Car Hire Locations

Rent a Car Uganda offers rentals to various regions and destinations in Uganda. We offer a variety of well serviced cars for different occasions and purposes depending on the client’s request and budget. We have 4x4 vehicles that are of great use in rough and slippery terrain like mountainous areas, national parks and other upcountry places / villages. Whether you have a wedding function in anywhere in the country not in Uganda’s Capital city Kampala, we surely make your day colorful with our well maintained vehicles and professional drivers who knowledgeable about all the routes and destinations in Uganda. At Car Rental Uganda we have appropriate cars for solo travelers, and those on business trip even family cars are available at the most affordable rates. If you want airport transfers; we can pick you from the airport and transfer you to any destination and vice versa with our punctual drivers. We extend our car hire services to different towns in Uganda, mainly Kampala city, Jinja, Entebbe, Mbarara, National Parks, Ssese Islands, Kabale, Masindi, Kisoro, Gulu, Kasese,  Fort portal, Mbale, Masaka and many others.

HIRE A CAR IN KAMPALA

Uganda’s capital Kampala city is the largest city divided into 5 major administrative boroughs namely Kampala central, Lubaga, Makindye, Kawempe and Nakawa division with an estimated population density of over 2 million people. Kampala city got its name from a Luganda phrase “Akasozi K’empala” which means “Hill of the Impala” refereeing to the large herds of Impala that grazed on these hills before developments began from old Kampala hill at Lugard’s fort.  The city of Kampala is built on seven famous hills which are home of most of the cultural and political buildings and these include Mengo hill where the Kabaka’s palace and parliament are located, Kasubi hill where the famous cultural Kasubi tombs are situated, Namirembe hill which is home to the St Pauls Anglican Cathedral, Kibuli hill where you the Kibuli mosque (Uganda’s oldest) is located ,  Nsambya hill where the Mill hill mission headquarters can be found, Lubaga hill that is home to the largest catholic cathedral in Uganda and lastly the Old Kampala hill where Lugards fort ruins were once sheltered until the Muslim supreme council decided to contrast the Gadaffi mosque on top of the hill. Kampala city has rapidly expanded to include other hills like Nakasero hill where most administrative and big commercial organizations are situated plus Konge and Makindye hills.

Exploring Kampala city can be  quiet hectic given its size and the increasing number of communities and that’s why you need the best guide to tour Kampala city comfortably without getting lost. Rent a car in Kampala with Travel 256 and get to your destination faster in the comfort of a well serviced car and guided by a well trained chauffeur. Are you interested in a self drive tour in Kampala city? You have come to the right place to find the best car rental deals and exceptional customer care service at affordable rates. Whether you are exploring the city or headed up-country for a weekend getaway, Car Rent a Car Uganda should be your first choice.
If you’re visiting the city center or any other destination in and around the city, we help you find your way. Just check out our fleet of vehicles and let us know what car you want and the duration you would like to be with it. Send your inquiry to info@rentacaruganda.com or call us on +256-701367970

HIRE A CAR IN JINJA

Jinja town is Uganda’s second busiest centre located in eastern part of the country about 80 kilometers by road from Kampala strategically close to the source of the Nile; world’s longest river. Jinja is referred to as the Adventure Capital of East Africa due to the trilling adventurous activities in the area. Jinja was once a small fishing village whose economy grew rapidly thanks to their involvement in the legendary long distance trade. The name ‘Jinja’ in local Luganda & Lusoga language means a “Rock”  symbolizing the large flat rocks that lay near the rippon falls allowing people to cross on small boats. Adventure seekers, holiday makers, students as well as business travelers and researchers flock Jinja most notably during the sunny days to enjoy the wide range of activities and attractions the place has to offer. Most popular activities include extreme water sports like white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, jet boat and land sports like quad biking, cycling, horseback riding, canoeing, sugar plantations, nature walks, community visits among others.

