Car hire in Botswana

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Botswana

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Botswana car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Botswana car hire at a glance

Most popular provider	Hertz
Most popular car	Fullsize, Pickup
Pick-up points	4, Gaborone is most popular
Cheapest price found	Rs7,027 per day, Gaborone
Cheapest month to rent	December
Best time to book	4 weeks before

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City car hire in Botswana

Where in Botswana will you set off from? You could find a great price.

Car hire in Gaborone

From

Rs7,027

per day

Car hire in Gaborone

From

Rs7,027

per day

Airport options in Botswana

If you’re flying to Botswana it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Maun Airport

From

Rs6,759

per day

Car hire at Maun Airport

From

Rs6,759

per day

Find the best car rental deal in Botswana

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Botswana

The cheapest month to rent a car in Botswana is June, when the average cost per day is Rs8,391. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is August, when the average cost per day is Rs8,465. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Botswana is April.

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What are the best car hire companies in Botswana?

Car hire in Botswana: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Botswana?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Botswana, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Botswana?

To rent a car with most companies in Botswana you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

What is the best car rental company in Botswana?

Our travellers best rated car hire company in Botswana is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for Rs31,889 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Botswana?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Botswana depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Botswana, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

How do I hire a car in Botswana?

It’s easy to hire a car in Botswana. First, you need to decide where in Botswana you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Can I rent a car in Botswana long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Botswana?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Botswana. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Is it expensive to hire a car in Botswana?

It depends where in Botswana you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Gaborone. On average, it costs Rs11,100 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is Rs7,027 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Botswana

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Botswana is Fullsize, Pickup .

Compare across companies

The most popular companies in Botswana are Hertz, Auto-Union and Avis. The cheapest company we've found is Avis. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 4 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are Rs7,027 a day and Rs7,574 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Botswana you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Botswana. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Botswana is Kasane. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Gaborone.

Hire a car long term in Botswana

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Botswana with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.