Cheap car hire in Tanzania

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Tanzania

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Tanzania car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Tanzania car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Auto-Union
Most popular car	Small
Pick-up points	4, Zanzibar is most popular
Cheapest price found	HK$202 per day, Arusha
Best time to book	3 weeks before

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Cities in Tanzania

Take a look at the different cities in Tanzania you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airports in Tanzania

If you’re flying to Tanzania it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Dar Es Salaam Airport

From

HK$627

per day

Car hire at Zanzibar Airport

From

HK$699

per day

Car hire at Kilimanjaro Airport

From

HK$1,257

per day

Car hire at Dar Es Salaam Airport

From

HK$627

per day

Car hire at Zanzibar Airport

From

HK$699

per day

Car hire at Kilimanjaro Airport

From

HK$1,257

per day

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Small cars in Arusha

From

HK$202

per day

Medium cars in Arusha

From

HK$211

per day

SUV in Arusha

From

HK$421

per day

Large cars in Arusha

From

HK$1,044

per day

Luxury cars in Arusha

From

HK$1,195

per day

Medium cars in Zanzibar

From

HK$227

per day

SUV in Zanzibar

From

HK$244

per day

Small cars in Zanzibar

From

HK$253

per day

Large cars in Zanzibar

From

HK$353

per day

Luxury cars in Zanzibar

From

HK$749

per day

Small cars in Dar Es Salaam

From

HK$286

per day

Medium cars in Dar Es Salaam

From

HK$295

per day

SUV in Dar Es Salaam

From

HK$504

per day

Large cars in Dar Es Salaam

From

HK$1,128

per day

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What are the best car hire companies in Tanzania?

Car hire in Tanzania: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Tanzania?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Tanzania, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What is the best car rental company in Tanzania?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Tanzania is Green Motion. You can rent a car with them for HK$305 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Green Motion, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Tanzania?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Tanzania depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Tanzania, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Tanzania?

It depends on where in Tanzania you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Zanzibar, Arusha and Dar Es Salaam.

In Zanzibar, it costs around HK$674 per day or HK$2,990 per week.

In Arusha, it costs around HK$342 per day or HK$1,259 per week.

In Dar Es Salaam, it costs around HK$394 per day or HK$1,056 per week.

How do I hire a car in Tanzania?

It’s easy to hire a car in Tanzania. First, you need to decide where in Tanzania you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Tanzania long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Tanzania?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Tanzania. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Tanzania?

It depends where in Tanzania you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Zanzibar. On average, it costs HK$674 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is HK$227 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Tanzania

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Tanzania is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Tanzania are Auto-Union, KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR and Green Motion. The cheapest company we've found is Alma. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are HK$202 a day and HK$154 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Tanzania you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Tanzania. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Tanzania is Zanzibar. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Arusha.

Hire a car long term in Tanzania

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Tanzania with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.