TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Hire of camper
(a) Leisure Enterprises SA (the owner) hires to the customer this vehicle in terms of these general conditions of hire.
2. Deposit and hire charges
(a) The customer shall give to the owner a deposit slip, which shall be returned without delay on the return of the vehicle to the place from which it was hired. When the customer does nor own a credit card, a monetary amount equal to the excess sum is applicable.
(b) The hire charges, at the rates signed for, are payable in advance unless otherwise arranged.
(c) The customer shall pay for any damaged item that belongs to the owner when an excess applies.
3. Period
(a) The initial period for which the Camper is hired shall be stated on the contract.
(b) The hire period shall commence when the customer takes delivery of the Camper, and shall end when the owner accepts the return of the camper.
4. Camper in good order & Conditions
(a) The camper shall be deemed to be in good order and repair and fit for the purposes for which it is intended when delivered to the customer, unless the customer notifies the owner of any defects immediately on taking delivery of said camper,
(b) The owner shall, in its sole discretion decide whether the camper is defective or unfit for the purpose for which it is intended, and shall be entitled to terminate this agreement and refund the deposit and any hire charge paid, or shall replace the defective camper.
5. Breakdowns and Repairs
(a) The customer shall, maintain the camper and its belongings, in good running order and repair to the standards required by the owner until the camper is returned to the owner.
(b) All campers are current models, but minor problems can always arise. Minor repairs done while travelling by the customer could be reimbursed on presentation of a receipt on return. The customer shall immediately notify the owner of any breakdown. The owner shall be entitled to repair or replace the camper at his cost, unless the owner in its sole discretion, determines that the breakdown is due to improper use of or failure to service and maintain the said camper, in which event the customer shall on demand, reimburse the owner with all costs incurred as a result of the breakdown.
(c) The customer shall return the camper in a clean state and in good order and repair, fair wear and tear excepted. In the event of the camper or any of its belongings being lost destroyed or damaged as a result of any cause prior to the return of the camper, the customer shall be liable to make good the replacement cost thereof and hire charges continue until the customer has paid for or replaced the lost camper and/or its belongings.
6. Use of camper
(a) The customer acknowledges that he is aware of the purpose for which the vehicle was designed, as well as all safety and maintenance procedures which are required of the vehicle by any lawful authority, and shall only use the vehicle for such purpose, and shall comply with all such safety and maintenance procedures. The customer shall be liable to and hereby indemnifies the owner for all damage or loss suffered by the owner should the vehicle be used for any other purpose, or should the customer fail to comply with any required safety and maintenance procedures.
(b) The customer shall use the camper at its own risk. The customer shall have no claim of any nature against the owner of the vehicle, for any loss suffered or damages sustained by the customer arising from any cause, including, without any limitation, the use of the camper and provisions thereof. We also do not take responsibility from damages arising out of fast speeds and long distances driven on the washboard roads in Namibia.
7. Access
(a) The customer shall, at all times, be fully responsible for the camper prior to the return thereof, and shall return it to the owner at the expiry of the hire period or on cancellation of the agreement.
(b) The owner shall at all reasonable times be entitled to have access to the camper, for the purpose of inspecting or repairing the vehicle.
8. General
(a) We, the owners, will be responsible for hotel or other accommodation due to the immobilisation of the vehicle for reasons beyond the fault of the driver, and will make refunds for time lost while the vehicle is being repaired, at our sole discretion.
(b) The customer is liable for all traffic offences incurred whilst the vehicle is on hire.
(c) Refrigerators,stoves and microwave are checked by the owner and the client before every rental, consequently we do not accept liability for any possible malfunction of these units during the rental period.
(d) The vehicle must be returned by no later than 4 pm on the last day of hire or an extra day could be charged.

All campers are allowed to travel on any properly tarred surface. Good smooth sand roads are also permitted. There are areas however that are not suitable for driving with a camper. These are: the Swartberg Pass (SA), the Sani Pass (SA), Kalahari Gemsbok Park (Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park), The road to the Sentech Towers in Marakele Park (SA), Baviaanskloof Pass (SA), Mozambique, Malawi, Angola, Zambia further than Livingstone, 4x4 trails, the Skeleton Coast Park (Namibia), the short road from Hobas to the Viewpoint (Fish River Canyon), Van Zyl's Pass (Namibia), Sandwich Harbour (Namibia), Kaokoland (Namibia), the Okavango Delta (Botswana), narrow and steep single lane mountain passes and any road in South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho, Botswana and Namibia that do not adhere to the condition of roads as mentioned above. Traveling in Zimbabwe is not recommended, since items like fuel or food are currently not always available. We also do not take responsibility from damages arising out of fast speeds and long distance driving on the washboard roads (especially D-roads) in Namibia.

