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Diwaka Tours & Travel Ltd

 

Muranga Rd., Aqua Plaza

P.O. Box 17001 - 00100

Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: +254 (0)20 2685133

 

Email:

 info(at)diwakasafaris.com

 

Car Hire In Nairobi Kenya

Car hire Rates are in Kshs and are valid to 31st December 2010 and are subject to 16% VAT. Vehicles are available in Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi.

Unlimited Km Rates per day

Vehicle Insurance Cover per day

Vehicle

Group

Doors

Seats

Per Km

2-7 days

3-30 days

Per Day

CDW

TPW

ELW

Toyota RAV 4 (4WD)

D 1600cc

4

4

22

7000

6800

2400

800

650

800

Toyota Carina or similar

A 1500cc

4

5

12

3140

2950

1200

750

650

750

Nissan N16 or similar

B 1600cc

4

5

15

3450

3250

1500

750

650

750

Mitsubishi Pajero (4WD)

D 1600cc

4

5

40

9800

8900

4000

2000

1000

1500

Toyota / Nissan Double Cab with driver

I 2500cc

4

5

42

10000

9000

5000

Toyota Prado (4WD)

E 2600cc

4

5

42

10500

9900

4200

2000

1000

1500

Toyota Landcruiser with driver

F 3600cc

4

9

45

12000

11000

5000

Safari Mini Bus (including driver, fuel & 250 kms free)

H 2600cc

4

9

25 seater coach within Nairobi (from 0800-1900 hours)

G 2600cc

2

20

 

CD - Chauffeur driven only. Price includes fuel and cost of driver between 08.00 and 18.00 hours. Price excludes driver's overtime, meals and entry into National Parks and Game reserves (where applicable). Safari - Vehicles are safari ready with open hatch for game viewing and our exclusive Safari kit. Min. - Mimimum daily kilometres apply on these rentals when renting on a per day plus kilometre basis.

Rates & Conditions

All rates are expressed in Kenya Shillings, and all exclusive of fuel and oil but inclusive of maintenance. Some vehicles have manual transmission and others automatic transmission. Rates may be adjusted during the year so check when booking. Air Conditioned cars are usually only available at the coast. Rates are subject to 16% VAT.

General Conditions

The hirer and/or authorised driver must have held a full and valid drivers licence for a minimum of 2 years up to and including the time of hire and driving licence must bear no current endorsement during the last two years. A driving licence from the country of residence or any international driver permit is generally acceptable, provided valid as above. Where regulations require a local permit our office will give immediate assistance. The hirer will be asked for additional deposit to cover refueling and other expenses.

Driver's Age

The hirer or authorised driver must be over 23 years of age and under 70 years of age. The hirer or authorised driver must also be in possession of proper means of identification other than a driving licence.Self Drive cars are hired subject to the companys standard form of agreement. Notwithstanding the above conditions the company reserves the right to refuse to hire vehicles to any person at its own discretion. The Company may also require the use of a driver of the Company at the Renters expense.

Tanzania - Uganda

By prior arrangement, vehicles hired in Kenya may be driven into Tanzania and Uganda. An additional cost of KShs 10,000/- for documentation (certified log book, PTA insurance, etc.) applies. Chauffeur drive is available at KShs 1,600/- per day plus expenses. Renter must pay any road license fees at the border.

Refusal Of Car Hire

We reserve the right to refuse and or terminate hire at any time without assigning any reason.

Waivers & Insurance

The vehicle is insured for third party damage and liability. The Renter may take the option of Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver (TPW) to reduce liability in the event of accident or theft. When taking CDW and TPW, a deductible applies and tyres, tools and the vehicles radio are not covered. The Renter can waive these liabilities by also electing to pay the Excess Liability Waiver (ELW) at the time of rental. We also offer insurance against loss of your personal effects from the vehicle. The Personal Effects Cover (PEC) is available at 800/- shillings per day. Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) offers emergency evacuation and medical aid in the event of an accident. This insurance is available at 400/- shillings per person per day.

Non Waiver Responsibility

Damage to the vehicle or loss (due to theft) can be waived on payment of CDW and TPW, except in all instances the customer is liable for the first KShs 50,000/- on vehicles in Groups A, B and C and KShs 100,000/- on vehicles in Groups D, E, F, G and H.

Important

Vehicles in Groups A, B, C, D and S are not suitable for use on un-surfaced roads, in national parks and game reserves. Such use will nullify any and all waivers and may result in fines of up to USD $1,000.00 and the cost of any resulting damage.

Payment

By cash, travellers cheques, or acceptable Credit Card. Deposit of US$ 140 and approximate hire charges to be paid when making hire contract.

Exchange Rates

As at January 2009 the approximate rates are:- US$ 1 = Kshs 75.- UKĀ£ 1 = Kshs 130.

Hire It Here and Leave It Here

Varies on the car you hire and origin and destination points.

 

 

When renting between

Group

1 day

2+ days

Nairobi and Mombasa

A - C

6,500

5,000

 

All others

8,500

5,000

Malindi and Mombasa

All groups

1,500

1,000

 

 

Other Fees & Services

Description

Charge per

Amount

Airport Service Fee

Rental

300

Chauffeur Drive (when not included)

Day

1,500

Second Authorized Driver

Day

400

Child Safety Seat

Day

400

 

Fuel

As at January 2009 the cost of fuel is:-US$ 0.80 per litre, US$ 3.60 per imperial gallon.

Other Types of Vehicles

If you require a different class or type of vehicle, we can arrange it for you at similar competitive rates.

 
air On request, we can combine your safari itinerary with a stay at the beach hotels in Mombasa, Malindi, Lamu and Zanzibar for any number of nights.