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4X4 Uganda car rentals – Self drive Car hire in Uganda

4X4 Uganda car rentals – Self drive Car hire in Uganda

land-cruiser-v8-with-double-rooftop-tent - 4X4 Uganda car rentals – Self drive Car hire in UgandaAre you looking for self-drive Uganda Car Hire? 4X4 Uganda Car Rentals – Trusted Self-Drive & Safari Car Hire in East Africa

4X4 Uganda Car Rentals, operated by Mum and Dad Uganda Tours (licensed by the Uganda Tourism Board), offers reliable and affordable self-drive and guided car rentals across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania.

With over 9 years of experience, we provide a wide fleet of 4×4 safari vehicles, SUVs, luxury cars, and economy rentals, all well-maintained and ready for adventure. Enjoy competitive rates, rooftop tent rentals, and instant online booking for a smooth and stress-free journey.

We also offer a range of cheap car hire Uganda deals and discounts on self-drive car rentals in East Africa.  We do also offer car hire extras like road map, camping gears, GPS, baby seats among others.
All our 4×4 cars are in perfect mechanical condition, comprehensively insured, and air-conditioned. We offer 24-hour road assistance and free delivery to Entebbe Airport. And hotels around Kampala and Entebbe. We also offer one way rentals, airport transfers, Hotel bookings, and gorilla permit bookings.

Requirements needed for renting a car with us at 4×4 Uganda Car Rentals 

We are flexible and hire all kinds of cars with little restrictions. All our cars are in good conditions for road trip travel. Tell us where you are going, and the dates, we shall deliver the rental vehicle.

Find below some of the requirements needed for renting a car from 4×4 Uganda car rentals

Driver’s license/permit

This is very essential for anyone interested in hiring a car from us. A client is required to present a valid driver’s license. 4×4 Uganda Car Rentals accept any driver’s license from any country but an international driver’s license is more preferred. Your driver’s permit can enable you to drive in the entire East Africa for a period of up to 3 months and the driver’s particulars must be clear on the card. As a company we take the photocopy of your permit and you remain with your original copy.

National Identification/Passport

Another vital requirement needed to rent a car from 4×4 Uganda Car rentals is a valid national ID/ Passport. This discloses your nationality and identity. In that case of anything we have where we can begin from, to track and find you. we take photocopies not your original copies. And when filling the contact, there is a space where you fill the initials of your next of kin include his/her email and telephone number.

Make payment for the car rental services

Before a rental car is handed over to the client, we make sure that it’s well paid for the period of time it’s going to be hired. we normally ask for a confirmation fee or deposit fee of at least $100, however , We can confirm the client’s reservation without any fee on condition of after receiving your flight details and passport/ driving permit copies.  Expect the payment to be done upon arrival at Entebbe international airport/ at the hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Full payment of the rental expenses must be met. We accept both cash and electronic transfer. If payment is done with electronic transfer, must be made 14 days prior to your travel dates. You have to meet the cost of 3.5% of the total amount of money you are paying if the payment is done online, a link will be provided. Find the pesapal payment link provide for money transfer an easy way of sending and receiving payments.

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Read and sign our 4×4 Uganda Car Rental agreement

Before we seal the deal, the client must read through our car rental terms and condition/agreement and sigh on them. You can check on our website and read through the agreement between the hirer and hire and you can even download it and ask what you have not understood well before coming to avoid taking a lot of time reading them upon delivery of the self-drive car. Our agreement includes the clauses for the type of car hired, the dates it’s being hired and when to return it, how much it’s been charged per day, the driving time and advice, a clause of the insurance policy among others. The client has to pass it through and then at the end sign under as a gesture of acceptance of going by our rules and regulation of renting a car with us.

The cars we offer come with unlimited mileage, working air conditioner, the cars are in good conditions, well serviced, there are all 4X4 cars. Takes about 80 litters of fuel and 1 litter can take you 6-8km, the cars comes with a spare tyre and tools like jack and wheel spanner to help you fix a flat tyre in case of it.

The car comes with comprehensive insurance against accidents, fire, theft, damages, and anything that may happen on it. But please note the insurance only covers the car. So you are advised to come with your travel insurance from your home country.

We offer free airport pick-up and drop-off, free 24/7 roadside assistance.

Your driving permit can enable you to drive within East Africa for a period of 3 months

Key Takeaways aspects

Self-drive car rentals offer freedom and convenience to explore the entire East Africa.

Variety of car rental options catering to various preferences.

Additional services include popup roofs, car with roof top tents, camping equipment , and as well  professional drivers on request.

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Self-Drive Car Rental Options

Toyota Rav4: This car is a Perfect for urban and scenic self drives.
Land Cruiser: Very perfect  for rugged terrains and off-road adventures.
Land Cruiser with Roof Tent: All our land cruisers including TX, V8, GX, LX  are suitable for roof top camping on self drive adventure,
8-Seater Popup Roof Van/extended land cruiser: Its very suitable for group travel, offering both space and style.
Land Cruiser with Popup Roof: Suitable for game viewing in national park and it also gives a chance to enjoy and experience the thrill of an open-air safari.


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First Class Bridal Cars/ Wedding Car Rentals & Limousine Services

We offer professional car rental & limousine services in our range of high-end vehicles

wedding car4×4 Uganda car rentals is at board to arrange for you your prestigious event. Whether you are looking at top level luxury cars for wedding or moderate one. We are therefore here to give you the best depending on your budget and interest. Vehicles on a wedding mean a lot to everyone therefore one must choose the right car that fits the occasion with the right company that will never disappoint you. We also take last minute booking. Although it’s always advisable to make prior booking at least 1 month to the wedding to have a chance of choosing the right color that will match desire, and early booking gives time to relax.

There are many wedding cars available and you have a chance to choose from the variety so that you can achieve your dreams. Remember, a wedding is made once in a life time so you are advised to make a right choice. Choose from the bellow options so that you can have a memorable experience.

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Our Fleet, Your Fleet

We know the difference is in the details and that’s why our car rental services, in the tourism
and business industry, stand out for their quality and good taste, to offer you an unique experience

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Why Choose Us

In the past 5 years, hiring a car on a self drive has become very popular. And many people today prefer hiring a car on self-drive than chauffeur drive , many reasons being put forward include;

It’s Cheap & Flexible

Self-drive rental rates start from as low as USD 40 per day, and you can also hire a vehicle fully equipped with camping gear and a rooftop tent. This option allows you to save significantly on accommodation costs and instead spend more on shopping, experiences, or activities along the way.

With a rooftop tent, you enjoy the freedom to camp at designated campsites during your safari, giving you a flexible and adventurous travel style. This option is especially cost-effective and rewarding for travelers who are confident driving in a foreign country and want to explore at their own pace.

Total Experience

You have total freedom to enjoy whatever you want to enjoy while on safari. You can stop at any area of interest and admire nature since you are in your self-drive car. You have the chance to hire the car you need depending on your budget, interest and destination. Car rental companies have a verity of choices to choose from at affordable rate.

Driving at your Own pace

It’s you to determine where and when to go. And it’s you to determine the time you have to stay at a particular destination. Travel around to any area of interest at no extra cost. When you hire a self drive car with a roof top tent you have the choice to sleep anywhere, however you must consider security first. In national park there a lot of camping sites which charges between $10-20$ per night, well facilitated with security and toilets etc.


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