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Kigali Airport Car Hire 4x4WD Car Rental Rwanda Rent A Car

January 16, 2012
Kigali Airport car hire, Rwanda4x4 4wd Rental

A large collection of cars are available for hire in Kigali on self drive unlimited mileage.

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Our selection of cars for hire in Kigali Rwanda is wide with the latest of SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) also called Off-road cars  like Toyota Rav4, Toyota Land Cruiser, Pajero i/o, Honda CRV , Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Prado, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan X trail, Hilux double cabin pick ups.  In addition we have custom made safari land cruisers and mini vans for safari.

Rwanda Self Drive:

Self drive is the best car hire option available for you. Self drive car hire offers you lots of flexibility and privacy. Cross border self drive is available between Rwanda and Uganda.  To cross other borders you will need a driver.

Self Drive Car Hire Rates on unlimited Mileage basis

  • Toyota Prado USD 180 per day
  • Toyota Rav4 USD 120 per day
  • Saloon Cars USD 80 per day

Car hire rates are inclusive of Vat and comprehensive insurance.

Car Hire Rates for Safari Cars with drivers and fuel

  • Safari land cruiser USD 250 per day
  • Safari mini van USD 220 per day

To Hire Cars Contact Gorilla Safaris Rwanda Email: rnxploresafaris@gmail.com / info@gorillasafarisrwanda.com , Tel +254723684974

Cross border rates

Cross border car hire is avaible between Rwanda and Uganda on self drive or with driver.  All other countries with driver.   Rates are available on request.

Car Hire requirements:

  1. The driver must be at least 23 years of age and be in possession Copies of  valid indentification documents- driving license plus other identification documents.
  2. Deposit:-Confirmed bookings must be secured by a deposit of part of the rental amount.

Why Hire From Us?

  • Fun: Car hire is fun.
  • Guarantee daily rate. Our daily rental price is all inclusive.  WE HAVE NO HIDDEN CHARGES.   Quoted prices are inclusive of all government taxes.
  • NO DROP OFF CHARGES.  We won’t charge extra for pick up at Nairobi city hotels and drop off at the Jomo Kenyatta or Wilson airports vis a vis.
  • Unlimited Mileage-This gives opportunities of unlimited discovery at no extra cost.
  • Safety And Security-When you hire a car with us, you have guarantee of a car which is well serviced in sound working condition.
  • Peace Of Mind -All cars come with comprehensive insurance thus you are assured that in case of collision and damage to third party you are covered.  However please keep to the speed limits as you are not guaranteed of survival in the event of crash.  Comprehensive cover takes care of passengers in the car but not the driver.
  • Continuity– in the event of major breakdowns, your car will be replaced in the shortest time possible.  All you have to do is call our office and let us know what is wrong with the car.  If the car can be repaired, you can carry out the repair after informing the office.  The time taken to replace your car will depend on how far you are from the nearest rental location.
  • Flexibility– You can change your rental plan in the middle of the rental. You can pro-long your rental by calling and informing the office.
  • One Way Rental/ Rent Here Leave It there:

Our car rental locations in East Africa  Kigali Gisenyi, Cyangugu, Kibuye( Rwanda)  Nairobi City Centre Office, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Coded NBO or JKIA), Mombasa TownMoi Airport Mombasa (MBA), Malindi Airport (MYD), Kisumu, Nakuru, Nanyuki (Kenya),  Kampala , Jinja and Entebbe (Uganda),  Bujumbura (Burundi) Dares salaam, Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR), Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), Arusha ( Tanzania) and Zanzibar.

4×4 Car Hire Kigali Airport | 4WD Car Re

September 26, 2011

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Car Hire Prices in Kigali Rwanda

  • All Salon Cars Self Drive USD 75; With Driver USD 95 per day
  • Toyota Rav4 Self Drive USD 120; With Driver USD 140 per day
  • Toyota Prado Self Drive USD 180; With Driver USD 190 per day
  • Safari Landcruiser USD 240 with driver and fuel per day

To Book Contact Gorilla Safaris Rwanda site http://gorillasafarisrwanda.com

Email: rnxploresafaris@gmail.com

Why Rent Car with us?

  • Unlimited Mileage-All cars are rented on unlimited mileage basis. That means you are free to travel in any part of the country at no extra cost. This gives opportunities of unlimited discovery.
  • Safety And Security-When you hire a car with us, you have guarantee of a car which is well serviced in in sound working condition. Every rental car is subjected to thorough check to ensure that tyres are of the right trend, all electronics including car alarm, tracking and central locking system are working. We ensure that he lights are perfectly set and working. We make sure that the breaks are perfect and all fluids-oil, transmission and break are at the right level. All rental cars come with spare wheel.
  • Peace Of Mind -All cars come with comprehensive insurance thus you are assured that in case of collision and damage to third party you are covered. However please keep to the speed limits as you are not guaranteed of survival in the event of crash. Comprehensive cover takes care of passengers in the car but not the driver.
  • Continuity– in the event of major breakdowns, your car will be replaced in the shortest time possible. All you have to do is call our office and let us know what is wrong with the car. If the car can be repaired, you can carry out the repair after informing the office. The time taken to replace your car will depend on how far you are from the nearest rental location.
  • Flexibility– You can change your rental plan in the middle of the rental. You can pro-long your rental by calling and informing the office.
  • One Way Rental/ Rent Here Leave It there: Flexibility is also exhibited as regards pick up and drop off. You can rent in Nairobi and drop off your car in Mombasa, Malindi or pick from airport and return in the hotels. You can pick the car at Jomo Kenyatta Airport and dropp it in the hotels.

