How to Choose the Right Car to Rent in Uganda
Reaching the airport on time and navigating through the busy peak time traffic can be a challenging task. Plus, the point-to-point taxi service providers often cancel the booking at the last minute and make it more difficult for you to reach a destination on time. This is where the car rentals come in.
You can book a car from car rental companies to save time and effort. Plus, professional drivers who know the main and the alternative routes to reach a place well. Therefore, with these services, you can never be late or miss a flight. However, you should choose a car rental service carefully keeping the following aspects in mind.
Companies providing Uganda car rentals offer a wide variety of services and car options. Before hiring a car service, check the following factors without fail.
Number of people in the journey
Before booking a car from a car rental company, check the number of people for whom you would need the car. If you are a family of 4 to 5 members or more, search with the keyword car rental near me to book a spacious car like a Landcruiser V8, 5-seater Landcruiser LX, a van or Extended safari Landcruiser. On the other hand, for couples, a comfortable sedan is adequate.
Therefore, your choice of car should be based on the number of people travelling and the variety of transportation experiences you are expecting.
Type of the trip
The next factor that you should consider before hiring a car should be the agenda of the journey. Some people travel for business purposes while some travel to enjoy a vacation. You can also hire a car on rent with driver for daily commutations to the office, market, or any other places in your city. For the camping trip, you can consider renting a car that is fully equipped with camping gear which usually includes a fridge running on a separate battery. If you are going into savannah national parks, you can consider renting a car with a pop-up roof.
Think about the terrain
The terrain can influence your choice. For city streets, a compact car is great. For mountainous areas or off-road adventures, consider a 4×4 is required. Match the vehicle to the environment to avoid getting stranded during your trip because of choosing a wrong car option. Most of the car rental companies will recommend the suitable car option when you share your travel plan with them.
Consider mileage and budget
Both budget and mileage are critical for choosing car rentals. All cars are not ideal for all types of journeys. For example, if you are planning to travel long distances, you need a car that offers comfort and unlimited mileage for the trip to avoid any unnecessary additional charges.
The vehicles like the Landcruiser LX, Landcruiser GX and Landcruiser V8 remain the best alternatives for such tedious journeys. These cars offer four-wheel drive perfect for any road condition and generally give a higher mileage during your travel. For short distances and intra-city travel requirements, Toyota Rav 4s and Prados are perfect especially if you are traveling alone.
Along with mileage, you should also consider your budget. The reputable car rental booking companies keep cars that are comfortable, give decent mileage, and have all modern features. Therefore, based on your budget, you can choose from the Landcruiser’s.
Consider fuel efficiency
Fuel costs grow quickly, especially on long trips. So, choosing a car with good fuel efficiency is a good decision to save you money. Smaller cars usually consume less fuel. The newer car options will save you more fuel compared to the older car options.
Check the luggage space
Make sure the vehicle has enough space for your luggage especially if you are going on a long camping trip. If you travel with many bags or sports/hiking equipment, a Landcruiser might be necessary. Don’t underestimate the importance of a spacious boot.
Inspect the car before you leave
Before driving off, inspect the vehicle thoroughly. Look for any existing damage and ensure it’s documented. Check the fuel level and make sure all features work. It can prevent disputes when you return the car. This will save you a lot of time especially incase the car is picked up by a person that was not aware of these scratches or damages.
In conclusion
Choosing the right rental car is pretty simple, as you see. Just follow these tips to find the perfect vehicle for your needs and enjoy a hassle-free trip.
Read MoreHow to Avoid Uganda Car Rental Scams
Have ever been in a car rental scam? If not , this a page that will guide you about car rental Uganda scams. After arriving at your holiday destination, you’re usually tired from the flight, bogged down with luggage and just wanting to get to your hotel.
If you’ve hired a car, you want to get in it and go as soon as you can. Many of the car hire firms know this, and many will take advantage of the fact.
The ‘discovered damage’ ploy is one of the oldest tricks in the car hire book, and this costs tourists millions money each year.
