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DISCOVERER 2, 4, 5 & 6

GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITIONS

Woodway Campers company profile

Woodway Campers is a company that concentrates itself on rental, development and manufacturing of motorhomes.

What does Woodway Campers stand for?

o Optimal camper rental for Namibia.
o Personal approach.
o Practical and comfortable rental units, no older than 2004.
o Efficient service and client satisfaction.
o Very competitive pricing.
o Dynamic and modern company policies and structures.
o 7-day 24-hour standby.
o Adapting to changes in customer preferences and demands.

Rental

o Woodway Campers currently has 40 + vehicles in her fleet.
o No vehicle is older than 2004 - the only camper rental company to make this claim
o Camper models to choose from are the Nissan-based Discoverer 2, the Iveco-based Discoverer 4,  the Mercedes-based 
    Discoverer 5 and the Iveco-based Discoverer 6
o Rental vehicles are used for:
    -Individual rental
   .-Individual tours (FIT)
o The Discoverer 2 and 4 models are designed and manufactured by Motorhome-world in Cape Town and closely associated 
    with Woodway Campers.

FIT tours (organized individual self-drive tours)

o Tailor-made tours for individual camper hire, including campsite reservations and tour book.
o Tours range from 14 to 31 days, but can be adapted to suit individual needs.
o Tour itineraries range from: Johannesburg - Johannesburg
         . .. .. ... .. . . ..... ...... ........ ... Johannesburg - Cape Town or vice versa
         ................... . .. . ... .. ... . .. . Cape Town - Cape Town
                                                      Cape Town - Windhoek and vive versa
                                                       Windhoek - Windhoek

Optional extras

o Two man tents
o Child seats
o Gas barbeques
o Binoculars
o 220V heaters
o Extra bedding

Enquire to costs, or see our rates.

Seasonal rentals

We have two different seasons.
o 1 April up to 30 June- the low season. Special discounted rates apply. Please enquire.
o 1 July to 31 March- the high season.

Contacting us

Postal address: Woodway Campers
                        Postal Address: PO Box 90516
                        Klein Windhoek      
                        Namibia 
Telephone: +27 11 395 4621 Johannesburg
         ....    ++264 61 229918 Windhoek
Fax: +27 11 973 4555 Johannesburg
     .  ++264 61 220335 Windhoek

Websites: www.woodwaycampers.co.za

E-mail: info@woodwaycampers.co.za

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 pay to the owner a deposit, which shall be refunded without delay on the return of the vehicle to the place from which it was hired.
(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.

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 new 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 do not charge a cleaning fee, but in case of a camper returning with a too dirty interior or exterior, we will charge a cleaning fee of R 250. Toilet not emptied also subject to a cleaning fee of R 250.

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 not be responsible for hotel or other accommodation due to the immobilisation of the vehicle for any reason 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.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Minimum age of driver 21 years. Valid international drivers license to be submitted


Permitted area of travel (important)

All campers are allowed to travel on any properly tarred surface. Good smooth sand roads are also permitted. There are however areas that are not currently suitable for driving with a camper. These are amongst others: the Swartberg Pass (SA), the Sani Pass (SA), Baviaanskloof Pass (SA), Sentech towers in Marakele Park (SA), Kalahari Gemsbok Park (Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park), 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), 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.

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.
o 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.
o 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) 2006

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: R 22500 for the discoverer 2, and R 27500 for the Discoverer 4 & 5 & 6. Taking the following options can reduce this excess:

CDW 1: R 100 per day reduces the excess to R 5500 for the Discoverer 2
............ R 120 per day reduces the excess to R 7000 for the Discoverer 4 & 5 & 6

CDW 2: R 150 per day reduces the excess to R2500 for the Discoverer 2
     ..........R 170 per day reduces the excess R3000 for the Discoverer 4 & 5 & 6

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 whether you are at fault or not.

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 70 km/h on sand roads.

OUR VEHICLES

We have one of the largest camper fleets in Africa, and is growing continuously. Our entire fleet is no older than 2002, and consists only of good condition vehicles.

Discoverer 2

Based on a Nissan long wheelbase Hardbody pick-up truck, 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:
o Radio/CD
o Cold running water
o Two plate gas stove
o 80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
o Air conditioning in the cabin.
o Chemical cassette toilet
o Roof ventilator
o 2.0 lt. 16Valve Petrol engine or 2.7 lt Diesel engine. all with 5-speed gearbox.

Discoverer 4

Based on the award-winning Iveco 35S13 and 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:
o Radio/CD
o Hot/cold running water
o Two plate gas stove
o 80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
o Air conditioning in the cabin
o 220V air conditioning in the living unit
o Built-in safe
o Microwave
o Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
o Roof ventilator
o 2.8 lt. or 2.3 lt. Turbo inter-cooled commonrail diesel engine with 6-speed manual or automatic gearboxes.

Discoverer 5

Based on the Mercedes-Benz 313 Cdi Sprinter chassis, this luxury five sleeper is a comfortable unit for transportation and living alike. Features include:
o Radio/CD
o Hot/cold running water
o Two plate gas stove
o 80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
o Air conditioning in the cabin
o 220V air conditioning in the living unit
o Built-in safe
o Microwave
o Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
o 2.2 lt. Turbo inter-cooled commonrail diesel engine with 5-speed gearbox or 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Discoverer 6

Based on the Iveco 35S14 chassis, this roomy and luxurious camper sleeps up to 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:
o Radio/CD
o Hot/cold running water
o Two plate gas stove
o 80 lt. built-in fridge/freezer
o Air conditioning in the cabin
o 220V air conditioning in the living unit
o Built-in safe
o Microwave
o Chemical cassette toilet with separate wash basin
o Roof ventilator
o 2.3 lt. Turbo inter-cooled commonrail diesel engine with 6-speed manual or automatic gearboxes.


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