Do you want to rent a car in Jinja? You have come to the right place. Travel 256 offers most affordable and cheap car hire services in Jinja giving you a well serviced car with local chauffeur guide that knows all every detail about Jinja routes and where particular attractions can be found.
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HIRE A CAR IN ENTEBBE

Entebbe town is Uganda’s main gateway for most of visitors arriving and departing the Pearl of Africa at Entebbe International Airport strategically located on close to Lake Victoria; Africa’s largest lake. The word “Entebbe” in local language means “Chair” which symbolizes the once colonial power seat or administrative center of the British and Buganda Chiefs is now the home of the Presidential State House.  Tourist attractions in Entebbe town include Lake Victoria, Uganda Wildlife Education Center (zoo), Botanical gardens, Kasenyi fishing village, Reptiles village and the Kigungu cultural site where the first catholic missionaries landed to spread Christianity in Uganda.

Entebbe is located just 38 km from Kampala which is about 55 minutes drive from the center if you don’t get caught up in traffic jam.  If you want to rent a car in Entebbe town or need an airport transfer (pick-up or drop-off)?   Rent a Car Uganda can help you with cheap car hire services in Uganda making sure you get a car of your choice at a rate that fits your budget, needs and given time frame. And hire a car securely online. You can check our fleet and choose a car you would like to hire and then get back to us  on +256-701367970.

HIRE A CAR IN MBARARA

Mbarara district is the largest urban center and main business capital of Western Uganda, a region commonly referred to as “the land of milk and honey”. Mbarara is found about 290km southwest of Uganda’s capital Kampala by road about 4 hour drive. Mbarara town one of the biggest and fastest growing towns in Uganda has well developed infrastructure which coupled with the vast tourist attractions in the region make it a tourist and viable investment destination.

Mabarara district is bordered by a number of other districts like Kiruhura district in the east, Isingiro in the southwest, Ibanda district in the north, Ntungamo district in the southwest, Buhweju in the northwest and Sheema district to the west. It’s part of the Ankole sub region and it’s estimated to have a population of about 445600 people. The economy of Mbarara is characterized by agriculture with crops like matooke, Irish potatoes and livestock like large herds of cattle, and goats among others being reared.
Attractions around Mbarara town.

The Western region of Uganda is blessed with an array of beautiful natural sceneries ranging from the undulating relief, to the green vegetation cover which harbors a lot of game and various plant species. The region also has fascinating water bodies, one prominent one being the Kitagata hot springs whose waters are believed to heal various diseases.

As result of these attractions, the region has four of the national parks in Uganda which can be accessed from Mbarara town within minutes and some a few hours drive. These include:

Lake Mburo National Park

This is found within Mbarara district and is only a thirty five minutes (35) drive from Mbarara town. Game viewing is the main tourist activity in Lake Mburo National Park due to its biodiversity. It has about 68 different species of mammals the most notable ones being Zebras, Impala, Buffalo, Topi and Eland. Antelopes, Leopards, Hyenas and Jackals are also there but not as common.

Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park boast of one of the highest biodiversity ratings of any game reserve in the world. There is almost 100 mammal species and 606 bird species. The park has a variety of game ranging from the Uganda kob, Hippos, tree-climbing Lions , Chimpanzees among others. Queen Elizabeth National Park is within a 1 and half hours drive from Mbarara town.

Lake Bunyonyi
Lake Bunyonyi in Kabale district is the deepest lake in Uganda and the second deepest in Africa. The term "Bunyonyi" literally means birds, which signifies the presence of several bird species on the islands of Lake Bunyonyi. With the beautiful scenery created by the islands of Lake Bunyonyi, it makes an experience in this place one of the best experiences in life. Lake Bunyonyi is approximately a 2 hours drive from Mbarara town.

Mgahinga National Park
Mgahinga National Park is located 10 km south of Kisoro in Kisoro district. It is approximately a 3 hours drive from Mbarara town. Mgahinga National Park is one of the main habitats of mountain gorillas in Uganda making it one of the most viable places for gorilla tracking.

