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Cheap Car Hire in Tanzania from R894

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Tanzania with a pick-up date of 20/6 and drop-off date of 27/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Tanzania car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Tanzania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 May 2026.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

R570

Cheapest price per day

R894
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Popular car types in Tanzania

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tanzania and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 23 May 2026.
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At R894/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Tanzania in the past week. Out of 26 car hire agencies operating in Tanzania, there are, in total, 106 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

R894+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 617+

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People carrier

People carrier

R1 160+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 433+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 171+

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Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R2 061+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R899+

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Best car hire deals found in Tanzania

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tanzania. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tanzania with an average daily rate of R1 726. Data was last updated on 23 May 2026.
Renault SanderoR894/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Sandero
Found 05/21/26
Toyota Corolla CrossR899/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Corolla Cross
Found 05/21/26
Mercedes-Benz V-ClassR1 171/day
5
5
5
M
A/C
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
Found 05/23/26

Cheapflights insights for Tanzania car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tanzania, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

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 R543, which is about 1 104% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Tanzania?

Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Tanzania with deals as low as R21,08/day found in the past two weeks. H-Lead Hospitality is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R44,34/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tanzania?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Tanzania is November, when you can expect to pay R614/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Tanzania is August (R823/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R795

February

R708

March

R757

April

R697

May

R768

June

R680

July

R784

August

R823

September

R790

October

R795

November

R614

December

R691

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Tanzania, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 20 pickup locations in Tanzania to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 23 May 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Tanzania

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tanzania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tanzania. Reviews were last updated on 23 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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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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tanzania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 23 May 2026.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Tanzania?

    At R655/day, it is 26% cheaper on average to rent a car in Dar Es Salaam than any other city in Tanzania. The cheapest price found in Tanzania was for R414/day in Dar Es Salaam.

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

    In Tanzania, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Car hires by fuel type in Tanzania

Browse car hires by fuel type in Tanzania. Deals were last updated on 23 May 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tanzania. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R33+

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