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Tanzania car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Tanzania. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2026.

Most popular company

Autounion Car Rental

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

₹ 6,639

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,901
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Cheapflights insights for Tanzania car rentals

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 82 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around ₹ 2,703, which is about 5,871% cheaper than the typical rate.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Tanzania is November, when you can expect to pay ₹ 3,530/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Tanzania is August (₹ 4,770/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

₹ 4,452

February

₹ 4,102

March

₹ 4,388

April

₹ 4,038

May

₹ 4,452

June

₹ 4,484

July

₹ 4,547

August

₹ 4,770

September

₹ 4,420

October

₹ 4,579

November

₹ 3,530

December

₹ 4,038

What car do most people rent in Tanzania?

SUV cars (Class Standard SUV, for example) are the most popular in Tanzania. Standard (Nissan X-Trail) and Mini (Class Mini Car) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Tanzania.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Tanzania, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 20 pickup locations in Tanzania to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Tanzania

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Tanzania known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Tanzania. Reviews were last updated on 14 August 2026.

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

ABBYCAR

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Cargini

1 location
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Alma Car Hire

3 locations
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CarQ

1 location
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1First Car Rental

6 locations
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Ace

2 locations
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Xdrive Mobility

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Tanzania, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 August 2026.

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

    At ₹ 5,617/day, it is 42% cheaper on average to rent a car in Zanzibar than any other city in Tanzania. The cheapest price found in Tanzania was for ₹ 2,290/day in Zanzibar.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Tanzania?

    Cars in Tanzania are to be driven on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Tanzania

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Tanzania. Deals were last updated on 14 August 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Tanzania. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 31+

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Travelling to a place near Tanzania?

Rent a car at Tanzania if you plan to visit one of these locations
Cambridge
Revere
Waltham

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