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HIRE A CAR TO ALL NATIONAL PARKS

Uganda is located in the Eastern part of Africa and its one of the countries that makeup East Africa. It is a country gifted by nature with people from over 85 different ethnic groups among these is non nationals. Uganda is a very hospitable country with a favorable climate throughout the year that it favors people from all walks of life and climate and its one of the few countries in the world crossed by the EQUATOR.

Uganda, the “Pearl of Africa”, has ten national parks displaying the best of East Africa. Their Rift Valley landscapes and tropical forests make dramatic backdrops to an extensive variety of flora and fauna. Managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the parks offer ‘traditional’ savanna safaris along with boat tours, forest hikes, mountain climbing and wildlife research activities. Uganda is unrivaled on the continent as a bird watching destination with over 1,000 species of birds several of which are found nowhere else on the planet. It is also home to 13 types of primates including over half of the world’s Endangered Mountain Gorillas of Bwindi; and our closest relative the chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park. Explore the wild Kidepo Valley with a variety of wildlife; Murchison Falls Park also hosts four of the big five mammals with no rhinos among the numerous wildlife, view the world’s most powerful Murchison falls, a boat cruise to the bottom of the Nile best for bird watching and viewing the shore residents such as hippos and Nile Crocodiles; spot Queen Elizabeth’s tree-climbing lions and four of the big five with the exception of the rhino making it a full package of amazing wild life; hike the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains; trek up the Virunga Volcanoes; take on Bwindi’s Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park to track the Mountain Gorillas; learn ancient tribal traditions of the Batwa indigenous residents in Uganda and crafts or just relax at your lodge surrounded by the wonderful sights and sounds of Africa’s most hospitable destination. Other national parks include Semiliki, Lake Mburo and Mountain Elgon national parks which are home to the amazing wildlife that leave lifetime amazing memorable experience to the visitors.

Efforts have been made by the government to reserve some places for the wildlife protection from the threats and dangers surrounding them like poaching. Some of wildlife reserves in Uganda include; Budongo forest reserve, Katonga wildlife reserve, Semiliki wildlife reserve, Mabira forest, Kalinzu forest reserve, Pian Upe wildlife reserve among others. All these host different wildlife - amazing and pleasant to visit once in a wild. It’s a whole lot of adventure found on a trip to Uganda, the pearl of Africa.

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EXPLORE THE SSESE ISANDS

The Ssese Islands are an archipelago of eighty-four islands in the northwest of Lake Victoria, Uganda and they have a common boundary with the Kalangala district in southern central Uganda which has no territory on the main land. The northwestern corner of Lake Victoria; the largest water lake in Africa, is occupied by these islands and about forty-three of the islands are inhabited. Among all these islands, the largest is Bugala Island with its largest town called Kalangala which serves as the headquarters of Kalangala district that carries its name. The islands vary in size from less than 10,000 square metres, to over 40 kilometres in length for the largest island, Bugala.

The Ssese islands are divided in two main groups with the Bugala group in the southwest with which Bugala island, the largest in the group is named after. The northeastern group can be referred to as the Koome group after Koome Island which is also the largest in the group. These two groups are separated by Koome channel. These islands are inhabited by the Bantu speaking Bassese tribe who are mainly rely on fishing and canoe making as source of employment and food.

The first inhabitants of these islands were once described as the principal canoe builders and the greater number of the sailors of Mutesa’s empire by Henry Morton Stanley. Fishing of the huge Nile perch is the main activity on these islands with much of the catch being exported. Other activities include agriculture, tourism and forestry. Livestock farming is widely practiced on these islands with about 250000 poultry like chicken, turkey and ducks, 7000pigs, 3000cattle and 1235 goats. On this island, 15000ha of palm oil plantations is owned by a private palm oil processor based in Jinja district called BIDCO. This plant began generating 1.5MW of electricity in 2014 through burning Bagasse and some of the oil. The power supplies the oil processing plant and the excess is sold to Kalangala , the islands largest town.

