CAR HIRE IN UGANDA
Car Hire in Uganda isn’t as developed and formal as it is in other developed African countries like South Africa, and because of this, it has proven to be more stressful and complicated, especially for first-time travelers. However, your worries end today as Scenic Luxury Vacation will bring you some of the simple tips to go about Car Hire in Uganda hence have an unforgettable road trip.
How old should I be to hire a car in Uganda?
In Uganda, you should be at least 18 years or older to drive and hire a car. Additionally, you should have held your valid driver’s license for 12 months.
What cars can I hire in Uganda?
At Scenic Luxury Vacation, we offer one of the most affordable rates for cars, including for travelers looking for long-term car hire. We also boast of a fleet of luxurious Cars provided at cheaper rates and they include Safari Land Cruisers, the Land Cruiser Prado, Safari Vans/Super Customs, Land Cruiser TX, the sleek Mercedes Benz, Limousines, Range Rovers, and BMWs among others.
What do I need to hire a car in Uganda?
Whether you hire a car with Scenic Luxury Vacations or any transport provider, you will be required to present a valid driver’s license, National ID/passport and payment-Credit Card or cash.
Car Hire insurance in Uganda
Travelers with US Credit Cards in Uganda are most likely to have the Collision Damage Waiver Insurance for Car Hire coverage, yet few even know this. However to be sure, it is important to consult with your Credit Card Company. To be safer, travelers are advised to sign-up for credit cards that offer CDW insurance to save you from having to pay insurance for car hire in Uganda.
Is it possible to cancel Car hire booking if not needed anymore?
Yes, it is possible to cancel your Car Hire booking if you no longer need it, by either calling us on +256 761 134811 or visit our www.scenicluxuryvacation.com website. If you decide to pay for the car on pick-up, you won’t be charged cancellation fee but if your payment is by credit card, you will be charged a cancellation fee depending on how close it is to the planned pick-up date.
Payment methods for Car Hire in Uganda
We accept both cash and credit Cards for payment for Car hire in Uganda.
Fuel Prices in Uganda
Uganda isn’t spared with the current Fuel crises, and it costs about Shs. 6300 (about $1.62) per liter at the time of writing.
Do I pay a security deposit when hiring a car in Uganda?
When picking up your Car, Scenic Luxury Vacations holds a certain amount of money (depending on the type/model of car, age of driver and duration of the Car hire) as security deposit. This helps in covering a number of Car hire charges like damage fees, refueling where needed, driving on additional mileage, fines for breaking traffic guidelines and toll fees where applicable. After returning the car, the amount will be deducted to cover these costs and if not required, you will be refunded your money in full.
Insect the Car when picking-up and dropping-off
In most cases, our Scenic Luxury Vacations representative (staff/agent) will ask whether you would like to inspect the car on your behalf or by yourself, but we recommend the latter. This seems as a silly thing to do but saves you a lot of money. In so doing, you will check for any scratches, bumps and damages if they exist and these should be noted/photos taken as evidence to avoid being charged for something you are totally not responsible for.
Other important tips to follow during Car Hire in Uganda include watching out for the cattle while driving, keeping your valuables inside and locking windows while at parking lots, always leaving your car with attendants, being cautious while driving at night, always informing the Ca rental Company in advance before crossing the borders, driving on the left-hand wide while in Uganda, to mention but a few.