When you arrive at the car rental office, glance over the car, sign the papers, take the keys, and drive to your hotel.
Throughout your holiday you drive carefully, taking good care of the vehicle. You will return it to the office on the day of your departure, only to have the tiniest of dents or the smallest of scratches pointed out to you.
You dispute it but it’s too late, you find your credit card – which you needed to provide details of to get the car in the first place has been hit with a huge bill for repairs.
To the saddest, this scene will be a reality to many visitors each year. More and more car hire firms are catching on to the fact that there’s even more money to be made out of tourists than just the cost of the rental. But this doesn’t mean that renting a car should be avoided as long as you know what to do and how to protect yourself, you can avoid becoming just another statistic.
After arriving at the rental lot, don’t appear to be in a rush so that you cant be cheated by these Uganda car Rental scams.
Ask for the car to be driven into a well lit area, or even outside if it’s during the day. You need to examine the car as thoroughly as possible, both inside and out. Take your time with this, if you notice any damage whatsoever, however small, report it to the rental staff and make a note of it yourself.
If you have a digital camera, take photographs, with the date/time stamp on if possible. Check underneath the car for signs of an oil leak or any other damage.
Inspect the windscreen for chips, and examine the doors and bumpers for dents or scratches. Open the car and check the upholstery and all the fixings to make sure they’re clean and without scratches or tears. Open the boot and ensure the spare wheel is present, with air in the tyre.
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8 Things that Influence Car Rental Price in Uganda
It is often hard to be completely objective and determine the price for your rental car in Uganda. We tend to think about how expensive the repairs are, how much time and effort we have invested in it, how much it costs us, how much we spend on insurance, road tax, maintenance among others. Very simple advice would be – please set a lower price for the first rentals and then you can increase it when you have your first rentals, feedback, 5 star ratings and good response time. If you want to explore the topic in more detail, please continue reading.
- The Age of the car
Yes the older the car, the lower the price. Time can fly, sometimes we forget that our car has just turned 10 or 15 years old. Every 5 years the price of the car decreases significantly in car rentals. Cars that are less than 5 years old have a higher price, and it won’t differ so much because their age won’t be the decisive aspect. 5 to 10 years old cars have a lower price, and, in case they cost the same or even more than a 5 year old car, they won’t be rented out because renters can get a newer car for the same price.
When cars are older than 10 years, the price are even lower, yet the fuel efficiency, engine and car type become more important. If the vehicle is older than 30 years and has reached retro status, the price starts to increase again, especially during the summer when there is a demand for such cars for safaris, weddings and other events.
- Fuel consumption and engine type
Another important thing is the fuel consumption. But if the renters can save on fuel by renting a slightly more expensive car, they will usually choose the car with a lower fuel consumption, so a lower fuel consumption might allow you to increase the price. Also, the engine type is important. But then, diesel engines are favored more than petrol engines, and cars running on LPG are even more complicated because some people avoid these cars, although they can reduce fuel expenses even more.
- Car type
Minivans, spacious cars, SUVs, vans, trucks, convertibles and similar cars can have a higher price than regular cars.
- Car brand and model
The car brand and the model are also very important. Although most cars are not affected by it, the opinions about some brands can influence the car price. Renters tend to be willing to pay more for German, Toyota cars since they are believed to be more reliable, while Russian cars, as well as sometimes French, and Korean cars are not always seen as trustworthy, so they might require a lower price. However, opinions differ, and each brand has its loyal users and also those who won’t drive it no matter what.
- Time of the year
The time of the car differs. Car rental is a seasonal business, since the demand for rental cars surges in June, July, August, and September and shrinks in April, May and November. If you increased the price during the dry season in Uganda, don’t forget to lower it once wet season comes.
- Car photos
Many things are determined by marketing in Uganda. So if you want your car to be rented out, the car must look great in the photos.
