Uganda to Rwanda Car Rental - Affordable Cross Border from $65
Uganda and Rwanda are becoming popular destinations amongst travelers and to easily explore these great destinations, you will need a reliable 4×4 rental car that can be availed at the most affordable car rental Uganda to Rwanda rates.
Whether you are planning to explore Uganda and Rwanda on a self drive with a group of friends and family or simply solo, car rental is the best affordable option you need to consider.
For travelers who would like to have a guide/driver for such a trip, we do have English speaking, disciplined and licensed drivers who are well versed with the road network in the two countries making your adventure hassle free and ensuring you get to do your activities as planned.
We have a reliable car rental Uganda fleet of vehicles you can choose from for your adventure that are well maintained and serviced regularly to give you an awesome on and off road experience.
For a more memorable experience on the road trip and while in Rwanda plus Uganda, you can add a rooftop tent and camping gear which does give you an up close experience with nature.
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Common Border crossing points
There are 3 major and well known border crossing points you can use while you plan to cross into Uganda or into Rwanda and these are:
Gatuna/Katuna Border: this is situated just a few kilometers from Kabale town and the most busiest commercial border point.
Cyanika: Planning to cross into Volcanoes National Park from Kisoro or Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, this is the route/border crossing point you can use. It is less crowded compared to Gatuna.
Mirama Hills/Kagitumba: Looking for another less crowded border crossing point into Rwanda from Uganda especially for travelers from Queen Elizabeth and from the far east.
Vehicles to use for Uganda to Rwanda Car Rental
Hiace Safari Van
At a cheap price of $100 per day for self-drive and $100 with a driver, Uganda to Rwanda car rental gives you the Hiace safari van for those intending to explore Uganda or Rwanda as friends and family. Interestingly, it can navigate through all kinds of terrain and giving you the best car rental experience beyond imagination.
This large vehicle has a seating capacity of 14 persons and a fuel consumption of 8 liters per 100 kilometers depending on the engine type (diesel or petrol), transmission (manual or automatic).
Land Cruiser Prado
4×4 car rental in Uganda or Rwanda further provides another luxury car for an East African 4×4 off-road safari or a 4×4 self-drive. This is car with a fuel consumption of 1/8km with a capacity of 90 liters. It is very affordable at a cost of $70 per day for self-drive or $100 per day with a driver.
It has a spacious to carry 7 passengers and a practical design with options for both cloth and leather upholstery, depending on the trim level, thus providing comfort for those in it. When the third row is folded or removed, the cargo area expands significantly
Toyota RAV4
4×4 Uganda to Rwanda car rental offers this compact SUV suitable for by small groups or families intending to do an adventure in these countries. 4×4 car rental in East Africa is very affordable with the Toyota RAV4 as it is hired at $45 per day for self-drive East Africa and at $75 per day with a driver.
It has a fuel consumption of 1 liter per 10-11 kilometers. Has a seating capacity of four for the two door models and 5 for the four-door model.
Land Cruiser Extended
Uganda to Rwanda car rental offers this massive vehicle for 8 people intending to do a self-drive or hire a 4×4 car with a driver. This vehicle is very suitable because it is a spacious most popular vehicle for luxurious group safaris. It’s incredibly spacious interior is a must go for as it accommodates 7-8 passengers including the driver. Its raised suspension on the tyres makes it reliable for navigating through tough terrain.
It is usually equipped with pop-up roofs for a better game viewing experience. It has a fuel consumption rate of 16 liters per 100 kilometers and can be hired at $180 only with driver.
Land Cruiser V8
If you are interested in a luxury 4×4 vehicle, the land cruiser V8 is one of your best alternatives. It can be hired at $80 per day for self-drive or at $110 with a driver to tour East Africa.
It utilizes 4.7 l V8 engine, specifically the 2UZ-FE model and with a 4 speed or 5-speed transmission depending on the version. It can accommodate up to 8 persons. It is a prestigious vehicle that can navigate through rough terrain when having and off-road safari in Uganda or Rwanda or on other rough roads in East Africa.
Requirements for crossing borders from Uganda to Rwanda
COMESA: This is a common market for East and Southern Africa and all cars that intend to cross borders from any East African country for this case must pay for it.
Cross-border approval: Car crossing borders such as from Uganda to Rwanda must have permission especially the visitors, who must have acceptance from their car rental companies. It is very wise to know that 4×4 car rental companies do not allow all their vehicles to cross borders as they are not fit for it.
Driving License: It is important, as in any other country to have a valid driver’s license before getting on the road, more so crossing borders. If one doesn’t have their country’s license, they always need to acquire an international license from Uganda so as to allow legal driving from Uganda to Rwanda.
Car Registration papers: As you cross from Uganda to Rwanda, you need to verify ownership of the car. As a visitor, especially one intending to do a self-drive in East Africa, the 4×4 car rental company must give you the car registration documents to prove legal ownership.
East Africa Tourist Visa: To be fully allowed into the two countries you will need to have purchased tourist visas. For East African residents, you will only need a copy of your passport that you will present to the immigration officials before you are officially allowed into the country.
Places to visit on your road trip with Uganda to Rwanda car rental
Queen Elizabeth National Park: While in Uganda, you can drive 389 kilometers from Kampala heading to western Uganda. Here you can sight tree climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of the park and also other large mammals such as elephants, buffaloes during game drives.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park: If you have interest in semi-human creatures, the gorillas, this is the place for you. Since it’s a forest, nature walks and birding are some of the activities you can do along-side the main gorilla tracking and habituation.
Murchison falls National Park: Hiking to the top of the falls is the most captivating activity you will undertake while in this park. A morning, afternoon or evening game drive is thrilling as you can sight elephants, buffaloes, lions among others.
Rwanda
With Uganda to Rwanda car rental, you can visit the volcanoes national park in Rwanda to also view one of the most eye catching creatures, the gorillas. A gorilla trekking adventure during you 4×4 off road safari will be very enjoyable.
Akagera National Park: If you want to see the big five, such as buffaloes, elephants among others during your visit to Rwanda, Akagera is your best alternative. The lush savannah vegetation in this park is also breath-taking, giving it a very unique view as it the only one in Rwanda.
Nyungwe Forest National Park: Being a mountainous rain forest, hiking in the trails is an adventurous activity to do. Chinpanzee tracking is the commonest activity you can perform in Nyungwe forest national park and also engage in the famous canopy walk.
Lake Kivu: Kayaking, boat cruise are the famous activities you can perform while at Lake Kivu in Rwanda. You can enjoy the breath taking sight of the beautiful islands that are perfect for hiking.
Uganda to Rwanda car rental service gives you the best experience there is when you choose to have a trip of safari to East Africa. Each country you visit has its own glory that creates memorable experiences.