BUGALA ISLAND
This is the 2nd largest island after Ukerewe Island on Lake Victoria and its 275sq.kms with its chief town being Kalangala. This island is the best developed for tourism and it’s connected to the main land by a regular motor ferry with many accommodation sites to suite all classes of people and comfort. Luku is one of the most important landmarks on this island. It’s a small village on the western extreme of the island where motor ferry from the main land docks and its connected to Kalangala with a good dirty road. Other islands that make up Bugala include Bugaba, Bukasa, Bubeke, Bufumira, Serinya, Funve and Buvova.

KALANGALA ISLAND
Kalangala  is found at about 51km across water, southwest of Entebbe in Wakiso district on the Ugandan mainland. It’s one of the famous islands among the 58 and it has one of its best accommodation sites, Brovard sands lodge. Kalangala is accessed majorly by two ferries one in Masaka and the other from Entebbe at Nakiwogo landing site all heading to Ssese islands. This island can also be accessed by a speed boat that takes about one hour with the ferry taking about three hours.

KOOME ISLANDS
In the northwestern part of Lake Victoria in Mukono district, central Uganda we find the Koome island which is the largest in the northeastern group. Koome is about 63km by water northeast of Kalangala and 35km southeast of Entebbe by water. Bugombe is the largest urban area on this island and it’s found on the northwestern shore of the island with Koome health center III providing health services to the residents. The main economic activity on Koome Island is fishing and the Nile perch is the primary fish species commonly got. Most of the catch is exported to the mainland for sell. Other activities carried out by the residents include both crop and animal husbandry with animals like cows, goats, pigs and sheep being reared. Tourism is also a main activity on the island. Other islands that make up Koome Island include Luwaji, Damba, Kavaya, Ngamba-chimpanzee Island and Bulago Island among others.
Basically, these are some of the famous islands among the 58 islands that make up Ssese islands.

HIRE A CAR IN KABALE

In the western part of Uganda we find Kabale district of the Kigezi sub region and it’s about 420km southwest of Kampala City the Capital of Uganda by road. Kabale is blessed with health facilities like Kabale Referral hospital, financial service providers like National Social Secutrity Fund, Crane Bank, Post Bank, Stanbic Bank among others. Education faculties like Kabale University among others provide quality education to the population.
Kabale has many areas that could be of great interest to visitors. These include the cultural and historical sites of National significance like the Kigwara Cultural site believed to be the home of Bunyoro cultural music, Kihumuro cultural site the tomb of Duhaga, one of Bunyoros early kings among others.  This district is also famous for having the largest number of caves and scenic rocks among all districts in Uganda. Coupled with the forest vegetation are caves and rocky areas, these are a home to various bird species, ideal conditions for cave explorations and birding. There are more to be done in these areas as pleases the visitors as long as they are not harmful to the natural habitats. These caves also appear to have provided shelter and protection during the tribal wars as characterized by old stony findings.

EXPLORE MASINDI

Masindi district is located in western Uganda at about 220 km from Kampala city  by road and the journey will take around 3-5 hours depending on traffic, especially around and in Kampala. Masindi is bordered by Kiryandongo district in the east, Nakaseke and Nakasongola district in the southeast, Nwoya in the north, Kyankwanzi in the south, Bulisa district to the northwest and Hoima district to the south west. Masindi district occupies an area of about 9326sq.km, comparatively dry but fertile enough to support agriculture with most of the residents both rural and poor.  Agriculture is the main activity in this area; crops like matooke, cassava, potatoes, coffee, and cotton among others are grown.  Other economic and domestic  activities carried out in Masindi include, fishing in the rivers and lakes like lake Albert, fish farming with over 250 Ponds in the district, bee keeping with tourism are steadily increasing.

The various tourist sites that attract visitors in and around Masindi include, the Murchison falls national park with more than 50% located in Masindi - south of the Victoria Nile with the falls inside the park. Murchison Falls harbors numerous species of mammals, birds, primates that attract visitors to the district. Budongo forest reserve is also located approximately 40km by road west of Masindi on the Masindi-Butiaba road harboring primates and other wildlife. Butiaba port located about 54.5km west of Masindi by road on the Lake Albert shores and the Bugungu wildlife reserve near port Butiaba. All these attract visitors to the district. Accommodation is also widely available in the district to offer services to the tourist.

