Car hire in Arusha, Tanzania

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These are the lowest Arusha car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Arusha?

Our data shows that October is the cheapest month to rent a car in Arusha. It’s around 166 zł per day in October, compared to the yearly average of 281 zł per day.
Cheapest month avgOctober • 166 zł
Yearly avg price281 zł

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There are 8 car hire providers in Arusha. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Arusha

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Arusha. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Arusha

Auto-Union
Europcar
G-RAFFAS CARS LIMITED

What's the most popular car to hire in Arusha?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Toyota RAV4 is the most popular car to hire in Arusha, with prices starting from 136 zł per day. The Volkswagen Polo and similar models are also popular drives in Arusha.
Toyota RAV4
Toyota RAV440% chose this
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo8% chose this
Citroen C1
Citroen C16% chose this
Jeep Renegade
Jeep Renegade6% chose this
Most popular carToyota RAV4
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Arusha's cheapest car hire providers

Auto-Union has the cheapest car hire in Arusha right now, with prices from 151 zł per day. You'll save an average of 261 zł per day when you book with them.
Auto-Unionfrom 151 zł per day
Europcarfrom 362 zł per day
G-RAFFAS CARS LIMITEDfrom 462 zł per day
Cheapest providerAuto-Union
Book with them to save around261 zł per day

Hiring a car in Arusha: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyAuto-Union
Most popular carLarge, fullsize SUV
Average daily price778 zł
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Arusha

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Arusha car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Arusha that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Arusha for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Arusha avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Arusha, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Arusha car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Arusha is 778 zł per day or 3 943 zł for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 136 zł per day for Small hire from G-RAFFAS CARS LIMITED. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 358 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 136 zł per day.
SUV
Average price: 513 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 184 zł per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 711 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 281 zł per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Arusha is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize SUV.
The cheapest car hire company in Arusha is currently Auto-Union, followed by Europcar.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Arusha is currently December.
On average, around 3 943 zł. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Arusha is 949 zł.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Arusha for a whole month is 15 576 zł. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Arusha, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Arusha that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Arusha offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Arusha, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Arusha is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Arusha is usually around 583 zł per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Arusha, which is 778 zł per day. The cheapest price we found in Arusha is 136 zł per day with G-RAFFAS CARS LIMITED for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Arusha will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Arusha. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Arusha.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 136 zł per day. The average price per day is around 358 zł.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Auto-Union, Europcar and G-RAFFAS CARS LIMITED offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Arusha, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Auto-Union
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 346 zł
Europcar
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 403 zł
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Arusha, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 2 170 zł to 7 706 zł depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Chevrolet Tahoe — averages 778 zł per day in Arusha. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Arusha right now is 176 zł per day with Auto-Union.
Luxury car hire, like the Citroen Jumpy, costs an average of 711 zł per day in Arusha. The cheapest price we could find is 281 zł per day with Europcar.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Volkswagen T-Roc, averages 289 zł per day in Arusha. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Arusha is 144 zł per day with Auto-Union.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Arusha let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 0 zł per day. The good news is that some companies like Auto-Union include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Arusha.