How Catch A Lift Works
Catch A Lift connects drivers with empty seats to passengers travelling in the same direction across South Africa.
Catch A Lift is not a taxi service. We do not transport passengers, employ drivers, operate vehicles, or set transport prices. Our platform simply connects drivers and passengers travelling in the same direction.
For Passengers
Create Your Account
Sign up and complete your passenger profile.
Search for a Trip
Find drivers travelling in your direction.
Request a Seat
Send a seat request to the driver.
Driver Responds
The driver can accept or decline your request.
Confirm Details
Agree on pickup point, time, and travel contribution.
Travel Together
Meet safely and enjoy the shared journey.
For Drivers
Register as a Driver
Create your driver profile.
Post Your Trip
Add your route, date, time, and available seats.
Receive Requests
Passengers travelling your way can request seats.
Review Passengers
Accept or decline requests based on your travel plans.
Share the Journey
Drive safely while sharing your empty seats.
Complete the Trip
Finish your journey and post your next trip.
💰 Contributions
- Catch A Lift does not determine transport prices.
- Drivers may indicate the contribution they expect towards the trip.
- Passengers choose whether to accept or decline that contribution.
- Both parties should agree on all arrangements before travelling.
✅ What Catch A Lift Is
- A ride-sharing platform.
- A way to connect people travelling in the same direction.
- A platform for sharing available vehicle seats.
- A community built on trust, communication, and respect.
❌ What Catch A Lift Is Not
- We are not a taxi service.
- We do not employ drivers.
- We do not operate vehicles.
- We do not set transport prices.
🛡️ Safety First
Every user should communicate clearly, meet safely, and respect one another.
Ready to Get Started?
Find a lift or offer your empty seats today.