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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 31 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 599,315/day – about 1,144,942% 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? December is the cheapest month, costing about Rp 657,106 per day. In contrast, February is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of Rp 1,990,582. 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 883,990

February

Rp 1,990,582

March

Rp 1,165,454

April

Rp 694,563

May

Rp 789,812

June

Rp 684,932

July

Rp 729,880

August

Rp 729,880

September

Rp 776,969

October

Rp 819,777

November

Rp 691,353

December

Rp 657,106

What car do most people hire in Tanzania?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Tanzania are the following: Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), and Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tanzania?

Autounion Car Rental has 14 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 14 April 2026.

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

5 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 14 April 2026.

  • 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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