Planning for a family trip in Uganda and looking for the right, reliable car to take you to the various points/destinations within the country? We are the right car rental Uganda service provider you need to rely on.
Choosing the most suitable rental vehicle is a critical aspect of planning a family trip in Uganda, directly impacting safety, comfort, and overall convenience.
Whether you are traveling as a group of 10 people or less, we will get you a car. Our cars are regularly serviced and maintained to give you a hassle free experience while on the road.
Some of the cars you can rely on for your family car rental Uganda trip include a safari van, Safari Land Cruiser, Land Cruiser V8, Land Cruiser Hardtop, Land Cruiser GX manual and among others that can be made available especially for large groups.
What to consider for your family car rental Uganda
As you plan a family trip in Uganda, there various aspects you need to consider to ensure safety, flexibility and convenience making your trip in the ‘Pearl Of Africa’ an unforgettable experience. These include;
Family size: This is the most obvious and important thing you need to consider while choosing a reliable car for your trip. You need to put into consideration the number of adults and children traveling which directly dictates the number of seats required so that everyone seats comfortably throughout the trip.
Luggage: As you travel as a family, you will need to consider a car that has enough space in the trunk for your luggage that does include suit cases, child seats and any other gear you might need for your trip.
Travel itinerary: This too is crucial and important while determining your choice of car rental in Uganda. For travelers planning to spend much of their time around Kampala, Jinja and Entebbe, a comfortable saloon car enough for family will work for you. While those planning to go off-road especially to the various national parks, you will need a reliable 4×4 family vehicle that is strong enough to navigate the rough rugged terrains in these parts of the country.
Type of vehicle: Different models of cars come with varying strength and comfort. It’s important that as you plan your trip, you look out for a car that’s within your budget and also find out the exact estimated amount of fuel/Gas you may need throughout the trip.
Other rental options: Whereas some people opt for self drive, others may choose to have a local guide drive them around the country which usually comes at extra fee. It’s crucial you do plan your trip at least days prior to your arrival so that you are aware your car and guide are reserved.
Popular vehicles to choose on your family car rental Uganda safari
Like we mentioned before, we have a large fleet of cars that you will choose from for your family adventure in Uganda and beyond. These include;
Safari van: This is so far the most popular option amongst travelers who visit the country. We have a large fleet of these cars available for hire at the best and affordable car rental Uganda prices. Our vans have a fulltime 4×4 system, cooler box to keep your drinks cold, a popup roof for game viewing, functional seatbelts for your safety and more other amazing features.
Safari Land Cruiser: traveling in a group of upto 7 people and not sure of the right comfortable vehicle you can hire especially for travelers going to spend much of their time off-road and in national parks? This is the car you can count on. Unlike the safari van, this is bigger and much more comfortable. It’s a full time 4×4 vehicle with functional AC, cooler box, a roof hatch/pop – up roof and with seatbelts
Land Cruiser Prado: Are you a family of 4-5 people and looking for a reliable car to use on your family trip? Then this is a favorite option and often preferred because of its low fuel consumption compared to other SUVs. For travelers spending their time within Kampala, Entebbe or Jinja, this is a car that will work for you. For travelers visiting Uganda’s savannah national parks, we can avail you a land cruiser Prado with a popup for a remarkable experience in these national parks.
Other cars available for larger groups include mini buses, coasters, buses, Land Cruiser V8 and much more.
Brief overview about the cars and the rental price of each car
| Vehicle Model | Type | Approximate Seating Capacity | Estimated Daily Price Range (USD) | Brief Description | |||
| Toyota Rav4 | SUV | 5 | 40-65 | Popular, versatile, good for smaller families and budget trips. | |||
| Toyota Land Cruiser Prado | SUV | 5-7 | 70-90 | Robust, suitable for safaris, often rented with a driver. | |||
| Toyota Super Custom | Van | Up to 14 | 55-90 | Spacious, great for larger families and groups. | |||
| Safari Van | Van | 10 | 100-150 (with driver) | Designed for safaris, often with pop-up roof. Driver usually included. | |||
| Safari Land Cruiser | SUV | 5-7 | $180 | Designed for safaris, often with pop-up roof. Driver usually included. | |||
What you need to rent a car for family trip in Uganda
To rent a car for your trip in Uganda you will need to avail a valid copy of your driving license and a valid copy of your passport for clients planning a self drive road trip. This is meant to verify that indeed you hold the necessary documentation and licensed to be on the road.
For travelers who would like to hire a guide for their trip in Uganda, you will be requested to share a valid copy of your passport which is for identification purposes.
Go ahead and rent a car for your family roadtrip in Uganda with us by simply filling up our contact form with your details and our reservations team will get back to you with the necessary information you need about the specific car of your choice.
Alternatively you will need to contact us directly on +256 705 911 014 and our team will respond to you as soon as possible so that you do proceed and plan your trip to Uganda with ease.