Vehicle substitution

We reserve the right to substitute under special circumstances the desired vehicle with an equal or better vehicle without prior notice before the start of any rental period.
If a vehicle needs to be substituted because of an accident or mechanical problems, and the hirer refuses to accept a replacement vehicle as stipulated above, the hirer is seen to terminate the contract, and no reimbursements will apply.
Vehicle substitution costs because of an accident or mechanical failure caused by own fault will be for the hirers' account.

Personal injury and belongings

Personal injury and belongings are not covered by our insurance. The client is therefore responsible to obtain his or her own travel insurance.

Insurance CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) 2008

Minimum age of driver is 21 years with valid international drivers license. Basic excess is applicable on all vehicles involved in a collision or accident: R27500 for the Discoverer 2,4,5 & 6. Taking the following options can reduce this excess:

Excluded from all options are driving recklessly and/or while under the influence of alcohol. (Willful damage by the hirer). Accidents caused by these will result in the full excess being applicable. Excess is payable in all circumstances whether you are at fault or not. Excess will be returned when party at fault has paid the owner. Excess is also payable for third party damages.

Engine, gearbox and clutch failure due to abuse falls outside any CDW insurance. Accidents and collisions is what is covered by CDW insurance.

Driving in the dark, speeding and driving on the wrong side of the road often causes accidents by the hirer. Never drive faster than 100 km/h on tarred roads and 60 km/h on sand roads.

Our vehicles
We have the largest camper fleet in Africa, and is growing continuously. Our entire fleet is no older than 2005, and consists only of good condition vehicles.

Discoverer 2 - sleeps 2 adults and a child (from 2005 and up) 2.7 lt diesel engine

Based on a Nissan long wheel-base Hardbody pick-up, this modern camper sleeps two adults and a small child. Compact and easy to drive, this camper will appeal to the adventurous at heart. Features include:
Radio/CD
Cold running water
Two plate gas stove
80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
Air conditioning in the cabin.
Chemical cassette toilet
Roof ventilator
2.7 lt. Diesel engine with 5-speed gearbox

Discoverer 4 - sleeps 4 adults (from 2005 and up)

Based on the award-winning Iveco 35S13 or 35S14 chassis, this roomy and luxurious camper sleeps four adults, and will ensure that your holiday is as comfortable as it can be. Features include:
Radio/CD
Hot/cold running water
Two plate gas stove
80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
Air conditioning in the cabin
220V air conditioning in the living unit
Built-in safe
Microwave
Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
Roof ventilator
2.3 or 2.8 lt. Turbo inter-cooled common-rail diesel engine with 6-speed gearbox
Automatic gearbox also available.

Discoverer 5 - sleeps 5 adults (from 2005 and up)

Based on the Mercedes-Benz 313 Cdi Sprinter chassis, this luxury five sleeper is a comfortable unit for transportation and living alike. Features include:
Radio/CD
Hot/cold running water
Two plate gas stove
80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
Air conditioning in the cabin
220V air conditioning in the living unit
Built-in safe
Microwave
Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
2.2 lt. Turbo inter-cooled common-rail diesel engine with 5-speed gearbox
Automatic gearbox also available.

Discoverer 6 - sleeps 6 adults (from 2006 and up. Terms and conditions on separate document)

Based on the award-winning Iveco 34S14 chassis, this roomy and luxurious camper sleeps six adults, and will ensure that your holiday is as comfortable as it can be. This is the largest and roomiest camper to rent in South Africa. Features include:
Radio/CD
Hot/cold running water
Two plate gas stove
80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
Air conditioning in the cabin
220V air conditioning in the living unit
Built-in safe
Microwave
Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
Roof ventilator
2.3 or 2.8 lt. Turbo inter-cooled common-rail diesel engine with 6-speed gearbox
Automatic gearbox also available.

Discoverer X (4x4) - sleeps 2 adults (from 2007 and up)

Based on the large Nissan Patrol pick-up chassis, this roomy and practical camper sleeps two adults, and will ensure that your holiday is as comfortable as it can be. This is the first real off-road motorhome available. Features include:
Radio/CD
Hot/cold running water
Two plate gas stove
60 lt. Chest fridge/freezer
Air conditioning in the cabin
High/low range gearbox
175 lt Long-range fuel tanks
4x4 drivetrain
pop-up roof for lower centre of gravity
Two spare wheels
Built-in safe
Microwave
4.2 lt.diesel engine with high/low gearshift in a 5-speed gearbox

All vehicles come complete with cutlery, stainless steel crockery, bedding, towels, kitchen utensils, camping table, camping chairs and road maps. Be assured of a complete inventory.