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Car Rental In Uganda
A self-drive tour through Uganda offers the chance to discover the stunning sceneries, many wildlife, and Uganda cultures on your own. You will enjoy Uganda at your own pace with a reliable and comfortable 4WD car and craft your own carefree adventure.
We give you the option of building your own safari route and renting just the car with camping equipment. Or we may help you put together a tailor-made trip with a stay in our Green Camps, safari lodges, and/or tented camps.
We give you more than cheap car rental in Uganda by giving you other services like camping gear plus car hire in Uganda, car hire with rooftop tent, a land rover with rooftop tent, land cruiser with rooftop tent, vehicle hire in Uganda and accommodation booking, arranging itinerary for Uganda safari, a guide map to help you on the road locate the various places and much more.
Why book with us for Uganda Self Drive?
24/7 road assistance
Unbeatable car hire prices
Cars are comprehensively insured
Unlimited mileage car rental
Well-serviced and comfortable carsRoute planning
Honesty, trustworthy and reliable car rental company
4×4 Rental Cars with Self Drive Uganda
Book 4×4 safari vehicles either with or without rooftop tents to explore Uganda’s hidden treasures including the 10 unique national parks, game reserves and exploring the unique cultural diversities.
Hiring a car on a self-drive safari in Uganda gives you peace of mind while adventuring several places in East Africa.
Besides car hire services, we help you to secure your gorilla permits for Bwindi and Mgahinga, chimpanzee permits, Safari Lodges, Campsites among other services.
We also offer complimentary road maps and a GPS at an extra cost of USD 5 for long car rentals.
Toyota RAV4
If you are looking for a cheap and reliable car to rent on your self-drive safari in Uganda, we recommend booking a Toyota RAV4 for budget travelers. The car is sporty, compact, and robust, while the fuel consumption is very low compared to a Landcruiser hence being economical to drive, covering approximately 10-12km/liter. It’s automatic and in permanent four-wheel-drive.
Please note that we don’t recommend taking a RAV4 on a self-drive to Kidepo National Park and Karamajo areas because all roads north of Pakwach – Lira – Soroti – Mbale are raggedy; therefore, we advise travelers to consider Hilux Double Cab or Landcruiser.
Prado TX With Popup Roof
This is one of the popular 4×4 for self-drive in Uganda. Our Prado TX features a pop-up roof to facilitate travelers to view wildlife at 360°. This car is perfect for 4 people with camping gear and its automatic fuel consumption is about 8 km/liter.
These vehicles are tailor-made for African off-road experience and not brand-new cars; therefore, their comfort level can’t be compared to a new car driven in Europe or US
Land Cruiser V8 Car For Rent
Our Land Cruiser V8 is refined and reinforced to best suit self-drive experiences in Uganda. The car ensures robust build and durability as it tackles the most challenging rugged terrains, muddy tracks, and mountain ranges of Uganda’s west, north, and eastern regions. With a striking design, luxurious interior, and improved capabilities, the Land Cruiser V8 is a perfect 4×4 car for hire while in Uganda because of its comfort, stability, and engine power!
And yes, a land cruiser V8 can accommodate a family of 4 since it can carry 2 roof tents on top and it’s very spacious.
4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop
Toyota Land Cruiser hardtop is excellent for off-road driving and self-drive trips not only in Uganda but also in the entire East African region. This car can comfortably accommodate 4 people. Renting a Toyota land cruiser hardtop with us comes with 2 spare tires, a lift jack, a mini-fridge and it is 24/7 Air-conditioned.
Toyota Hilux
Hiring a Toyota Hilux 2.4L Double Cab 4×4 in Uganda with us comes with camping equipment. This vehicle is perfect for 3 to 4 travelers on a self-drive safari in Uganda.
This 4×4 truck comes with full camping gear therefore; you can camp at various camping sites in Uganda on a self-drive trip without being worried about accommodation.
This is a manual vehicle, with 24/7 A/C, while the fuel consumption is about 10-11 km/liter. Comparing a Toyota Hilix to Toyota Land cruisers, this vehicle also provides more comfort for its passengers when driving at higher speed on the main tarmac roads.
Classic – Land Cruiser Troopy With Pop-Up Roof
We proudly operate our own fleet of custom-design Classic – Landcruiser with open roof pop-up hatch to have a better sight of animals at an elevated view, to allow travelers to take pictures while on a safari to Uganda. The Landcruiser Troopy model with a pop-up roof has large sliding windows for better visibility while sitting in the vehicle. These vehicles are used for both game drives and transfers between parks in Uganda.
The stretched version of this car has six window seats however it can only accommodate 4 people with camping luggage due to the small booth.
All Landcruiser Troopy models with a pop-up roof are well adapted to suit the rugged Ugandan terrain, and are all fitted with the Cooler box to keep drinks cold, Fire Extinguishers, Tow ropes, 2 shovels per car, Toolbox kit and spare tires, First Aid Kit, Sliding windows and 12 volts cigarette lighters ideal for charging phones.
Frequently Asked Questions about Self-Drive in Uganda
We are the best agency offering self-drive services in Entebbe and Kampala Uganda. Our fleet of cars for hire range from 4×4 wheel drive cars, 25 seater minibus coasters, safari vans, 2wheel vehicles, small and big Suvs for hire in Uganda, saloon cars, small 4×4 cars like Toyota Rav4, safari land cruisers, land cruisers, land rovers, super customs among others. We, therefore, bring you some of the FAQs;
Hiring a car for self-drive in Uganda is all year round. Depending on your travel plan and period, our team can always give you the best advice on the best car to hire for your road trip.