- Location
Location can also influence the price of the car. The competition in a certain area might also influence the price of the car. Since there are more cars available, the prices might be slightly lower because the renters will be able to choose from a wider variety of cars and to find cheaper options. But also you can keep in mind that the income level is higher, so even if the competition in your city is much lower, you need to set a reasonable price that the renters will be able to afford.
- Insurance and other extras
For insurance and other extras, you can set a higher price. If the car has any extras, list them in the car description. Extras usually don’t affect the price of the car, but they might help the renter to decide that your car is the right one for him.
Read MoreKey Things to Check on Car Hire Before Driving Off
Things to check on a car hire before you drive away: Hiring a car in Uganda is incredible only if it is done right. Before setting off for your holiday to any destination, first, cross-check on key things to ensure that you have a safe and secure self drive tour in the Pearl of Africa.
Fluids
Before you set off for a self drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park or Murchison Falls National Park, first, check the car’s fluid levels, oil, hydraulic, brake fluid and coolant. Low coolant levels and oil fluids can be indicators of leakage.
Lights
Your vehicle must have fully functioning lights to ensure that you safely drive even if it is at night or in case of mist. The brake lights should be fine and they are essentials in alerting the rest of the drivers in case you plan to braking. All the indicators must be properly functioning to help other drivers get notified when you need to turn left or right when perhaps overtaking.
Inspect the interior
When hiring a car in Uganda or any part of the world, it is essential to always exercise patience and carryout adequate inspection on the vehicle. Check, find every damages, scratches on the car and make your car rental service provider notified.
Wipers
Prior setting off for your Uganda road trip, make sure that your car’s wipers function well. Find out if they can clear the water from the windscreen. Use the windscreen washers, spray through the windscreen and find out if the wipers perform their work.
Wheels & tyres
The wheels and tyres of the car you plan to use must be in better shape-check if they are worn out or requires to be replaced. Cross check the tyres surface if they have any damages, bubbles or inflections. The tyres’ air pressure is the other essential thing you must be checked before you hit the road to your dream destination.
Brake pads
The brake pad wear is another significant component that must be cross-checked. If the brake pads wears below 5mm then it may require to be replaced. The hand brake must be functioning well to ensure that you have a smooth road trip in Uganda.
Drive belts
Conduct thorough examination on the drive belts in case of any cracks. In case of any damages/worn out, there are higher chances for the engine to shutdown.
Brakes & clutch
It is also important to ascertain how the car can react when braking while you are on the road trip in Uganda. Note, driving a car that can’t be controlled under braking isn’t safe to hit the road while on a Uganda safari.
Familiarize yourself with car’s dashboard
Check the dashboard, find out which gauge is for speed, fuel etc. Check if the temperature gauge does display any warning lights.
Test the GPS/navigation system
In case the rental car you plan to use for a Uganda self drive has a GPS, make sure that you are familiar with its operations. Where you have no GPS, make the best use of the Maps.
Valid & right insurance
Take time and cross-check your car hire contract, find out if the car is insured or not. Interestingly, when you rent a car in Uganda with us, you are covered because our cars are comprehensively insured.
Start the engine before
Before heading off for your road trip, make sure that you test the car engine if it functions. Keenly monitor the car engine’s sound if it has issues or not and you can be in position to ascertain whether to use the rental car or not.
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Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi vs Mgahinga
Gorilla trekking is one of the most fascinating wildlife experiences. This much sought out activity by primate lovers is only possible in four national parks – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, Virunga National Park in DR Congo, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and Mgahinga Gorilla Park in Uganda. Uganda is special because she hosts half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas in two national parks – Bwindi and Mgahinga.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is a UNESCO world Heritage site since 1994 because of its great biodiversity. Apart from mountain gorillas, Bwindi currently has 120 species of mammals which include small Antelopes, Giant Forest pigs, the African Golden Cat, the side-striped Jackal and African Civet. You can find several primates in the park including Chimpanzees, L’Hoest’s Monkeys and Black/White Colobus Monkeys. Over 220 species of butterflies and 310 of birds can be spotted in this great forest. Some of the notable bird species include the Frazers Eagle Owl, African Green Broadbill, Brown necked parrots and the White tailed blue flycatcher.