HIRE A CAR IN KISORO

Kisoro district is found in the western part of Uganda and it’s bordered by Kabale district in the east, Rwanda in the south, Kanungu district in the north, DRC in the west. Kisoro town is approximately 45km by road west of Kabale and 460km by road southwest of Kampala, the capital city of Uganda. About 3.88% of this district is covered n water, 2.95% in wetlands and 0.96%is covered in natural forestry. Kisoro is a mountainous and hilly district raising an average of 1980m above sea level. Kisoro district was first known as Bufumbira County and was part of Kabale district. It has 13 sub counties and four parliamentary constituencies; Bufumbira south, east, north and Bufumbira Women’s representatives.
Like most districts in the country, agriculture is the backbone of Kisoro's economy. Crops like sorghum, sweat potatoes, Irish potatoes and maize among others are grown in this district. Residents also keep livestock on a subsistence level with a few having large cattle farms. Kisoro district is blessed with tourist’s sites that have led to its development like Mgahinga gorilla national park. This park is a home to primates like mount gorillas, and also covers three of the eight Virunga volcanoes; Muhabura, Sabyinyo,and Gahinga all of which lie on the Uganda Rwanda border. One of the countries famous national parks is found in this district. Bwindi impenetrable forest National Park which is famous for the mountain gorillas.

Whether you want a self drive or guided trip to Bwindi , Mgahinga , we got you covered.

HIRE A CAR IN GULU

Gulu is a small town located in northern Uganda and is Gulu district's major administrative and commercial center. Situated about 340 kilometers from Kampala, Gulu is a destination still recovering from the scars left by the LRA rebels during their attacks from 1986 to 2012 when joint military forces of Uganda & United States of America forced them out of northern Uganda into south Sudan. Today Gulu town is a peaceful and developed destination with good communication systems, hotels, secondary schools, a university , good transport and road system and a diverse range of Luo tribes that attract thousands of tourists from within and outside Uganda.
Major attractions in Gulu include the Gulu airport which is the second largest aiport in Uganda , Peace war memorial stadium which is home of the Gulu United FC , Gulu central market and Acholi homeland. Gulu town is used as base for tourists interested in game viewing in the Murchison falls national park, Uganda's largest conservation area.

Getting there- Driving to Gulu lasts between 4- 5 hours depending on the routes you take, you can use the Masindi- Kampala road and then connect to the Bobi-Masindi road taking you directly to Gulu. Another road is the Acholibur- Gulu- Olwiyo road which connects Mbale to Gulu and Oliwyo towns.

HIRE A CAR IN KASESE

Kasese district is found in the western part of Uganda and it’s located along the Equator. This district is bordered by Kamwenge District in the east, Kabarole District in the north, DRC in the west and Ruburizi District in the south. Kasese is located approximatley 359km by road west of Kampala, the Capital of Uganda. It’s a multi ethnic district with people of different cultures like the Batooro and Bakonjo.

Kasese district is also into agriculture like most of the districts in Uganda. Crops like millet, cassava, coffee among others are cultivated here.  Kasese is also hosts part of the Rwenzururu Kingdom which is conterminus with the Rwenzururu sub region and this sub region consists of Bundibugyo District, Ntoroko District and Kasese District as well.

885square kilometers of Queen Elizabeth National Park and 652square kilometers of the Rwenzori Mountains National Park are found in Kasese. These Parks are a home to many mammals like elephants, lions, bufalos, warthogs and many more. Numerous bird spieces and primates like the colobus monkeys, red and black monkeys plus others are harbored in these parks. This therefore makes Kasese District ideal for tourism and wildlife adventures.

