Dar Es Salaam Car Rental – Self Drive 4×4 Adventures across Tanzania

Planning to rent a car within Southern Tanzania for great self drive holiday? Contact Self drive east Africa the experts in self drive 4×4 adventures across Tanzania. The Adventure to Southern Tanzania is more rewarding and cheaper than the northern Tanzania that is expensive with more crowded travelers. Plan your next Self drive adventure to Mikumi National Park, Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park and Mkomazi National park for African wild dog watching experience.

We offer off road self drive car hire of 4wd jeeps with rooftop tent and camping gears which are tested and proven to be strong to handle the rough roads within Tanzania’s National Parks and game reserves. If your interested in bush camping and group expeditions , then secure the jeeps from us to travel with friends and family members at discounted group tours.

You can decide to rent a car and accommodation included on the Tanzania Safari package for great experience with Local experts and enjoy the freedom to cross the border to Kenya .


Video Credit to Edward & Ssali ( Product Developer) in Rwenzori Mountains National Park on Self Drive Trip.

Landcruiser rental in Tanzania

Landcruiser Lx 78 Series

The Landcruiser lx 78 series is the perfect road trip jeep recommended for great long trips within East Africa.The best suitable car is the landcruiser lx 78 series that are model 2011 to 2019 for travels across Uganda.We do accept you to cross the border to Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania once you rent this luxury Landcruiser lx 78 series commonly known as the Africa Safari Cruiser that comes with pop up roof for game watching in the African National Parks.

Car Features & Specifications

  1. Models 2011-2019
  2. Working Air Conditioner
  3. Mileage: Unlimited mileage.
  4. Fuel Type : Diesel .
  5. Number of passengers : 6 seater
  6. Transmission : Manual
  7. Wheel Drive : 4wd
  8. Fuel Tank : 2 tanks 90 & 70 litres ( Long range fuel tank)

Self Drive in Dar Es salaam

Dar es salaam is Tanzania’s capital in all but name, the city has some excellent museums, and they’re among the best things to do in Dar es Salaam due to the close national parks and game reserves which are cheaper compared to northern Tanzania Safaris. The biggest and best is the National Museum, which takes you on an intriguing journey through southern Tanzania wildlife and Tanzanian history.

The Dar es salaam Museum has the world-famous archaeological finds from Olduvai Gorge, then travels down through the slave trade and colonial era, and even houses former president Julius Nyerere’s Rolls-Royce.

Self drive Across Dar Es salaam

Landcruiser v8 in the wild

Toyota Land cruiser V8

Most conformable Land Cruiser v8 recommended for couple and family travels on Self drive safari mounted with Family rooftop tent or double rooftop tent ,it comes with Double sleeping bags, Working Ac , Air conditioning , Engine Size 4660 CC 1HZ .

Dont miss to enjoy wildlife watching in various national parks like Queen Elizabeth , Murchison falls & Lake Mburo National Park.

Rates

Ground tent Camping
$ 5 pp/day
Land cruiser V8 with roof top tent $95 /day
Land Cruiser V8 Normal
$85 / day
Electrical fridge $10 / day

Toyota landcruiser Hardtop ( 76 series)

The landcruiser hardtop also known as the Safari Landcruiser by solo and great overlanders within Africa. From south Africa to east Africa , the best known Safari jeep for wildlife vacation and bush camping is the landcruiser 76 series that are modified to come with pop up roof some times. The most recommend car for off road visits like Kidepo Valley national park that hosts the big five and flat land with unique cultural experience.This Land cruiser 76 model 2010 – 2018 year with classic new operating Air Conditioning , With Roof top Tent. It comes equipped with a manual transmission and heavy-duty with 4wheel drive system.

Rates

Ground tent Camping
$ 5 pp/day
Land cruiser 78 series & with roof top tent $120 /day
Land Cruiser 78 series with Popup roof
$100 / day
Electrical fridge $10 / day
Toyota Landcruiser Roof Tent
Toyota VX

Toyota Land cruiser VX

Most conformable Land Cruiser v8 recommended for couple and family travels on Self drive safari mounted with Family rooftop tent.,it comes with Double sleeping bags, Working Ac , Air conditioning , Engine Size 4660 CC 1HZ . Dont miss to enjoy wildlife watching in various national parks like Queen Elizabeth , Murchison falls & Lake Mburo National Park.

