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Well Maintained 4×4 Vehicles Available for Rental Not Only in Uganda but Also to Neighboring Countries.

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SELF DRIVE EAST AFRICA

Discover Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Kenya

Plan a perfect self drive safari in Uganda with experts in Car Rental in East Africa. Test the road conditions and your driving skills on self drive Safari in Africa in landcruiser the most perfectly designed car for your holiday with Camping gears in Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Kenya for both Wildlife & Primate Trekking.

Your Self drive Safari can start from Uganda for Primate & Rwenzori hikes , cross to Rwanda for primate Watching and then head for the best wildlife watching in Tanzania and trek to the top of the roof before crossing to Masai Mara for Wildebeest Migration experiences in Kenya via the Mara River with experts in Landcruiser LX jeeps.

Recommended National Parks to Explore in Uganda.

Toyota Rav4 is not recommended for Kidepo Valley National Park and if you intend to travel to kidepo upgrade to Toyota Landcruiser v8, vx or Lx

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THINGS TO DO IN UGANDA

MOUNTAIN GORILLAS & CHIMPANZEES TREKKING

Go gorilla trekking & Chimpanzee watching on primate trekking.

Never miss the chance to see the mountain gorillas in East Africa with Self Drive Uganda the leading Car hire firm within East Africa. Read About the best safe places to see gorillas within East Africa with knowledgeable Safari guide.

we do offer to our clients free booking of Mountain Gorilla Permits and Chimpanzee Permit to visit the various Chimpanzee places like Kalinzu forest, Budongo forest and Kyambura Gorge which are cheaper than Kibale Forest national park the best known destination for Chimpanzee watching in the wilderness.

Uganda Gorilla Permit costs 800$
Rwanda Gorilla permit costs 1500$
Congo Gorilla Permit costs 400$

If your planning for gorilla trekking on Self drive Safari , we recommend to consider mainly the best places listed on the Where to see gorillas in Africa. Never miss to trek the gorillas due to delays in booking as we do handle last minute gorilla trekking tours in Rwanda, Uganda and Congo .

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CAMPING IN UGANDA

Go camping in Uganda

In Uganda the Camping safaris are becoming more popular even on Self drive Safaris where the travelers rent a jeep with rooftop tent for the East African Adventure in 4×4 Landcruiser .

Various hotels & Lodges within Uganda , Kenya have camping grounds where the campers park their jeeps and set up their rooftop tents ( Tent co Brand) for unique experiences in the wilderness yet also Uganda Wildlife Authority has public campsites in the majority of the National Parks.check out this page.

UWA also offers bush camping. A UWA ranger accompanies you in the search for a special campsite in the middle of the bush. Visit the local UWA HQ for more information.

Ground tent Camping	$ 5 pp/day
Rooftop Tent	$15 / day
Electrical fridge	$10 / day

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PACKING LIST FOR SELF DRIVE

Packing for self drive Safari in Uganda requires you to travel light for unique experience in Uganda.

Without a visa you cannot enter Uganda, Kenya or Tanzania but your entry is guaranteed to Rwanda.Make sure you have a Yellow Fever Vaccination. It’s also an option to apply online.

Without the proof of a yellow fever vaccination you are legible to apply for a visa.

A credit card can be really useful to pay at fuel stations, lodges and restaurants. But consider taking enough shillings/dollars with you since not all places accept credit cards.

Make sure to bring plenty of sunblock and insect repellent to minimize the risk of getting sunburned and receiving mosquito bites.

A yellow fever vaccination is necessary for an entry visa. Make sure to bring proof of the vaccination with you.

Apply for the visa In advance
Carry Some cash
Download the maps for offline in advance
Secure the Booking confirmation voucher from Self Drive Uganda.

Prices

Uganda Visa	$ 50 pp/day
East African Visa	$100 /day

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CULTURAL EXPERIENCES IN UGANDA

With over 50 local languages there is a lot of cultural experiences in Uganda but Luganda is most common. Swahili is also spoken by many people as a second language yet its the primary for Kenya & Tanzania.

English is widely spoken, especially in Kampala and by those working in tourism. Of over 50 local languages, Luganda is most common. Swahili is also spoken by many people as a second language.