Mgahinga National Park is the other place where visitors can do gorilla trekking in Uganda. It is the smallest National Park in Uganda and sits at the foot of 3 dormant volcanoes. Unlike Bwindi, Mgahinga is an extension or part of the greater Virunga region and conservation area which includes the Virunga National Park in Congo and the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. The top attractions are the rare mountain gorillas and golden Monkeys. Visitors can choose to do other activities like spotting smaller primates and mammals, going for forest/nature walks, mountain climbing and bird watching. How does gorilla trekking in Bwindi compare to Mgahinga? We will discuss it in greater detail in the following chapters.
For a start, we need to note that about 45% of the remaining population of mountain gorillas call Bwindi impenetrable forest home, clearly setting it apart from all the other gorilla parks. It’s a much larger park than Mgahinga and covers an area of 321 Sq Km. Bwindi has more than 35 known gorilla groups, 15 of which are habituated and open for gorilla trekking. Mgahinga has only one habituated gorilla group open for tourism. Moreover, gorilla trekking in Bwindi can be done in four different sectors of the park each hosting more than one gorilla group. Two groups in the Nkuringo and Rushaga sectors are open for the gorilla habituation experience where only 4 visitors are allowed 4 hours with the gorilla family. This unique experience can only be done in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. It is different from standard gorilla trekking where 8 visitors are allowed to see a gorilla family for only one hour. These initial assessments alone should end the debate for some – but is that all? There may be even more arguments in favor of Bwindi and there must be something special about Mgahinga too as we shall see later.
Spotting the gorillas is now guaranteed in both parks, but there was a time when that wasn’t the case in Mgahinga. The Nyakagezi group which has now settled in Mgahinga was notorious for crossing over to Rwanda and sometimes DR Congo halting all gorilla trekking activities in the park. You just never know when they might decide to resume their cross-border visits.
Gorilla trekking in both Bwindi and Mgahinga can to be strenuous involving hiking through rough and steep terrain to locate the gorilla families. However, it is generally accepted that the Nyakagezi group in Mgahinga are a much easier group to track. They live in a smaller range compared to most of the gorilla groups in Bwindi. As a large forest, visitors to Bwindi might have to go deeper in the forest in search of some of the gorilla groups. However some of the gorilla groups in Bwindi live very near the starting points and finding them takes less than two hours. Did I forget to mention that gorilla trekking in Mgahinga has fewer crowds? Yes. There are fewer visitors with less crowds during the briefing and after gorilla trekking and this to some may allow more privacy to peacefully enjoy the great scenery around the park.
One clear advantage Mgahinga has over Bwindi is that it is the only park in Uganda where visitors can spot both the endangered golden monkeys and Mountain Gorillas. This implies that visitors can combine gorilla trekking with golden monkey tracking. However having the cute Golden Monkeys is not a complete knockout for Mgahinga because Bwindi has got Chimpanzees. While doing gorilla trekking, visitors to Bwindi can spot Chimpanzees along the trails. Mgahinga has no chimpanzees.
As already noted earlier, Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga gives visitors opportunities to take part in mountain hiking unlike in Bwindi. There are three Volcanoes in Mgahinga to choose from – Mount Muhavura, Mount Sabinyo and Mount Gahinga. Climbing to the top of any of these volcanoes will reward visitors with stunning views of Mgahinga National Park and opportunities to spot birds, forest mammals and primates like Golden Monkeys along the trails. There is no mountain climbing in Bwindi – A clear win here for Mgahinga.
