Uganda is a true safari and business destination widely visited by safari tourists and business travelers annually. The good transport and communication network coupled with political stability and welcoming locals ensures any traveler will have a safe and comfortable road trip no matter the destination. Kampala City is the best place to do business and is used as a base for exploring other places in Uganda while the remote regions in the west, east, and north are home to some of the most popular tourist attractions and big business projects.
2024 will be no different from the other years as travelers will be visiting Uganda to experience the rich culture, wildlife and also do business and the best way to explore the country is privately in a rental car. Public means may be cheap but not as safe and comfortable as travelling privately in a rental car whether its within the city or a remote village.
4×4 Car Hire Kampala offers a wide variety of Uganda car rental services for all types of travelers including solo, couples, families, large and small groups and in this article we will give you some tips and advice if you are planning to rent a car in Uganda for safari, business or leisure holiday.
Type of cars
There are a variety of rental cars in Uganda of all types including sedans, SUVs, 4×4 safari cars, minivans, hatchbacks, minibuses, CUVs and luxury cars available for self drive and driver-guided road trips. The type of car you choose should be within your budget range and also fit your personal needs like space and features. 4×4 cars like the Safari land cruiser and van are perfect for park safaris in Uganda while SUVs and sedans are ideal for business trips and tours within Kampala city and the vans, minibuses will work for families and small groups.
Self Drive vs driver-guided trips
You have to choose between driving yourself or traveling with a driver when you decide to rent a car in Uganda. A self drive trip is not only private and flexible but also the cheapest Uganda car rental option as you cut out driver costs saving money. However, if you are looking for safe, comfortable and more convenient road trip- then it’s a good idea to hire a driver in Uganda over self drive trip. The driver will not only drive you but also act as a personal bodyguard, intermediate between you and the locals plus also fix any mechanic problem giving you that peace of mind to enjoy the road trip.
How to get a discount
We all want to save some money when booking a rental car by getting a discount but not affecting the quality of the car or service. The best way you can get a discount is by renting a car for long term period or if you are a return customer. Avoid picking up your rental car at the airport as you will incur a hidden extra charge for transferring the car from the city to Entebbe. Another way you can get a discount is by booking a small economy car on a self drive adventure and foregoing extras like GPS, child seats and camping gear.
Best ways to pay for a rental car
The majority of Uganda car rental companies require a 30 to 50% deposit depending on the type of car or service and you can either pay online, by phone or in person at the office. Paying online is the most convenient way to use digital payment modules like Pesapal or Paypal to transfer funds. You can also make direct money transfers to the bank account they provide to you in the invoice or use mobile money payments which is ideal for locals especially those with no bank accounts. Paying in person at the office is expensive and time-consuming unless you are close to the office premises.
So if you are planning to rent a car in Uganda on a self drive or driver-guided adventure in 2024, we hope the above Uganda car rental advise will help you make the right decision to save money while getting a rental car or service that suits your budget and personal needs. For all your car rental needs, just get in touch with us today by sending an email to booking@4x4carhirekampala.com or call us now on +256779612466 to speak with our reservations team.
