
Diwaka Tours & Travel Ltd
Muranga Rd., Aqua Plaza
P.O. Box 17001 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Tel: +254 (0)20 2685133
Email:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We reserve the right to refuse and or terminate hire at any time without assigning any reason.
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.
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.
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 $1,000.00 and the cost of any resulting damage.
By cash, travellers cheques, or acceptable Credit Card. Deposit of US$ 140 and approximate hire charges to be paid when making hire contract.
As at January 2009 the approximate rates are:- US$ 1 = Kshs 75.- UKĀ£ 1 = Kshs 130.
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 |
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| All others | 8,500 | 5,000 |
| Malindi and Mombasa | All groups | 1,500 | 1,000 |
| 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 |
As at January 2009 the cost of fuel is:-US$ 0.80 per litre, US$ 3.60 per imperial gallon.
If you require a different class or type of vehicle, we can arrange it for you at similar competitive rates.
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.