Experience the best of Tanzania and the various hidden gems on your Car rental Tanzania for long distance trip which allows you to discover the many destinations within the country. Car rental is a great option you will need to choose to help you connect to these destinations with ease.

Whether you are visiting this East African country with your family, as a couple or even on a solo Tanzania safari, we have the right car for you. Self Drives Tanzania is the leading car rental for long distance travel service provider and we have a long fleet of cars that are regularly maintained and serviced to give you the best experience on and off – road.

On your car rental for long distance travel you can either choose to hire a car on a self drive Tanzania or car rental with a driver in Tanzania. Our drivers are well disciplined, licensed and knowledgeable about the various places you may choose to visit on your trip.

Our 4×4 self drive Tazania cars for hire include a Land Cruiser V8, Land Cruiser GX manual, Land Cruiser TX/TZ, Nissan Patrol, Land rover, Safari van and much more. All these cars are fulltime 4WD vehicles which gives them the strength and power to go through the rugged terrains in the different parts of the country with ease.

What you need to consider while renting a car in Tanzania for long distance travel

Before you proceed to hire a car in Tanzania especially for long distance travel, its very important you get to consider several factors and these include;

Reliability:

Before we proceed to give you a car for your trip in Tanzania, we ensure it is fully maintained and serviced to make sure you get that much desired hassle free experience while on the road. Our cars are fulltime 4×4 cars taking you through the tough terrains within the various parts of the country with ease.

Comfort:

On your long distance trip through Tanzania, you will need a car that is comfortable enough to give you the travel comfort you need on your safari. All our cars come with comfortable seats that can be adjusted to any suitable position. These are made of leather and some customized to give you a rewarding experience on the road.

Roadside assistance:

On your self drive Tanzania on a long distance trip, you may experience a breakdown with the car like a flat tyre or more. We have agents all over the country who make sure they handle such scenarios so that you proceed with your safari.

Fuel efficiency:

Our fleet of cars consists of various types of cars and these vary in terms of fuel consumption. Before you go ahead to rent a car, it’s very important you know the consumption of such a car. If you are looking for a car that consumes less fuel on your car rental Tanzania for long distance travel, then our Land Cruiser TX/TZ is among the most suitable option.

Mileage restrictions:

All our cars come with unlimited mileage to allow you explore the various destinations in Tanzania and beyond at your own pace. However, some of our cars come with mileage restrictions. For example, If you rent a Land Cruiser TX/TZ, you are restricted from crossing borders especially to Uganda or Kenya.  We always recommend renting a Land Cruiser V8 or Toyota Land Cruiser GX manual for such a trip.

What you need to rent a car in Tanzania

Like any other country, to car rental Tanzania for long distance travel you are required to have availed a few crucial requirements that include a valid copy of your driving license, valid copy of your passport for identification purposes and an international driving license.

Upon receiving these documents, we will be able to take you through the booking process and make sure your preferred car is availed upon arrival in the country.

How much do I need to rent a car in Tanzania?

Our car rental Tanzania for long distance travel prices vary and these will depend on a number of factors that do include;-

• Type of car – we have a variety of cars that you can hire on your self drive or with guide and their prices will depend on the strength and comfort such a car does offer to the occupants. For example, if you are renting a Land Cruiser TX/TZ, the price is likely to be slightly lower compared to when you are renting a Land Cruiser V8 because the latter is much more comfortable.
• The rental duration – for travelers renting a car for more than 3 weeks, as a company we have amazing discounts you will be able to enjoy thus reducing the cost of car hire Tanzania. If you rent for less than a week, your car rental Tanzania cost will slightly remain unchanged.
• The destination – Do you plan to cross the border to the neighbouring countries of Kenya, Uganda or Rwanda, your cost of car hire will slightly be high compared to when you are renting to self drive in Tanzania only. The price change to facilitate for the required documents for you to cross into another country.

Our car rental Tanzania for long distance travel prices come with roadside assistance, insurance for the car and unlimiteed mileage for the car to allow you visit any destination in the country at your own pace. 

Is It safe to rent a car in Tanzania?

Car rental Tanzania is the best and easiest ways you will easily connect to the country’s most popular destinations like Serengeti National Park, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Lake Manyara National Park among others and as long as you follow the set traffic guidelines on the road, we assure you that you will be safe on the road.

In terms of security, Tanzania has not registered a case against international travelers for decades thus rendering it the safest place you can visit in sub-Sahara Africa.  

To rent a car in Tanzania for long distance travel, send us an email today on info@selfdrivestanzania.com and our customer care agent will be able to take you through the booking process and make sure your preferred car is reserved and availed to you upon arrival in the country.

Alternatively, you can contact us directly on +256 704 538 374 and our team will be able to take you through each and everything you need to know before you hire a car in Tanzania.

Overall, car rental is the best way you will easily cover and visit the country’s leading destinations at your own pace whether on a self drive or guided Tanzania safari.