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How far in advance should I hire a car in Tanzania?

For the best savings on car hire in Tanzania, make your reservation 35 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 466,200/day – about 1,111,355% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tanzania?

Planning to hire a car in Tanzania? March is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 595,238 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 795,038. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

Rp 645,188

February

Rp 699,301

March

Rp 595,238

April

Rp 666,001

May

Rp 743,007

June

Rp 659,757

July

Rp 686,813

August

Rp 795,038

September

Rp 772,145

October

Rp 790,876

November

Rp 670,163

December

Rp 659,757

What car do most people hire in Tanzania?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Tanzania are the following: Economy cars (Toyota Yaris or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), and Passenger van cars (Volkswagen Multivan or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tanzania?

Autounion Car Rental has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC has the second-highest number of locations in Tanzania at 11.

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Top rental agencies in Tanzania

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Tanzania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Tanzania. Reviews were last updated on 1 December 2025.

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

AbbyCar Car Rentals

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Alma Car Hire

3 locations
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1First Car Rental

6 locations
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Ace

2 locations
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Final Rentals

3 locations
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Hertz

3 locations
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SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

3 locations
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Tanzania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 December 2025.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Tanzania?

    Cars in Tanzania are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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