Those who love exploring caves might want to consider gorilla trekking in Mgahinga. Visiting the Garamba and Muhavura caves that were once used by the Batwa for food storage, royal housing, gathering and preparing for war makes gorilla trekking in Mgahinga worthwhile. Both parks allow visitors to go visit the Batwa people during their time in the park. The Batwa pygmies were the dominant and original community living in the park for thousands of years before they were sadly evicted from the park in 1991. The continued reduction in number of mountain gorillas, golden monkeys and other park creatures where partly attributed the presence of the Batwa in the park. To take gorilla conservation programs to the next level, it was agreed that it was necessary for the Batwa to be relocated elsewhere. This decision was no win-win for everyone because the Batwa have never fully integrated in their new homes or with their neighboring communities. Experiencing the Batwa way of life is generally more exciting and fulfilling in Mgahinga National Park. The Batwa trail in Mgahinga allows visitors to experience the Batwa way of life for more than 5 hours and within the park unlike in Bwindi. Some of the Batwa in Mgahinga are allowed in the forest to act as local guides while introducing you to their culture, ancient caves, former war hideouts, sacred places, gods, dances, language, traditional stories, way of dressing and way of hunting. In Bwindi, visitors usually go to see the Batwa outside the park for a shorter time after gorilla trekking.
Both National parks provide tourist with opportunities for nature walks but Bwindi might just have the edge here once again. Visitors to Bwindi forest can take walks through several established trails like the waterfall trail, Muzubijiro loop trail, Bamboo trail and the Rushura trail. One can also visit the local communities around Buhoma and learn about local beer brewing, language, and dances.
The cost of a gorilla trekking safari is similar for both national parks. Gorilla permits in both Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park go for $700. However the entire gorilla tour might cost between $1500 and $1900 depending on the quality of accommodation and transport.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is strategically located near one of Uganda’s largest and most popular game parks – Queen Elizabeth National Park. It takes only two hours of driving after gorilla trekking for visitors to visit Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot elephants, crocodiles, Hippopotamus, the Uganda Kob, Antelopes, Buffaloes and the rare tree climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of the park. Moreover if one missed the chimps during gorilla trekking, they can go for chimpanzee trekking at the unique Kyambura gorge or visit the salt mining lake near the park to spot the beautiful Flamingo birds. This proximity to Queen Elizabeth National Park allows visitors to easily combine gorilla trekking and game drives making for a true amazing African wildlife safari.
The same gorilla trekking rules and regulations apply to both Bwindi and Mgahinga. These rules were designed to help protect the gorillas from human diseases and irritation as a result of prolonged human presence. Only eight visitors are allowed to track a gorilla group in a day and for strictly one hour at most. You must be at least 15 years to do gorilla trekking in both parks. Showing up sick with transferable diseases is prohibited. You can’t smoke, use flashlight or make unnecessary noise while in the presence of gorillas in both Bwindi and Mgahinga.
The packing lists during gorilla trekking in Bwindi and Mgahinga are the same. Whichever park you choose, you would need to come with long sleeved shirts, pants, water-proof hiking shoes, long stockings, a hut, sunscreen and a walking stick. Items like prescription drugs, a camera, binoculars, water and snack will ensure you have a comfortable time during gorilla trekking in both gorilla parks.
Regarding transport, you can access both Mgahinga and Bwindi National park from the capital Kampala or Kigali in Rwanda by road or air. However the distance to Bwindi is shorter in comparison to Mgahinga. If you are using road transport, you can use a private car or public transport. From Kampala, there are several routes that you can use. The journey from Kampala to Kisoro the largest town near the two parks is about 7 hours. If you think the journey from Kampala to Kisoro is too long, then you access both Bwindi and Mgahinga using the shorter distance from Kigali (4 hours) in Rwanda or by air from Kampala in Uganda. Aero link and Fly Uganda operate flights from Kajjansi in Kampala and Entebbe to Kisoro Airstrip near Bwindi. Those doing gorilla trekking in Bwindi can actually land directly in Kihihi Airstrip which is not far from Ruhija or Buhoma sectors in Bwindi. Still wondering which national park is best for gorilla trekking in Uganda? Let me summarize it for you to make things clear.