HIRE A CAR IN FORTPORTAL

Fort Portal is found in western Uganda and is the seat of both Tooro Kingdom and Kabarole District. This district is located approximately 320km by road west of Kampala, the Capital City of Uganda. This District is named after its biggest town which got its name from a British Special Commissioner, Sir Gerald Portal whose statue graces the main road of the town.
This district has many areas of interest like the Palace of the Omukama of Toro plus also situated between the Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park and the Rwenzori mountains is an important market town with several crater lakes and the Semiliki valley lying near it. This district also has developed economically with healthy services like , the gerrad Poratl monument, Fortportal regional referral hospital, church of Uganda and mosques for religious purposes,  mountain of the moon university. These offer education to the society. Financial services from banks like National Social Security Fund, crane bank and others also available to offer financial help and services. This thereby makes Fortportal one of the great destinations in the country.

HIRE A CAR IN MBALE

Mbale district is located northeast of Uganda and it is 245km by road from Kampala city and its coordinates are 1°04'50.0"N, 34°10'30.0"E (Latitude:1.080556; Longitude:34.175000). Mbale also lies on the rail from Tororo to Pakwach.
It also has numerous areas of interest like Mountan Elgon one of the oldest extinct volcanoes in East Africa being one of its major attractions, Mount Elgon national park which hosts numerous flora and fauna, over 257 bird species. The three famous Sipi falls, public facilities like the central market and municipal stadium. The famous Imbalu ceremony by the Bamasaaba people that’s an initiation ceremony of the young men from being boys to full grown me also makes Mbale stand out from other destinations in the country.
It takes about 4hours to travel from Kampala city to Mbale district, a distance of 225.9km. The road to Mbale is tarmac and it runs through districts like Jinja, Iganga and Budaka. Mbale has  14sub counties,  48 parishes and 65villages.

HIRE A CAR IN MENGO

Mengo is found in Kampala district on one of its hills in Lubaga division. It’s bordered by Nsambya hill to the east, old Kampala to the north, Lubaga hill to the west, Kibuye to the southeast, Namirembe hill to the north and Ndeeba to the south. It lies approximate 2.5km by road directly south of the central business center of Kampala. The peak of Mengo hill is 12210m asl.  On Mengo hill is where the main palace commonly known as Lubiri of the Kabaka of the Buganda kingdom, a monarchy that dates back to 800 year is found. This Lubiri is 4 square miles (10km) and is ringed by a 6 ft brick fence with a small air strip inside
 The word 'Mengo' is a Luganda word for Grinding stone. Legend has it that the ancient communities from Ssese islands who settled here used these stones to grind there food. Mengo hill is also joined with the adjacent Namirembe hill, the seat of the Anglican church of Uganda because of the monarchy’s close association with the Church of England. Bulange which houses the offices of the Kabaka and the Lukkiko (Buganda’s parliament) is located at the base of the Namirembe hill. In Mengo we find various other tourists site apart from the Buganda kingdom, we have Mengo hospital, a 300 bed hospital affiliated by the church of Uganda, the joint research clinic, the buildings of the Uganda Supreme Court, the Uganda museum and many more.

HIRE A CAR IN MASAKA

In the central part of Uganda we find Masaka district which is estimated to have a population of 251,600. Masaka is bordered by Kalungu district in the north, Rakai district in the south west, Kalangala district in the south and east, Bukomansimbi district in the northwest and Lwengo district to the west. It is located approximately 140km southwest of Kampala city by road on the highway to Mbarara district. This district has a rich cultural heritage with a diversity of ethnicities with the majority of people being the Baganda, Banyoro, Banyankore and Banyarwanda with most of the tribes practicing the Buganda culture. Agriculture is also mainly practiced here with crops like Matooke, cassava, pineapples among others being cultivated.
Masaka district has many areas of interest to the visitors like the Nabugabo sand beach which is located 23km from the town. It’s popular for hosting activities like canoe races, beach volleyball and football. Crafting is also popular in this district as many shops have been set up to make and sell craft items to the people. Community tourism in this district also gives visitors a feel of the environment with the market walks, community trails and the great nature walk on the hilly terrain covered in green cover. The Bukakata landing site is also one of the areas of interest in this district as it’s a gate way to the tourist hub of Kalangala and areas of Lake Victoria. With the increasing number of tourists in this area, service infrastructures like hotels, lodges and craft shops have been set up to provide services.

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