. The N2 hugs the coastline here, climbing past lagoons, the Serpentine, and Dolphin Point before dropping into town — every corner is a reason to have the roof down. It's a short enough drive from George Airport that you can be parked at a beachfront café within half an hour of landing.
Inside the Garden Route National Park section that borders Wilderness, the Kaaimans and Touws rivers cut through indigenous forest before meeting the sea — a route best experienced slowly, with the BMW Z4's inline-six echoing off the hillsides. Whether you're heading to the Map of Africa viewpoint, the Wilderness lagoons for a paddle, or simply stopping for coffee on the beachfront, a manual convertible makes the short hop from the airport feel like the start of the trip, not just the transfer.
We collect and hand over at George Airport (illy Express), so Wilderness visitors typically land, sign, and are on the road within the hour — deposit paid online in advance, balance settled on collection.
R1,950/day · R500 refundable deposit to secure your dates
Reserve Your BMW Z4Wilderness Car Hire — FAQ
How far is Wilderness from the George Airport car rental collection point?
About 15 km, roughly a 15-minute drive along the N2 — the shortest of any of our Garden Route service areas.
Can I collect the BMW Z4 for a Wilderness day trip only?
Yes. Our minimum rental is one day, and many guests collect in the morning, spend the day around Wilderness and the Garden Route National Park, and return the car that evening or the next day.
Is the road from George Airport to Wilderness suitable for a low convertible?
Yes — it's sealed tar the entire way via the N2, with no gravel or off-road sections needed to reach Wilderness's beaches, lagoons, or viewpoints.
What's the best time of year to drive to Wilderness with the top down?
Wilderness is convertible-friendly most of the year; November to March offers the longest daylight and calmest conditions for open-top driving.
Is the BMW Z4 available for rental in Cape Town?
Yes, on special request — subject to a minimum 4-consecutive-day rental, a R3,500 surcharge, and 75% of the total rental value payable upfront.