Here is Why You Should Rent a Car in Uganda

  • by Mark Kalule
  • July 1, 2024

Wondering why you should hire a car for your travel in Uganda? Most people still think that hiring a car is only for the affluent class, businessmen or individuals who can afford more than the rest. This is completely not true because hiring a car in Uganda or anywhere else in East Africa does pays off, regardless of your class or purpose of your travel. Here are three reasons you may need to rent a car in Uganda or East Africa in general;

Road trips

When vacationing abroad –on solo or as family, there should be a means to take you to your preferred destination. If it is your first time visiting a destination such as Uganda or any tourist site in East Africa/Africa, it should be remembered that most of the tourist attractions are found far from the city centre. Getting to your destination to explore it to fullest requires a rental car since it is the most affordable option.

A road trip in Uganda with rental cars is all about exploring and experiencing its unique destinations at your own pace unlike if you opted for public means. There are ten Uganda national parks to visit on a road trip in Uganda. The most popular destinations include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to almost half of the remaining population of mountain gorillas. The other destinations on popular safari circuits include Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kibale National Park and Rwenzori Mountains National Park on the western circuit as well as Kidepo Valley National Park, Murchison Falls National Park and Mount Elgon on the Northern Circuit Trail.

Other popular Uganda tourism destinations to explore on a road trip include the Sipi Falls, the Source of the Nile in Jinja, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Budongo Forest, Kalinzu Forest, Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve, Kyambura Gorge, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mutanda and others. Access to these destinations and more is excellently done in a 4×4 tourist vehicle. Besides, if you are enthusiastic about scenic viewing/landscape viewing, a road trip in Uganda in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle is worth it.

If you are interested in game drives, you have a thousand reasons to hire a customized safari vehicle in Uganda. Game drives in Uganda are excellently carried out while in the spectacular savanna parks such as Lake Mburo, Kidepo, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Murchison Falls National Park.

Business needs

There are many reasons why people travel and key areas of interest include business/MICE, and leisure. If you are visiting Uganda for business trip, you definitely need a Uganda car rental to ease your movement to and from your business meeting place to the hotel/place of residence.

We have plenty of rental cars in Uganda suitable for all business tours. Choose from our list of classic business rental cars 4×4 Toyota Rav4, Mercedes Benz Models, Land Cruisers, and Premio. The advantage with hiring a car in Uganda for business trips or any other kind of travel is that a visitor is guaranteed of ultimate comfort, convenience and safety.

Safety

Getting around while in a new destination often comes with its own challenges. First, you won’t be certain about the safe routes to the destinations. Obtaining a rental car with a driver guide guarantees you ultimate safety and security on your road trip. In addition, rental cars save you from certain risks considering the fact that they are insured. This makes renting a car a cost saving means while you get ultimate freedom to explore the pearl of Africa at your own pace.

In summary, there are many reasons why you need to hire a car in Uganda. With the above three reasons, hiring a car on your next vacation should be a must-do. All you need is to contact a trusted car hire service provider now and get started with making your travel easier regardless of your budget or class.