Tanzania Self Drive Safari Tours, Itineraries And Road Trips

Clearly, Tanzania is a large country. Planning your itinerary and estimating your journey time could be challenging if you have never traveled to Tanzania before. What shall we do? Take a look at some of our recommended Tanzania vacation packages and get planning! The Tanzania self-drive itineraries that we have created are stunning and full of adventure. The most popular route is the 21-day Bush to Beach, although there are many options that explore lesser-known parts of Tanzania, such as the famous Tanzania Northern Safari Circuit.

Do you really want to drive alone? After that, reserve a vehicle and have a local driver pick you up!

Added Hints and Details

Regardless of your travel budget, we have hand-picked the best hotels in Tanzania and Zanzibar for you to peruse. This comprehensive reference to Tanzania was compiled from more than a decade of travel experience and includes 24 towns, various national parks, and more than a hundred places to stay. In addition to the itineraries we’ve recommended, we’re pleased to provide you our insider secrets so that you can discover Tanzania on your own!

Before you set off on your self-drive safari in Tanzania, make sure to peruse our practical info section for answers to often asked concerns as well as details on how to plan your route.

Are there any more inquiries? Contact us at your convenience! If you are planning a self-drive safari to Tanzania, Car Rental Drives Africa is pleased to provide guidance.


We went on a 14 Day Self Drive Safari in Tanzania

Our Top Picks: Tanzania Self Drive Safari Tours, Itineraries And Road Trips

Serengeti Self-Drive Safari
Our guided self drive Serengeti safari tours will take you to the largest conservation area of open grassland and savannah in the world. The yearly wildebeest migration draws a lot of attention to this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Tanzania Self Drive: Our 4×4 Safari Vehicles

When you need a dependable, quick, and reasonably priced 4WD vehicle for your self-driving needs in Tanzania, go no farther than Car Rental Drives Africa. You are now free to begin and end your 4×4 adventure in any place you like as you traverse Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya.

Tanzanians can choose from a fleet of vehicles that are tailor-made for exploring the great outdoors. The most dependable 4×4 cars in Tanzania, the Toyota Land Cruiser and Toyota Rav4, make up our fleet. These vehicles are both extensively used.

You can count on a Toyota that has been well-maintained and is ideal for navigating the difficult backcountry roads in the area. Additionally, our Arusha office always has a spare vehicle on hand, and we provide round-the-clock roadside assistance in the extremely unlikely event of a breakdown. We also have a network of nearby workshops where we can undertake minor repairs on-site.

4PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers Canopy

Two rooftop tents, each accommodating two adults, are available for rent in a 4PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers Canopy for 270 USD/day. You can choose to drive it yourself or add a driver guide and personal chef for an additional fee. The driver will receive $50 each day, while the cook will receive $30 per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 7 Days.

4PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers
4PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers

2PAX Landcruiser with Alu Hercules Fixed Rooftop Tent

Rent a 2PAX Landcruiser with an Alu Hercules Fixed Rooftop Tent for 250 USD per day if you prefer to drive it yourself. Optional extras include a driver’s guide and a personal chef. The driver will receive $50 each day, while the cook will receive $30 per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 7 Days.

2PAX Landcruiser with Alu Hercules Fixed Rooftop Tent
2PAX Landcruiser with Alu Hercules Fixed Rooftop Tent

2PAX Landcruiser with Alu Hercules Fixed Rooftop Tent

For 250 USD per day, you may rent a 2PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers Canopy that comes with one rooftop tent and can accommodate two adults. You can choose to drive it yourself or add a driver guide and personal cook for an additional fee. The driver will receive $50 each day, while the cook will receive $30 per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 7 Days.

2PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers Canopy
2PAX Land Cruiser Double Cab Campers Canopy

2PAX Landcruiser with Tentco Rooftop Tent.

Rent a 2PAX Landcruiser with a Tentco Rooftop Tent for 230 USD/day. You can choose to drive it alone or add a driving guide and personal chef for an extra fee. The driver will receive $50 each day, while the cook will receive $30 per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 5 Days.

2PAX Landcruiser with Tentco Rooftop Tent.
2PAX Landcruiser with Tentco Rooftop Tent.

Toyota RAV 4 (3 doors)

A fully-stocked RAV 4 (3-door) is available for self-drive rental at 80 USD/day. Hiring a driver guide will set you back $50 per day plus $15 per person per day for camping gear, including a ground tent for the RAV4.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 5 Days.
Toyota RAV 4 (3 doors) will cost 90 USD/day if booked for less than a minimum of 5 Days.

Toyota RAV 4 (3 doors)
Toyota RAV 4 (3 doors)

Toyota RAV 4 (5 doors)

You may rent a fully-equipped RAV 4 (5 doors) for 100 USD/day, and if you want to add a driver and camping gear, including a ground tent, for an additional 50 USD/day, and 15 USD/person, respectively.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 5 Days.
Toyota RAV 4 (5 doors) will cost 120 USD/day if booked for less than a minimum of 5 Days.

Toyota RAV 4 (5 doors)
Toyota RAV 4 (5 doors)

Suzuki (5 doors)

Rent a Suzuki with five doors for $110 per day. You can choose to drive it yourself or hire a guide with $50 per day. Camping gear, including a ground tent, costs $15 per person per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 5 Days.
Suzuki (5 doors) will cost 130 USD/day if booked for less than a minimum of 5 Days.

Suzuki Samurai (5 doors)
Suzuki Samurai (5 doors)

4PAX Landcruiser with Pop-up Roof

Rent a 4PAX Landcruiser with a Pop-up Roof for 170 USD/day. You can choose to drive it alone or add a driving guide and personal chef for an extra fee. A driver will earn $50 per day, and a cook will get $30 per day.

Please note: This vehicle can only be available for a minimum of 5 Days.
4PAX Landcruiser with Pop-up Roof (3 doors) will cost 190 USD/day if booked for less than a minimum of 5 Days.

Landcruiser with Pop-up Roof
Landcruiser with Pop-up Roof

4×4 Tanzania Self Drive Safari

When you need a dependable, quick, and reasonably priced 4WD vehicle for your self-driving needs in East Africa, go no farther than Car Rental Drives Africa. You are now free to begin and end your 4×4 adventure in any place you like as you traverse Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya + Africa. Daring enough, Car Rental Drives Africa provides limitless kilometers together with overnight accommodations in lodges and campsites that may be pre-booked throughout East Africa (KENYA, UGANIA, RWANDA, TANZANIA + Africa). Are you aware of this? Did you know that the Gladiola team offers the services of local drivers, guides, and chefs? I think so! No matter which vehicle you choose, including the RAV4, you’ll have your own personal driver, guide, and chef for the duration of your journey.

Insurance

With Car Rental Drives Africa, you can be assured that your rental car is fully insured against fire, accidents, and other covered perils. Your medical and travel insurance will cover injuries and property, but this policy will not cover them. Customers are required to pay a non-refundable fee for insurance for each car that is provided to them.
Please refer to our terms and conditions.

Crossing the Border
Regrettably, our Landcruiser Hard Top with pop-up roof and all safari vehicles are required to be utilized inside the nation of registration due to trade barriers between Kenya and Tanzania. A tour vehicle registered in Tanzania cannot enter the Masai Mara and Samburu National Reserve. For self-drive reservations at the aforementioned Kenyan national parks, please contact Car Rental Drives Africa.

Border crossing fee and COMESA insurance
It is permissible to cross the border into the following countries: Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. Border crossing fees and camea insurance, however, will be necessary.