Bwindi is a world heritage site hosting half of the world’s remaining population of mountain gorillas. It is a park with 15 habituated gorilla families where visitors can track gorillas or go for the gorilla habituation experience while sighting chimpanzees along the way. Nature walks are excellent and well organized in Bwindi with excellent trails. Reaching Bwindi from Kampala or Kigali by road takes a shorter distance than to Mgahinga. Bwindi’s location near Queen Elizabeth national parks allows primate lovers go for a full African Safari. Mgahinga has one gorilla family that is perhaps the largest habituated group found in all known mountain gorilla parks. There are less crowds during gorilla trekking in Mgahinga while offering visitors are chance to go for golden monkey trekking, mountain hiking and a more complete experience with the Batwa pygmies. That’s it. The final choice is yours.
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Why rent a 4×4 vehicle for a road trip?
The car type you choose to use during your road trip will determine its success rate. Many cars are available in stock and ready to hit the safari roads. 4×4 cars are the perfect safari vehicles and have outmatched other car types (2×2 cars) in Uganda. It is highly demanded on the travel market since it can reach rugged terrain areas.
These cars are used mostly for safaris, drive guided travels, airport pickups, solo travel, wedding transportation, camping, picnics, city rounds and many others. 4×4 wheel drive vehicles include safari vans, Toyota land cruiser, Land cruiser Prado, Toyota super custom, Rav 4, coaster among others. These cars can be obtained at any car hire agency after reaching an agreement and offered at an affordable price. They are given out on a self-drive basis but tourists who are not well conversant with the location are given a driver on request. This is why you should rent a 4×4 vehicle in Uganda for a road trip.
Convenient and comfortable
Every dollar of our client counts and we look forward to giving back equal services paid for. 4×4 wheel drive cars will never disappoint but offer satisfaction to whoever uses them. Its mechanism is customized to travel and enables clients to reach their desired destinations safe and sound. 4×4 WD cars are spacious and convenient providing enough space for clients and their cargo. The car mechanism enables it to pass through difficult rugged places and off beaten tracks at far distant parts of Uganda. The unique bit of it is, it has a hard carrier tented rooftop which offers a camping platform and a popup top for easy viewing of game in various Uganda’s national parks.
Flexible and reliable
The number one adventure before reaching your destination is Uganda’s road network. The roads are twisted in a way that some are in good conditions making driving easy and others are scary and full of potholes such as the off beaten tracks but as long as you are in a 4×4 WD vehicle worry not. These customized machines are a saviour during the rainy season when roads get slippery and dry seasons when dust limits the movement of cars. Saloon cars or 2×2 wheel Drive cars cannot be used for safaris rather be taken for city rounds. The roads are part of the adventure so experience and get a story to tell.
Quality and affordable
The appearances of the 4×4 wheel drive vehicles tend to scare off people thinking that they are way too expensive for their budget. Trust me the way they look doesn’t determine their prices but the need to be used and satisfy clients is the main aim. The quality of these cars reaches the standards of the client’s tastes and they are affordable to hire. You can access any of the desired cars from Car Rental in Uganda, scattered mostly in the urban parts of the country. Cars are available but prices vary depending on the type of car and the number of people it accommodates.
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Coaster Bus Hire in Uganda
Are you planning to travel as a group and you aren’t sure of a car to use? Renting a Coaster bus is incredibly the best option if you plan to go on a large group holiday in Uganda.
There is a reliable coaster bus rentals in Uganda suitable for travelers looking to business travel in Uganda or even those looking to road trips in national parks and game reserves within the Pearl of Africa.
Coaster buses rentals are ideal if you plan to travel around Uganda. Group tours are exciting as you get on the trip in one car with your colleagues. They offer amazing experience which you will share.
With classic Coaster buses, you have opportunity to set off to your destination together, enjoy Uganda together and share experiences.
Coaster bus rentals range from ordinary to executive buses and they provide the best road trip while you have absolute comfort. Renting a bus does save you a lot when traveling in a group. Our Coaster buses come with comfortable seats, air conditioner, adequate room for visitors to relax their legs, pack their luggage, mini fridge and many other amenities.
