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How far in advance should I hire a car in Dar Es Salaam?

For the best savings on car hire in Dar Es Salaam, make your reservation 89 days before pickup. The average price then is just R386/day – about 767% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Dar Es Salaam?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Dar Es Salaam is Autounion Car Rental (rated 0.0/10). 1First Car Rental (rated 0.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam?

Planning to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam? April is the cheapest month, costing about R553 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R922. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R671

February

R654

March

R570

April

R553

May

R855

June

R771

July

R888

August

R922

September

R888

October

R872

November

R603

December

R687

What car do most people hire in Dar Es Salaam?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Dar Es Salaam are the following: Intermediate cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar), SUV cars (Nissan X-Trail or similar), and Full-size cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Dar Es Salaam?

keddy by Europcar has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. 1First Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Dar Es Salaam at 4.

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Top rental agencies in Dar Es Salaam

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Dar Es Salaam known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Dar Es Salaam. Reviews were last updated on 21 December 2025.

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations
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1First Car Rental

4 locations
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Sixt

3 locations
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FlexWays

2 locations
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DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

3 locations
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keddy by Europcar

5 locations
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Europcar

4 locations
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Sunnycars

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Dar Es Salaam, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2025.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Dar Es Salaam for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    Autounion Car Rental is one of the most popular car hire companies in Dar Es Salaam, offering car hire for around R3 986 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Dar Es Salaam?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Dar Es Salaam.

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