Don’t hand out things to the kids along the roads. We try to discourage handouts, it can encourage kids to skip school and start begging. Try and play and talk to them instead. If you wan’t to bring or hand out items, try and contact a local organization to see what’s the best way to organize this.

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MONEY

Accepted bill of exchange in Uganda, Rwanda , Kenya and Tanzania

The Ugandan Shilling is the local currency of Uganda. As Uganda is a cash based economy we advise to withdraw money from an ATM, almost every bigger town has an ATM, Stanbic Bank and Barclays are your most reliable banks accepting MasterCard, Maestro and Visa. We advise to bring some EURO’s or Dollars with you on your travel, you never know where you will need it for.

It’s easy to change Dollars and EUROs to Ugandan Shillings at any Forex Bureau in the bigger towns. It’s also recommended to bring extra cards, as the daily uptake with a foreign card is limited at the ATMs.

Stanbic Bank and Barclays are your most reliable banks accepting MasterCard, Maestro and Visa.

Manual Transmission
Diesel Fuel Consumption
Model 2010 to 2013
4 – 5 Px

Rates

Land cruiser LX 78 series without pop up	$95 /day
Land Cruiser 78 series with Popup roof	$100 / day
Electrical fridge	$10 / day

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TOYOTA LANDCRUISER V8

If you need comfort on your self drive vacation, this is the right vehicle choice for you.

Automatic Transmission
Petrol Fuel Consumption
Model 2000 to 2006
4 – 5 Px

Rates

Land cruiser V8 with roof top tent	$95 /day
Land Cruiser V8 Normal	$85 / day
Electrical fridge	$10 / day

VACCINATIONS

The yellow fever vaccine is currently required for travelers visiting Uganda or Rwanda due to yellow fever in neighboring countries. Please check with your gp or travel clinic which vaccinations you need. Anti malaria medication is also a necessity since malaria is present throughout Uganda.

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TOYOTA EXTENDED LANDCRUISER

The most reliable and recommended vehicle for cross border rentals to Kenya and Tanzania.

Manual Transmission
Diesel Fuel Consumption
Model 2010 to 2016
6 – 7 Px

CLIMATE

Uganda is sunny most of the year with an average annual temperature of about 26 degrees Celsius (78° Fahrenheit). The temperatures rarely rise above 29 degrees (84° degrees Fahrenheit). Uganda has a rainy season from March till May and October till November. During November and December Uganda’s having a light rain season. December to February and June to August are the dry seasons.

Extended Safari landcruiser with Popup roof	$180/ day
Electrical fridge	Free

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TOYOTA SAFARI VANS

If you need comfort on your self drive vacation, this is the right vehicle choice for you.

Automatic Transmission
Diesel Fuel Consumption
Model 2000 to 2010
7 – 8 Px

Rates

Toyota Safari Vans	$80 /day
Toyota Safari vans with Pop Up roof	$85 / day
Electrical fridge	$10 / day

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO

Uganda is a photographers heaven! Offering amazing landscapes, tremendous wildlife opportunities and it’s a birders paradise. Get up close and personal with one of the great apes or watch the tree climbing lions snoozing in a fig tree. Uganda has it. All.

Uganda is very strict about the use of drones. Especially in National Parks since poachers also tend to use them. You have ask the authorities first for permission for the use of drones. Find more info about it here.

People are not keen to photographed without permission. We advise to have a chat first and ask if it’s allowed to make a picture.

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Common Questions

Learn about the most asked questions for self drive Safari in Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania with cross border jeeps

Is Uganda safe for Self Drive?

Uganda is Safe for self drive Safaris, don't miss to explore the Uganda parks on self drive Vacation!

Will I have a personal coach?

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Are your programs safe fo my health?

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How to Secure Uganda Visa

Uganda Immigration changed the visa policy and your required to apply for the visa in advance!

Will I have any restrictions?

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Self Drive Uganda offers the best car hire services on long term for projects and travelers wishing to explore Uganda national park.

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Driver Daily Rates

$30 - $40 Extra Per Day

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Self Drive Uganda offers the best car hire services on long term for projects and travelers wishing to explore Uganda national park.

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CAMPING & EQUIPMENT

Ground & Rooftop Camping

From $10 - $30

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Namasuba, Kikajjo Kampala, Uganda

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