Coaster buses are the best if you plan to go for wedding, school tours, company retreats, introductions and other trips in the parks.
Things to Know about Coaster Bus Rentals
- Coaster Rentals cannot be hired on self drive
- Coaster Rentals are ideal for travelers who are looking to group travels from 12 people and more
- If you are looking to ventures off road or remote areas as well as national parks, it is important to hire a coaster which is 4×4
6 Best Luxury Cars to Rent in Kampala
Planning for a successful vacation experience, business trip or wedding can be challenging because there is so much to be put together. But in this article, you stand a chance to choose the right luxury car that suits your travel needs in Kampala capital city of Uganda.
Our luxury Uganda car rentals provide ultimate comfort, quality, performance and amenities compared to any other usual car. They are also fitted with essential equipment to make your road trip interesting. Our luxury rental cars are suitable for high-class functions, official events although some people these days hire them just to drive around. Getting behind the wheels of our full-time 4×4 luxury car hire is a dream come true! Here is a list of our 6 best luxury cars to rent in Kampala City Uganda.
BMW
If luxurious rental cars with outstanding performance is what you are looking for then you have a million reasons to book a BMW. This luxury car category is popular for its high velocity and smoothness, comfort and accommodates up to 5pax. The interior consists of leather seats to provide you with absolute comfort. Our BMW rentals are also fitted with CD player, FM radio, remote tank opener, button stop, cruiser control and these are unique features you may not find in most usual cars.
Limousine
Also, most popular as Limo, the Limousine is one of the famous luxury vehicles on planet earth. It is among our best luxury rentals and it comes with 2 compartments accommodating up to 6 or more people. Limousine rental cars are built in a unique style and offers ultimate comfort to you. Our Limo rentals are fitted with a mini-fridge, MP3, CD player, FM radio, comfortable seats, TV and others. They are available for booking whether for weddings, parties or airport transfers.
Range Rover
4×4 Range Rover Sport is incredibly one of the best among most luxury rental cars in Kampala. It is a mid-size SUV made by UK based automobile company-Jaguar Land Rover. It is distinctly designed with magnificent exterior and incredible interior features ranging from air conditioner, adequate leg room, leather seats, adequate luggage room.
Land Cruiser V8
Hire our full-time 4×4 Land Cruiser V8 and explore Kampala uniquely. Our Land Cruiser V8 rentals are attractive, large in size and powerful. They come with lavish interior features such as FM radio, MP3, CD player, AC and accommodates up to 5pax together with the driver.
Hummer
If you love SUV vehicles then you have a thousand reasons to hire a Hummer for your road trips in Kampala city Uganda. Hummer rentals are impressive and stylish with capacity of 4pax. It comes with interesting features especially comfortable seats, adequate leg room and other features.
Mercedes Benz
Discover a unique experience while on a road trip in Kampala only while behind the wheels of Mercedes Benz. You can choose from our range of Mercedes Benzes including S-class, E-class, C-class or the 4×4 G-class. All these classic rentals offer amazing treat to visitors while in Kampala.
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Ultimate Guide to One-Way Rentals in Uganda
Need one-way rental services rather than a round-trip? There is no better way to enjoy a flexible road trip than one-way travel experience. One-way rentals offer visitors freedom to get where they wish without any worries of driving again to where they began their trips from. Here is a guide to one-way car rentals to Uganda.
What is a one-way car rental?
One-way car rental is basically when person hiring a car picks the car in one place and drops it somewhere else. The rental company charges you some fee to meet expenses of returning the car to its original place. This usually applies especially for visitors planning to navigate between cities, towns and countries or airports within the same town. These rental services are preferable for travelers with plans to embark on long distance trips or you are on business trip.
What is a drop off fee for one-way rental in Uganda?
One-way rental fee also popular as ‘drop-fee’ and it is indicated on your rental invoice. It is what states your one-way hire charge.
How much is a one-way rental car in Uganda?
