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

To get the best deal on car hire in Tanzania, book about 64 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around RM 130, which is about 183% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Tanzania?

Looking to hire a car in Tanzania? Autounion Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 15.97/day. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 16.04/day.

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 RM 150 per day. In contrast, January is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 238. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 238

February

RM 167

March

RM 195

April

RM 172

May

RM 175

June

RM 170

July

RM 175

August

RM 174

September

RM 192

October

RM 198

November

RM 165

December

RM 150

What car do most people hire in Tanzania?

Compact cars (Toyota Corolla Wagon, for example) are the most popular in Tanzania. Standard (Nissan X-Trail) and Economy (Daihatsu Terios) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Tanzania.

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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 26 May 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

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Cargini

1 location
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Alma Car Hire

3 locations
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CarQ

1 location
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1First Car Rental

6 locations
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Ace

2 locations
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Xdrive Mobility

1 location
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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 26 May 2026.

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

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Tanzania.

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