One Way Car Hire Uganda
One way car hire Uganda means picking up a 4x4 car rental at one location and dropping it off at another. This kind of car rental in Uganda solves a major travel problem as you do not have to return to the original pick-up point hence saving time. For wildlife tourists, business travelers, locals and NGOs, One way car hire Uganda is all about convenience, freedom and cost effectiveness. In this guide, we will explain how one way car hire works in Uganda – the vehicle options, pricing, cross border options, and insurance policies.
Why Choose One Way Car Hire Uganda?
Ideal for Multi-Country Trips
In case your travel plan involves crossing borders to Kenya, Rwanda or Tanzania from Uganda, one car rental makes your travel simpler and more cost effective. With one way car hire Uganda, you will definitely have the best cross border experience since you will not have to drive back to the country where you picked the car from.
Added Flexibility in Itinerary Planning
With one way car rental Uganda, you have the flexibility to combine safaris, business trips and city tours without rearranging flights.
Saves time and saves you from backtracking
Uganda has a number of tourist attractions but they are spread out in different parts of the country. Returning a car to where you picked it from means doubling the driving time which happens to be a bit tiresome. One way car hire Uganda lets you plan a single-direction trip without the need to retract miles.
Add on services offered with One way car hire Uganda
Multiple drop-off points
You can rent a car and choose to drop it off at any desired location according to your travel preferences and itinerary. Major drop off points include; Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbale, Mbarara, Fort Portal, Gulu and many others. Alternatively, you can even choose to drop off the vehicle in a different country such as; Kenya, Rwanda or Tanzania or even at any border post of your choice.
Airport transfers
Pickups from Entebbe International Airport to any hotel or location. Drop off to Entebbe Airport from your location.
Driver or Self Drive options
Chauffeur drive: Professional driver/safari guide to help you navigate unfamiliar roads and cities. Provides local knowledge about attractions and places visited and helps you connect with the local communities.
Self Drive: You drive the vehicle yourself and navigate through Uganda’s diverse landscapes. Better for couples and families to keep privacy.
Insurance & road side assistance
At Best Car hire Kampala, all our vehicles are covered under a Moto Third Party Insurance policy that saves you from paying for damages, theft of the vehicle and head on collision. We offer a 24/7 road side assistance and emergency responses in rare cases when the vehicle breaks down during your trip.
Cross Border Documents
Assistance in obtaining cross border insurance for the vehicle. We also provide you with all the necessary documents required to cross the border with your rented vehicle.
Best Vehicle Choice – What vehicle to Rent
4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser V8
best for rough road conditions, Ideal for high-class travelers. Normally costs $70 to $90 per day depending on the season. Perfect for 2 to 5 adult passengers with enough space for cargo.
4x4 Land Cruiser Prado TX
The Prado TX is slightly smaller than the Land Cruiser V8 but still so capable for all remote roads. It has a high ground clearance and can come with a popup roof for perfect nature views. Costs $60 to $70 per day and it is ideal for 2 to 5 passengers.
The Toyota Rav4
The most affordable 4×4 vehicle for self drive Uganda. Perfect for solo travelers and couples on a fixed travel budget. Normally costs $40 to $45 per day depending on the season. Strong enough to handle off-road travels but restricted in Northern Uganda.
4x4 Safari Van
Best for big families and groups looking to spend less on fuel and have the best wildlife views during game drives. The safari van seats a maximum of 9 adult passengers with space for their luggage. It is mostly rented with a safari guide but also available for self drive Uganda.
Luxury SUV
Perfect for business travelers looking to look elegant for their business meetings. Normally cost from as low as $150 per day and mostly rented for town service. Mostly available with a professional driver but can also be rented for self drive in Uganda.
Saloon Cars
Mostly rented by families and couples looking to explore the urban parts of Uganda especially Kampala and Entebbe. Available from as low as $50 per day for self drive in Kampala and $60 to $70 per day if you are driving outside Kampala.
Common one way routes in Uganda
Short city transfers: Entebbe to Kampala, Kampala to Jinja or Masaka, Mbarara
Best vehicles: Small SUVs and sedans.
Northern Circuit: Kampala to Gulu, Murchison Falls, Sipi Falls, Arua, West Nile
Best vehicles: Strong SUVs or safari 4x4s if you plan to go off-road.
Western Savannah: Kampala to Fort Portal, Kasese, Queen Elzabeth National Park
Best Vehicles: 4×4 SUVs or 4×4 safari vans for group travelers. National Parks and some unpaved sections usually require strong robust vehicles.
Cross Borders: Uganda to Rwanda, Kenya or Tanzania
Best Vehicles: Strong 4x4s for long road trips (Land Cruiser Prado TX, Land Cruiser V8 & Land Cruiser GX Manual)
What you need to know about Crossing Borders with a rental car
Steps and Common requirements for crossing borders with a 4×4 car rental from Uganda
Authorization letter from rental company (Best Car Hire Kampala Ltd). Request for a written acceptance letter from the company allowing you cross the border with their vehicle.
COMESA sticker (third party insurance for the vehicle in another country)
Driver Visas and passport validity: Make sure your visa and passport have the required blank pages for the entry and exit stamps
Popular Cross Border Routes
Uganda to Kenya (Common for witnessing the big five plus the wild beast migration in Masai Mara National Park of Kenya)
Uganda to Rwanda (Common for Gorilla Trekking Safaris in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Volcanoes National Park.
Uganda to Tanzania (Best for wildlife encounters and relaxation at Zanzibar)
Practical tips for travelers opting for One Way Car Hire Uganda
Plan for fuel when on long drives
Fuel stations may be sparse on remote routes. Always carry spare fuel or mind to fill up when you still have a chance to.
Keep copies of all the required documents. Make digital copies of the important documents such as rental agreement, driver’s license, insurance papers and passports.
Budget for National park entry fees. Such fees are not included in the daily rental fees unless agreed as you are booking.
Respect the local driving practices. Observe the set speed limits and respect road signs and traffic norms. Driving at night is not recommended.
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Driver Documentation and Requirements
For self drive travelers
Valid passport for foreigners or National ID for local travelers
Valid driver’s license most preferably International Driver’s License.
Minimum Age (usually 21) must have hold a driver’s license for atleast 3 years.
Credit card for a 10 – 20% deposit payment. Remaining payment can be accepted in Cash upon receiving the vehicle.
For Chauffeur/driver bookings
A copy of valid passport for confirmation
Credit card for a 10 -20% deposit payment