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Cheap Car Hire in Tanzania from R494

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 13/8 and drop-off date of 22/8. 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 2025

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 30 June 2025.

Most popular company

CarQ

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

R518

Cheapest price per day

R494

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 30 June 2025.

At R494/day, SUV is the cheapest car type available for hire in Tanzania in the past week. Out of 22 car hire agencies operating in Tanzania, there are, in total, 98 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

R3 422+

Compare car hire deals in Tanzania by type

Here are the best Tanzania small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tanzania medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tanzania SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Tanzania van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai AtosR514/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Citroen C3R529/day
2
M
A/C
Citroen C3
Volkswagen up!R549/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen up!

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 R822. Data was last updated on 30 June 2025.
We've found these great deals on car hires in Tanzania, including options within the Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha area. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Toyota FortunerR494/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Fortuner
Hyundai AtosR514/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Atos
Ford KaR529/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka

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 61 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R546, which is about 1 167% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 R347,77/day found in the past two weeks. SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R388,02/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Tanzania is April, when you can expect to pay R611/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Tanzania is August (R920/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

R706

February

R706

March

R694

April

R611

May

R712

June

R766

July

R884

August

R920

September

R849

October

R789

November

R760

December

R813

Which car hire company has the most locations in Tanzania?

Autounion Car Rental has 14 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. DISCOUNT.QUEBEC has the second-highest number of locations in Tanzania at 11.

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 64 pickup locations in Tanzania to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 June 2025.

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 30 June 2025.
Choose from the top car hiring agencies available in Tanzania, including locations near Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Arusha. See what past customers have to say, compare prices, and review other key details before deciding.

AbbyCar Car Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

6,0

Autounion Car Rental

14 locations

DISCOUNT.QUEBEC

11 locations

keddy by Europcar

10 locations

Europcar

9 locations

Sunnycars

7 locations

FlexWays

6 locations

1First Car Rental

5 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tanzania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 June 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Tanzania?

    The most popular car hire company at Tanzania is Autounion Car Rental. With prices on MINI starting at R348/day about 85% more people book with Autounion Car Rental than other companies in the country.

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

    At R493/day, it is 31% 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 R410/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 30 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tanzania. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Travelling to a place near Tanzania?

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Lexington
Taunton

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