The rates for one-way rentals in Uganda differ significantly from company to company or distances between 2 locations. Some locations provide free one-way hire but for long distance trips, you may incur a charge slightly higher.
Why are one-way hire cars expensive?
One-way rentals are considered expensive usually because of the distances between destinations that travelers on Uganda safari cover. The longer your pick up and drop off locations, the more costly your hire becomes. This is to help rental company re-arrange and determine the cost of returning the vehicle to its original location. Also, the rates are influenced by factors of supply and demand.
When can I pay for my one-way rental?
Fees for one-way rentals are normally paid at the start of your renting a car. Once you make a deposit at rental counter but not online when reserving, you are guaranteed of navigating to other country or city of your choice.
Can I drop one-way rental at different place?
Drop off policies differ from company to company and it is important to find out what applies in a company you plan to deal with. Some rental companies restrict and others permit drop off rental at specific points based on insurance policies or border crossing restrictions.
Restrictions on drop off may apply depending on the demand for one-way rental services and this is regardless of whether you are dealing with small rental company or big company with so many locations.
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How to Travel Mgahninga National Park Made Easy
For those who would like information about travel Mgahinga national park in Uganda, we have dedicated this full page for you. You can hire a car in Kampala to drive to the park but for public travel and transport, there are daily buses/minibuses, which set off at 7.00 pm from Kampala.
Once in Kisoro Town, you can hike to the park if you are strong enough or hire a cab to the park gate. Mghinga National Park can be reached by way of the road through Kabale and Kisoro, 510 km from Kampala. Kabale is where the tarmac finishes though construction of this road is in progress. From Kampala to Kabale a 434 km journey can be completed in 8 hours on good tarmac.
Once in Kisoro Town, you can hike to the park if you are strong enough or hire a cab to the park gate. Mghinga National Park can be reached by way of the road through Kabale and Kisoro, 510 km from Kampala. Kabale is where the tarmac finishes though construction of this road is in progress. From Kampala to Kabale a 434 km journey can be completed in 8 hours on good tarmac.
Kabale is 88 km to Kisoro on a mountainous marram road with steep inclines and descents. Large trucks with trailers proceeding to and from the DRC via the border at Bunagana (14 km from Kisoro) use this route. Great care should be observed in trying to pass such vehicles.
In Kisoro visit the Mgahinga National Park office for directions to the Park HQ at Ntebeko Camp located 13Kms from Kisoro. They have a map you may be able to make a photocopy of before setting out.
NP Kisoro office- pass the Caltex station and Commercial Bank of Uganda on your left coming from Kabale and proceed for 500m up a slight hill, NP office immediately on the right. It is well signposted.
The route to Mgahinga Ntebeko Camp
Take the direction of Bunagana from the NP Office, after 100m take a left turn at the Travelers Rest.
Almost immediately after TR makes a right turn (straight on leads to the Uganda/Rwanda border at Cyanika). A further 250m takes a further right turn. You are now on the main track to Mgahinga National Park. All further junctions are well signposted. At junction 4.3 km there are 2 signposts.
One leads to Muhavura Ranger Station (straight on) and the other (a right turn) to Ntebeko Gate. Parts of the road at 6 kilometers from Kisoro are liable to flooding after heavy rain. It can be very muddy. The steep ascent road to the Ntebeko Gate starts 7.3 km after leaving the NP office in Kisoro.
The route from junction 4.3 km to Muhavura Ranger Station is rough. Vehicles can be left at the campsite or at the end of the road below the Ranger Station where you should find someone to take care of it.
Leaving a vehicle here is a good idea if the Gorilla family is currently located on Mt. Muhavura. It will save a 16 km walk from the Ntebeko gate and back from the Muhavura Ranger Post.
Gorilla trekking in Mgahinga National Park starts from the Ranger Station where a tracker from the previous days tracking is picked up to help locate the family.
Car hire in kisoro
For those without their transport, you can hire a car in Kisoro either for self drive or a special hire to take you to and from the park.
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