Best 4x4 Car Rental Rwanda - Self Drive Car Hire Kigali

4X4 CAR RENTAL RWANDA

A lot of travelers choose to rent a 4×4 car when exploring Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills simply because it is often considered cheaper. Renting 4×4 car for either self drive Rwanda or with a driver makes it easier to get around the diverse landscapes of Rwanda.

Travelers who plan to spend several days or weeks in the country’s wilderness usually opt for 4×4 car rental Rwanda with rooftop Tents for Camping. Whether you are planning for long term 4×4 car rental Rwanda, luxurious or budget car rental, we can do this for you as we offer a number of rental options in Rwanda.

Tips on how to save money on your next 4x4 Car Rental Rwanda

Did you know it is easy to save money on your 4×4 Car Rental in Rwanda? Let’s tell you how;

Make bookings for your Car rental in advance, especially when you wish to use the Car during peak travel season- June to September and December to February.

Rent the vehicle for a longer period of time. We always give out big discounts to travelers who rent for more than 2 weeks (14 days and above)

Travel in groups and have a chance of sharing the car rental costs.

Always avoid renting Cars in the small Towns because rates are higher, owing to the fact that demand is usually higher than supply.

If you can, avoid one-way Car rental because you will be required to pay extra costs to return the Car to the original pick-up point.

What you need to rent a 4x4 car in Rwanda

To begin with, you should be 18 years and above old in order to drive in Rwanda, although some 4×4 Car rental Rwanda Companies will require you to have hold the driving license for a minimum of 3 years.

A valid National ID/or Passport is required to be presented at the reservation table before your 4×4 car rental Rwanda booking is confirmed.

Another important requirement for renting a Car in Rwanda is possessing a valid driving license for at least three years. Additionally, you should have an International driving license just in case.

You should also make yourself familiar with the local driving rules and regulations before you attempt to drive on Rwandan roads.

Important things to check when renting a Car in Rwanda

The most important thing to check when renting a Car in Rwanda is the rental agreement, which should be carefully read and understood to avoid any unexpected surprises while returning the Car. Check for information on additional costs, insurance coverage and mileage.

Crosscheck the car before you begin off your self drive Rwanda Safari just to make sure everything is fine. Identify all the cracks and malfunctions of the car before you begin your trip.

Ask for car model and its pics before you confirm your car rental booking in order to avoid disappointments on arrival. Please note that most of the safari vehicles for rent in Rwanda are old models simply because they are more durable and stronger than the new models. Be prepared for models 1998 to 2006.

Driving in Rwanda: What you need to know

Rwanda’s roads are well maintained thus travelers (including foreigners) have little or no problem getting around in the land of a thousand hills. However, you need to know the following;

Driving in Rwanda is on the right-hand side of the road. However, even if you rent a vehicle with a steering on the left hand side, you can still have a very great driving experience in Rwanda.

Always obey speed limits, otherwise you will pay endless traffic fines. Speed limits on Rwandan roads are; 40km/hr and below in busy towns and 60km/hr on high ways.

Rwanda roads are equipped with traffic cameras that can fine you in case you violate any road rule. Please drive with conscious to avoid penalties.

Avoid using the phone as you are driving. This is for your own safety and other road users.

Drive defensively and avoid driving in the night as you are not well familiar with the local roads.

How much does it cost to rent a 4x4 car in Rwanda?

Rates for renting Cars in Rwanda significant differ depending on the Company, the type/kind of Vehicle, period of renting the Car, and the location from which you are renting the Car. Renting a Car will be more costly in a smaller Town than it is in the big City because competition is low, and the demand for Cars is generally higher than the supply. For instance, it will be more costly to rent a Car in Rubavu than it is in Kigali. However, prices begin from around $40 a day (without fuel and a driver) to about $200 per day (also without fuel and a driver).

We are the most trusted car rental company across East Africa. We give you the most affordable car rental rates in Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Burundi.

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