Aerobatfink
Cross border hire and fly in SA is no problem. It looks like the only problem is finding the info on the web. My suggestion is that you speak to the school that you will be doing your renewal with and they should be able to point you in the right direction. There are numerous schools and clubs that will gladly hire you an aircraft but stick with a reputable one that will be able to help you with the cross border clearances. Also check out the various local flying magazines on offer in SA. They have plenty of adverts for aircraft hire. Sorry no specifics but you won't have a problem when you get there. Just don't go between Xmas and New Year as the SA CAA offices are closed for the festive season.
Good luck and enjoy.
P.S. Try and put Cape Town on your itinary, it's a GREAT destination...especially around this time of year and the weather is better further south.