Please note that Uganda has both wet and dry seasons, we, therefore, advise our clients based on the weather conditions of their intended travel period. The early year rainy/wet season normally happens in March, April, and May while the late-year season occurs in October and November. Therefore, we strongly recommend adventure travelers to use 4×4 wheel cars if planning their tour during the wet season. The rest months tend to be dry and you may use any car according to your wish and budget.
We rent cars in Uganda during the rainy season and dry season. Therefore, rent a car in Uganda anytime with us.
With a valid driver license, you can drive in Uganda for at least 90 days as long as your license is in English. For drivers with licenses in other languages, you must have an approved notarized translation of your driver licenses. A foreign driver should have an international driving permit prior to setting off for a road trip in Uganda. Therefore, we bring you some of the road rules in Uganda below;
You must have a valid driver license to drive any kind of motor vehicle in Uganda. It is illegal to drive in Uganda without a permit and suable. Therefore, ensure that you have a valid driving license before thinking of self-drive road trips in Uganda to explore several travel destinations
Just like any other country, Uganda has a minimum age for driving a vehicle; and yes, you must be 18 years and above. However, if you are planning to book a self-drive safari in Uganda with us, you must at least be 23 to 75 years with a valid driver license valid for about 2 years. Other car hire companies in Uganda may give out vehicles to underage but this is dangerous because once a client gets a problem then it’s the car rental company to blame.
You are not allowed to drive while on phone. Several drivers neglect this but it has caused a lot of accidents not only in Uganda but even in other countries due to distracted mind of a driver. The Uganda traffic police gives penalty for violence of this rule, therefore, to avoid this, just make sure to focus on your drive.
The 3rd party insurance is mandatory to all motor vehicles in Uganda. Driving in Uganda is risky and therefore you need to insure a car against damages, injuries and death to a third party in case of an accident.
The driver and all passengers must fasten their seat belts at all times during travel. A driver is penalized for failing to put on a seat belt by the traffic police of Uganda. Some passengers tend to ignore this rule but surely it costs no energy to put on your seat belt as it safeguards you in case of an accident.
The motorcyclists are advised to put on protective helmets. This rule applies to both the rider and a passenger in order to protect you just in case of an accident.
Avoid driving while drunk or under influence of drugs. This is illegal and the accepted alcohol level is 0.08%. Driving while drunk poses a high risk of road accident.
The driving speed limit along the highway is 100 km per hour in Uganda and away from the urban centers, it is normally 80 kilometers per hour while around the urban centers you are advised to keep a speed of 50 kilometers per hour.
Avoid fitting the rear-facing baby seat into a seat protected by an active frontal airbag.
When you come to an intersection, you must pave the way to traffic from the right hand.
In case of emergencies during your self-drive tour in Uganda, you can reach the Uganda police phone on 999. And for matters of a road accident, we recommend you to contact the insurer and take photos of the scene of the accident and damage of the vehicle. If the police arrives at the scene, you are required to give your name to police officer and address, name and address of vehicle owner as well as the registration number plate.
Renting a car in Uganda for self-drive or car hire with a driver is very easy, you can book through our contact page on our website and fill in the form then send your inquiry, our 24/7 team will get back to you shortly. Another way of booking a car in Uganda is by calling or sending us a WhatsApp on +256752974500. You can also visit our offices in Kampala and book any type of car you want to drive.
Before driving a car in Uganda, you are required to have a valid driving license issued by the Ugandan authorities. You will have to download the application form from Uganda Drivers Licensing System (UDLS) and complete it. Later go to the URA website and pay the designated fee, which depends on the validity of the permit you need; UDLS issues licences may go for 1, 3 and 5 years. All payments are made at any bank, via PayWay, or mobile money.
Any applicant must present the following documents to acquire a driving permit in Uganda; Valid national ID for Ugandans or a NIRA verification letter if you don’t have your national card copies.
For foreigners, you must possess a valid passport, a valid visa of at least six months; and if applicable; work permit, dependant pass, or student pass (original copies)
And for refuges, you must present an original refugee card issued by the prime minister’s office.
Other mandatory documents include; proof of payment, original learner licence, certificate of competence issued by Police IOV, certificate of completion obtained from a licenced driving school after training, fully filled-out driving licence application form, and fully filled-out medical examination report.
Yes, Uganda Self-drive companies offer trans-border car hire services and you can cross with the car to other countries like Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania. You can pick the vehicle from either Kampala or Entebbe and drop it off in Arusha or Nairobi with us.
Well, if you have a valid driving permit from your country of origin, yes you are allowed to drive in Uganda. You will present your driving permit from your native country and your passport before giving you a car for self-drive in Uganda.
It doesn’t matter which type of car you want to hire for self-drive in Uganda. The most important thing is the condition and maintenance of the car. Please note that we have all types of cars including 4×4 safari cars which are very perfect for Uganda safaris. Depending on your travel plans, we have the right cars for you!
Yes, all our cars are comprehensively insured and you don’t need to worry about anything while on the road. We consider safety first for our clients and we make sure all travelers are comfortable on the road and secure.
Yes, all our cars are comprehensively insured and you don’t need to worry about anything while on the road. We consider safety first for our clients and we make sure all travelers are comfortable on the road and secure.
After selecting the right car to hire for self-drive in Uganda, the next thing is to pay. Yes, we accept cash payment on arrival at the airport, credit card and bank transfer onto our account. Just feel free to contact us in case you need more information about paying for a rental car in Uganda.
The cost of car hire in Uganda depends on the type of car one intends to rent, the number of days to book, the form of car hire that is to say; car rental with a driver in Uganda or Self-drive, and other transport additional services. Well, in most cases hiring a car in Uganda starts at $20.
When it comes to renting a car in Uganda, the transmission of the car doesn’t matter. The price of hiring an automatic car in Uganda is the same as that of manual transmission. Unlike other car rental companies in Uganda, we ensure that our clients get the cheapest Uganda car hire offers.