Rates

Ground tent Camping
$ 5 pp/day
Land cruiser Vx with roof top tent $170 /day
Land Cruiser Vx Normal
$150 / day
Electrical fridge $10 / day

Toyota Rav4

The full time 4wd Toyota Rav4  are sporty, compact and robust. They are the most preferred choice for all budget travelers and solo travelers for Uganda safaris. They are generally simple to drive and pocket-friendly thanks to its great fuel consumption rate.

Toyota Rav4 is a compact crossover SUV manufactured by Toyota-the world’s renowned automobile manufacturers. Unlike other cars, Toyota Rav4 is uniquely designed catering all the interest of those who desire a car with the most benefits of SUVs including fuel economy, full-time 4×4 wheel drive system, higher visibility and increased cargo room.

Rates

Ground tent Camping
$ 5 pp/day
Toyota rav4 3 door $48 /day
Toyota Rav4 5 door 
$50 / day
Electrical fridge $10 / day
Toyota Rav4

Extended Safari landCruiser

The Toyota Safari LandCruiser has a strong engine capacity ready to take you anywhere even without engaging the 4×4 though these car have this in built option for this. This car has an automatic gearbox, 4wd (auto 4Hi/4Low), 7 seats, air conditioning, power steering, radio with bluetooth/ aux/ usb, airbags passenger + driver. With or without pop up roof and all terrain tyres. This vehicle is outfitted with a double  fuel tank that carries 150 liters.

  • Capacity: 7 adventurers
  • Manual
  • Excellent height for game viewing
  • Comfortable, spacious vehicle

Rates

Safari Landcruiser 7 seater  $120 /day
Driver /Safari guide 
$50 / day
Electrical fridge free
Extended Safari Landcruiser

About Self Drive East Africa> Car Rental In Uganda

We are a proudly car hire company with the best range of vehicles ( Toyota Brand)  for any need. Whether you’re looking for a short-term solution, long term car rental, or monthly car hire, Self Drive Uganda makes car rentals simple and accessible with flexible payment options, including cash car rental,  credit card, debit card, as well as EFT payment options. This applies to both daily, weekly and long term car rental in Uganda .

Frequently Asked Questions on Car Rental Uganda

Due to the fact that Self drive East Africa is managed by Self Drive Uganda Limited that has been offering great car rental Services in Uganda , Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania for Luxury adventures on Self drive Safaris.

What is a rental Voucher?

Discounted Long term Car HireThis is a discount that Self drive East Africa offers to Tour Operators and Classic Clients that have traveled with the company for more than one time. Cross check with the reservation if you qualify for discount Voucher. It also applies for long term Rental in Uganda or a drive around Lake Victoria adventure that cover a duration of 3 Months and above.

What are the age limits and restrictions for a car rental?

Yes the restriction is as per the insurance policy of Self Drive East Africa and we do accept that the minimum age is 24 for one to rent a car with us for your self drive safari in Uganda or visiting Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda. Self driving require some extra skills for your adventure in East Africa.

Is there a charge for a younger driver?

Yes the company Charges some extra fees to drivers that are below the age of 24 years and the cost is transferred to the insurance policy to cover extra liability.

Can anyone above 75 years of age rent a car?

Yes , but we need to plan their Self drive Uganda itinerary so that we can manage to low the distance that they have to cover while on an adventure in Uganda. Check on the pre tailored Uganda Safaris

Can the car I rent cross to another country?

Yes! Since we operate under East Africa, we do allow all our cars to cross borders to all east African countries , Kindly we do request that you notify us in advance to enable us prepare the documents and process the comesa insurance for your extension into a particular country . Please not Cross border is only in East Africa so you can cross to Rwanda, Burundi , Kenya, Tanzania.

Are there additional costs for border crossings?

Yes , We do charge extra depending on the duration of rental in that particular country. Read More

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Car Rental Uganda

Long term car hire in Uganda? Self Drive East Africa offers discounted Car rental on long term rental or one way car rental to explore Uganda national parks and game reserves on one month self drive Uganda Safari tour . Get the best advise , tips and accommodation bookings for your self drive adventure in East Africa.  See the Mountain Gorillas,  wildlife & Big five animals.