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Suzuki Alto
or similar Mini
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$25.41
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
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Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
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Toyota Axio
or similar Compact
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
3
A/C
5
$27.76
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Premio
or similar Intermediate
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$29.23
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Rush
or similar Compact SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$32.76
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Belta
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$26.24
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Vitz
or similar Economy
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$27.09
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Fielder
or similar Compact Estate/Wagon
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$28.58
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Standard
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
4
$30.74
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
2
A/C
5
$35.37
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Nissan Vanette
or similar Compact Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
2
A/C
5
$38.57
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Noah
or similar Intermediate Van
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
6
3
A/C
5
$41.21
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
4
A/C
5
$86.01
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Mitsubishi Pajero
or similar Full-size SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
5
3
A/C
5
$86.01
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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Suzuki Jimny
or similar Economy SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
2
1
A/C
3
$103.16
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
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Toyota Hilux
or similar Full-size Extended Cab Pickup
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Automatic
4
4
A/C
4
$164.42
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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4x4
This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
Free additional driver
Toyota Land Cruiser
or similar Luxury SUV
What does "or similar" mean?
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.
Manual
5
3
A/C
5
$180.15
per day
Free cancellation
6.6
Acceptable
Rental office
Pick-up information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
NBAA House- 2,3,4 Block A, Bibi titi Road (opposite Hindu Mandal School)
Drop-off information
Downtown
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 17:28 on 16/03/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 13 locations near Dar es Salaam (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Car rental statistics
- Top supplier in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
TZS
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+255
Average car rental price
$77 per day
Average car rental length
6 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
or
31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 km/h
or
50 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.19 per liter or $4.50 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.08 per liter or $4.09 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.23 per liter or $4.66 per gallon
Top 13 locations near Dar es Salaam (Downtown)
- Dar es Salaam Hotel Deliveryfrom $42.25 per day0.4 km / 0.25 miles away
- Dar es Salaam Int. Airportfrom $39.63 per day11.3 km / 7.02 miles away
- Zanzibar Airportfrom $22.72 per day66.9 km / 41.57 miles away
- Zanzibar (Downtown)from $23.04 per day73.1 km / 45.42 miles away
- Zanzibar Hotel Deliveryfrom $34.22 per day73.8 km / 45.86 miles away
- Zanzibar Portfrom $28.60 per day74 km / 45.98 miles away
- Kilimanjaro Int. Airportfrom $39.01 per day449.1 km / 279.06 miles away
- Kilimanjaro Hotel Deliveryfrom $48.23 per day450.3 km / 279.8 miles away
- Arusha Hotel Deliveryfrom $41.03 per day478.5 km / 297.33 miles away
- Arusha (Downtown)from $36.29 per day478.8 km / 297.51 miles away
- Arusha Airportfrom $39.38 per day483.5 km / 300.43 miles away
- Mwanza Downtown853.7 km / 530.46 miles away
- Mwanza Airport855.3 km / 531.46 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Autounion
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
When to book in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in Dar es Salaam (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month October | ||
| Average price $48 | A good deal $39 | Cheapest supplier Autounion | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Dar es Salaam (Downtown)
$59
$30
$0
$25
in January
Jan
$31
in February
Feb
$36
in March
Mar
$51
in April
Apr
May
$29
in June
Jun
$37
in July
Jul
Aug
$43
in September
Sep
$54
in October
Oct
$30
in November
Nov
$30
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) is January — when rental costs average $24.87 per day. This is 49% cheaper than the yearly average and 54% cheaper than renting a car in October (when prices average $53.67 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Dar es Salaam (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in in Dar es Salaam (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in January, while they are least likely to rent in in September.
Monthly searches in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
3.5
1.8
0
3.2 times in January
Jan
0.9 times in February
Feb
0.9 times in March
Mar
0.9 times in April
Apr
May
0.9 times in June
Jun
0.9 times in July
Jul
Aug
0.5 times in September
Sep
0.9 times in October
Oct
0.5 times in November
Nov
0.5 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Dar es Salaam (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in March the average rental period is 10 days, while in April, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days in Dar es Salaam (Downtown)
11
6
0
7 days in January
Jan
8 days in February
Feb
10 days in March
Mar
1 day in April
Apr
May
2 days in June
Jun
6 days in July
Jul
Aug
4 days in September
Sep
4 days in October
Oct
1 day in November
Nov
2 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Autounion |
| 🚗 Popular car types | SUVs, medium cars, small cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $36 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Autounion |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autounion | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Autounion | Toyota Axio | 5 | 3 | Medium car |
| Autounion | Toyota Vitz | 5 | 2 | Small car |
| Autounion | Toyota Rush | 5 | 2 | SUV |
Car rental statistics
Total rental companies
1
Average daily price
$77
Lowest daily price
$36
Total cars available
47
Top supplier in Dar es Salaam (Downtown) in 2026
Autounion
6.6
Acceptable
6 reviews
Value for money
6.0
Ease of finding
8.0
Agent helpfulness
6.5
Pick-up speed
7.5
Drop-off speed
7.6
Car cleanliness
5.8
Car condition
5.0
$36–$315
per day
NBAA House (Mhasibu House Bibi Titi Road Dar es Salaam TZ, 20619, Tanzania
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