Car Hire 4x4 Kigali Airport

Car Hire 4×4 Kigali Airport

Our car Hire Services / Car Rental locations include-Nairobi City Centre Office, Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Coded NBO or JKIA) serving the whole of the country and Nairobi. Other locations in Kenya include, Mombasa Town, Moi Airport Mombasa (MBA), Malindi Airport (MYD), Kisumu, Nakuru, Nanyuki. They open from 08:00to 18:00 hrs from Monday to Saturday. Rental Cars can be returned at the point of pick up, at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) or at the hotels in Nairobi, Mombasa or Malindi. In the rest of East Africa rental locations (locations des voiture) are Kigali (Rwanda), Kampala , Jinja and Entebbe (Uganda), Bujumbura (Burundi) Dares salaam, Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR), Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO), Arusha ( Tanzania) and Zanzibar.

Gorilla Tracking Rwanda Trekking Accommodation Lodges And hotels

May 3, 2010

Getting from Kigali to Ruhengeri and Kinigi

Gorilla tracking, hiking and tracking safaris in Rwanda starts from Kinigi in Musanze (former Ruhengeri) province.  Tracking takes in Volcanoes National Park(Parc des volcans).  Every morning at 07:00Hrs, all trekking participants are briefed on dos, don’ts and other hiking regulations at Kinigi Park headquarters.

The drive from Kigali to Ruhengeri will take about 1 hour.  From Ruhengeri (Musanze) town to Kinigi, the base of gorilla tracking is about 30-45 minutes.   The drive from Kigali to Ruhengeri takes you through beautifully terraced hilly country side with lots of photography opportunities.  Inclusive of photo stops, it might take you even 2 hours to drive from Kigali to Kinigi. Every

An alternative to driving from Kigali is using an helicopter/ charter flight to Ruhengeri Airstrip and driving to Kinigi by car.  You will need advance  arrangements with the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority.

Accommodation While on  Gorilla Tracking And Trekking Safaris

Accommodation is available at Kinigi or at Ruhengeri(Musanze). Accommodation can be categorized into three depending on the price you pay and the level of comfort-Luxury, Budget and Mid range.

Three luxury properties for your stay while tracking are, Sabyinyo Silverback Community Lodge, Virunga Luxury Lodge and Jack Hanna’s House.  The best in terms of proximity to gorilla tracking is Silverback.  Virunga Luxury Lodge enjoys an enviable location on top of a hill with undisturbed vistas of Virungas and the surrounding areas.

Kinigi Guest House

Kinigi Guest house is the oldest property at Volcanes.  The rooms though basic are clean.  They provide accommodation and meals.  Do not expect comfort in this property.

Gorilla Nest Lodge/ Hotel

Gorilla Nest Lodge is medium property located inside a eucalyptus forest.  The tall trees though beautiful have blocked the beautiful views and they tend to make the place more cold. Hotel facilities include parking, restaurant, bar and laundry.  They also have a mini golf course.  They have permanent electricity.  Due to cold weather, they have several fire places outside, though fire is rarely lit in these areas.  However fire is always available in the restaurant and bar area at night. To keep the cold away, the property provides extra blankets in the rooms.  More are available on request.  Food is local served in buffet style.

Basic rooms are clean with tiled floors and private showers with an electric.  The facility also has family or superior rooms with sitting area and two bedrooms.

In some of the nights, Gorilla Nest organizes Intore, the local Barret to entertain guests.  If you feel you cannot stick to your seat, you are free to join the dancers.

Jack Hanna’s House

This is a private house booked through Gorilla Nest when the owner is not around.  The house has two bedrooms and a kitchen with panoramic views of Virungas and the min golf course.  Booking the house include staff.

Sabyinyo Community/ Silver Back Lodge

Sabyinyo Lodge comprises of the main building with reception, sitting room with snug area, dining room, library, and a responsible tourism / community awareness room, shop and bathrooms. Three large fireplaces provide warmth.

Accommodation at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge comprises five double cottages, two suites and one family suite. All are stone buildings with Rwandese terracotta tile roofs, and feature large sitting areas, fireplaces, stylish en-suite bathrooms finished with Venetian plaster a dressing room and a sheltered veranda. Heat exchangers in the fireplaces provide a plentiful supply of hot water.  The family suite has a second bedroom with en-suite bathroom.

Virunga Volcanoes Luxury Lodge

Located on hilltop between Lakes Burela and Ruhondo, the Virunga Luxury Lodge is the unrivaled destination for landscape lovers.  From the lodge, one enjoys specular views of Virunga Mountains, and the surrounding.  The lodge has a total of  8 bandas constructed of local material. Being on a hilltop, water has to be brought in.  The rooms have bush showers and lighting is by lantern lamps.

The main building has a fire place and a bar.

From the lodge, its is 45 minutes drive to the park headquarters.

Besides these facilities, one can get accommodation at the hotels in Ruhengeri/ Musanze.

To book any of the facility contact R&N Xplorer Africa Safaris , Email: rnxploresafaris@gmail.com

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