
Merry 4×4 Car Hire
Our core business is car rental. We’re a car hire company at heart. We exist primarily to provide self-drive and with driver car hire in East Africa, West Africa and Southern Africa.


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We also provide majorly with driver car rental in Ethiopia, South Sudan, Ghana, Ivory Coast and Senegal.
We operate self-drive 4×4 car rental in Kigali, Kampala, Nairobi, Mombasa, Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Dar es salaam, Entebbe, Maun Lilongwe and Blantyre. Our major with driver 4×4 car hire stations are Accra, Addis Ababa, Lusaka, Abidjan, Juba and Dakar.
We offer a range of 4×4 rental car hire options across the African countries and cities where we operate to suit your budget and trip objectives. We have fleets of the legendary and reliable Toyota Rav4 a fulltime 4×4 in Kigali, Kampala, Entebbe, Nairobi, Mombasa, Accra, Arusha, Dar es salaam and Kilimanjaro. For most safari destinations where rugged sturdy 4x4s are required, we own and deploy the more resilient Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 hardtops model 78/79 with fleets based in Juba, Kampala, Dar es salaam Nairobi, Entebbe, Kigali, Addis Ababa, Lilongwe, Blantyre, Kilimanjaro, Arusha and Maun. In most of Southern Africa, the Toyota Hilux double cab, Isuzu DMax and Ford Ranger 4×4 double cabs are preferred camping safari vehicles and the predominant vehicles of choice in Maun, Kasane, Lusaka, Lilongwe and Blantyre.
In all our 4×4 car rental locations, we provide a range of vehicle options under the standard conditions below and add-on products
- Rooftoptents & camping gear for rentals in Kigali, Entebbe, Kampala, Nairobi, Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Dar es salaam, Mombasa, Lilongwe, Blantyre, Maun and Kasane.
- Unlimited mileage for all destinations, including Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Ghana, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast, South Sudan, Senegal.
- Airport pickup/drop‑off at all locations and destinations.
- Purchase of gorilla permits, chimpanzee permits, golden monkey permits etc.
- Cross-border Rwanda-Uganda-Kenya-Tanzania in any order. Kigali to Entebbe and Entebbe to Kigali, between Nairobi and Arusha, Dar es salaam and Arusha/Kilimanjaro, Juba and Kampala, Kigali and Dar es salaam/Arusha, Lilongwe-Lusaka Zambia, Lusaka to Lilongwe/Blantyre, Accra Ghana to Togo, Dakar Senegal to The Gambia, Abidjan Ivory Coast to Accra Ghana. The only country where we don’t offer cross border rental options is Ethiopia as we don’t operate in Somali land .
4×4 car hire in Entebbe for self-drive holidays in Uganda. Hire a 4×4 rental vehicle from Entebbe airport and explore Uganda, the pearl of Africa at your own pace. If you’re anxious about self-driving in Uganda, we offer professional English speaking driver guides at US$40 per day to cover their charges, meals and accommodation. We have some of the most competitive 4×4 car hire rates for 4×4 car hires from Entebbe and 4×4 self-drive car rentals in Kampala.
Contact us for;
- Fully ‑equipped for camping safari vehicles in Entebbe, Kampala, Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Dar es salaam Nairobi, Lilongwe, Blantyre, Maun, Kasane and Mombasa. 4×4 vehicles suitable for both challenging destinations and off‑road travel to some of Africa’s most remote off-the beaten track locations.
- Options for Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, 4×4 self‑drive or driver‑guided rentals
- Safari‑ready camping options including (rooftop tents, camping gear, fridges long‑range fuel tanks)
- Convenient pickup in Dar es salaam and drop off in Arusha/Kilimanjaro. Pick up in Lilongwe and drop off in Blantyre, from Kigali and drop off in Entebbe, from Nairobi and end the 4×4 car rental in Arusha, from Lusaka and end in Lilongwe etc.

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4×4 car Rental Requirements
- A valid driver’s license
- A passport or national ID for identification.
- A credit card for deposit and payment.
- Minimum age of 21.
Our 4×4 car Rental prices in all locations vary depending on:
- Vehicle type – SUVs, Compact SUVs, Toyota Land Cruisers, Extended 7 seater safari Land Cruisers 4x4s, fully equipped 4×4 camper Land Cruisers.
- Rental duration – hires that exceed 14 days often come with discounted daily rates.
- Season – Prices may rise during peak tourist months (July–September, December–January).
- Extras – GPS, child seats, and camping gear including rooftop tents add to the cost.
Driving in Africa: What to Expect
- Traffic – Most African cities and renowned for heavy congestion, especially during rush hours. You’ll need to drive through or on the outskirts of the major cities including in Kampala, Dar es salaam, Nairobi, Accra, Addis Ababa and Abidjan. Plan you travels accordingly, factoring it heavy traffic congestion especially during the early morning and early evening.
- Road Conditions – Main roads are generally good, but some upcountry roads and national parks roads may be tough and challenging.
- Speed Limits – Usually 50 km/h in urban areas and 80–100 km/h on highways.
- Traffic Police Checkpoints – Common; always carry your driver’s license and car rental documents.
Tips for Getting the Best 4×4 Car rental experience from us.
- Book Early – Especially during peak rental months of July and August.
- Ask us for available vehicle types – pricing depends on vehicle type and rental duration.
- No Hidden Fees – We offer unlimited mileage, our rates are exclusive of fuel, and we offer comprehensive insurance coverage with a deductible/excess for most vehicle types.
- Inspect the Vehicle – Take photos before driving off to avoid disputes.
- We offer Long-Term Rental discounts – Ask us for long term rental discounts for weekly or monthly hires.
- Pay any traffic fines incurred when turning over the vehicle.


