Looking for reliable car rental services in Uganda? At Car Rental Uganda, we specialize in vehicle hire for both tourists and business travelers. Whether you’re exploring Kampala, visiting Jinja, or traveling around Uganda, we have a range of options for you.
Choose from our selection of 4×4 SUVs like Land Cruiser V8, Land Cruiser TX, RAV4, Land Cruiser GX and Safari Vans in both automatic and manual transmission. These are strong enough to conquer the rugged and tough terrain in remote areas of Uganda and perfect for game drives in the savannah national parks.
We also offer additional services like airport transfers and chauffeur options, as well as self-drive rentals for those who prefer to explore on their own.
With affordable rates, flexible booking, and 24/7 customer support, we make it easy for you to rent a car in Uganda.
Why self drive Uganda instead of a guided trip?
There are a number of benefits that come with self drive in Uganda and these include;
Flexibility and freedom; with self drive, you will curate your own itinerary and follow it without worry of inconveniencing anyone. This allows you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of what Uganda has to offer.
Affordable; compared to car hire Uganda with a driver, this kind of car rental Uganda is cheaper and will help you save extra money you can spend on other activities. This is simply because you are not driving with a local guide/driver for this trip.
Control over your expenses: unlike a planned trip, with self drive Uganda you will control or manage how you spend your money. For example, you will be in charge of your own accommodation booking, fuel for the car, park entrance fees for travelers visiting national parks and much more.
Privacy; One of the best things that come with Uganda self drive, is the complete privacy throughout the trip. On your trip, you will enjoy your own company and get to do much you would like to without worry of how you would make the third party feel.
Best and popular self drive Uganda fleet of vehicles
At Car Rental-Uganda, we do have a reliable fleet of cars you can choose for your trip. Whether it’s an adventure around Uganda and beyond or a business trip. These include,
Land Cruiser Prado TX/TZ
Land Cruiser Prado’s are one of the popular vehicles you can rely on for your self drive road trip. These have a low fuel consumption, a 5-6 seater with enough space in the trunk for your luggage. They are 4×4 vehicles with high ground clearance making them the best vehicles for off-road.
Additionally, they come with an automatic gear transmission and other safety features for easy movement on the road.
Toyota RAV4
Traveling solo or as a couple in Uganda, our Toyota RAV4s are a popular choice amongst travelers. These mini SUV have a very low fuel consumption compared to other 4×4 vehicles and strong enough to take you anywhere within Uganda with ease and comfort.
They are 4-5 seater with enough space in the trunk for your luggage.
Land Cruiser V8/VX
Looking for comfortable cars to use on your road trip in Uganda and beyond and across Uganda? our Land Cruiser V8/VX are the perfect choice. They are spacious 4×4 cars strong enough to go through the tough rugged terrains with ease.
These have a strong 4700cc engine and 6-7 seater with enough space for legroom and in the trunk for your luggage. Additionally, they come in both manual and automatic transmission.
Safari van
Travelling as a family or group of friends and would need a reliable car to take you across Uganda with ease. Our safari van are 9-10 seaters with comfortable adjustable seats and these come with a popup roof to give you a complete memorable experience especially on your game drive.
Other cars to look out for on your self drive Uganda adventure include; a safari Land Cruiser, saloon cars like Toyota Premio, Vitz, fielder and much more. And for travelers who would prefer luxurious vehicles like the Range Rover, we are the right company to rely on.
Destinations to visit on your self drive in Uganda
Uganda is a remarkable destination and has seen an increase in the number of people visiting the country over the years because of such much that you will get to explore within the country’s boundaries. Some of the destinations you can visit on your self drive Uganda adventure include;
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park; situated in the south west part of Uganda, this UNESCO site is popularly known to be home to mountain gorillas that you will spot right in their natural habitat.
Your road trip to Bwindi will start in Kampala and there after you will connect to the Kampala – Masaka highway and this trip to Uganda’s leading destination will take you about 10-11 hours. To gorilla trekking in Bwindi, you will need to have secured a gorilla trekking permit and each costs $800 per person and allows you to be with the gorillas for about an 1hr.
There four gorilla trekking sectors in Bwindi; Rushaga, Buhoma, Nkuringo and Ruhija and you are advised to stay a day before your trekking in the same sector you are to track these giant species.
Murchison Falls National Park: Situated in western Uganda, this is Uganda’s biggest and oldest national park. It is popularly known to be home to the world’s most powerful waterfall – Murchison Falls and the best savannah national park to do a game drive where you will spot a number of wildlife species as they roam freely.
While in the park, you can as well go on a boat ride along the Nile which presents you to magnificent views of the falls from below and also spot wildlife species like hippos, crocodiles, several species of birds and more as they roam freely. To get to Murchison Falls National Park, you will use the Kampala – Gulu highway and it will take you 5 – 6 hours to get to this park.
Kibale Forest National Park: Also known as the primate capital of the world, this national park is a must visit on your road trip in Uganda. This does have 13 primate species and your highlight here is chimpanzee tracking where you will be able spot these playful species as they feed, play on tree branches.
To go chimpanzee tracking, you will need to have purchased a permit and each costs $250 per person. To get to the park situated in the west of the country, it will take you 4 – 5 hours and you will enjoy scenic views of the tea plantations, hills as you approach the destination.
Queen Elizabeth National Park: Also known to be home to the tree climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of the park, this park is the most visited in Uganda because of much that it does have within her boundaries.
From the breathtaking views of the Kasenyi plains where you will spot various wildlife species as they roam freely, to the Kazinga channel where you will see the hippos, crocodiles and various species of birds to the scenic views of Rwenzori mountains, this park is your go to destination while on your self drive adventure.
Other national parks or destinations to visit on your self drive adventure in Uganda include; Lake Mburo National Park – which is the closest to Kampala, Kidepo Valley National park, Jinja which is popularly known for the source of the Nile, Lake Bunyonyi among others.
Is it safe to self drive in Uganda?
Safety has always been a concern for visitors visiting Uganda but we can assure you that the pearl remains one of the safest countries in the sub Saharan Africa. Whether on a self drive adventure or guided tour, we will be able to give you a reliable car for your trip.
The roads in Uganda are well marked and improving especially those that connect to the various national parks in the country thus making sure you do make sure you arrive at your destination on time and get to experience at its best.
What you need to book a car for self drive in Uganda?
Car hire in Uganda is one of the best and affordable ways to explore the country but to do so, you need to provide a few documents to confirm whether you are a responsible driver and identity as well.
These documents include a valid copy of your driving license and passport from your home country. A driving license is required to confirm whether you have the experience to be on the road and licensed to drive the specific car you have booked for your adventure in Uganda.
A passport is required for identification purposes to know about your country of origin, age and also your correct names.
How to rent a car for self drive in Uganda?
To rent a car Uganda with us for your self drive adventure, it’s very simple. You will need to fill our reservations form with your details about trip, the choice of car you would like to hire with us and our team will contact you and take you through our smooth booking process.
You can as well contact us directly on +256 705 911 014 and our team will ensure you get to reserve your choice of car for your Uganda trip.
Go ahead and book your self drive Uganda adventure today and get a discount.