Visitors to East London will find it difficult to get around without a car as the city lacks a public transport system. Car rental companies can be found at East London airport. Travellers that pre-book their car hire in advance will find that they can get a more favourable rate.To hire a car in South Africa, foreigners are required to have an international driving licence valid for at least one year. Drivers will find that road conditions and signage in East London are of a good standard. Visitors can also use taxis to travel around East London. However, they should exercise caution if using minibus taxis as they drive dangerously and can be overcrowded.
