4×4 Self-Drive East Africa Safari Guide: Routes, Safety, Parks & Car Rental Tips

With 4×4 Self Drive East Africa, there is no better way of blending into the traditional African community without having a 4×4 self drive East Africa on the traditional African roads. Car Rental and Safaris Africa has the best East African car rental packages that includes a 4×4 Self Drive East Africa safari which is a one of the best way in which people blend in the local African environment that is untamed with astonishing beauty that will leave you amazed.  A region with a conducive climate made by the giant features like Mountains and valleys, several safari parks and reserves to visit, with lot more attractions will leave you in awe.

A 4×4 Self Drive East Africa safari will make your driving skill more pro – with the high levels concentration necessary to navigate through pot-hall roads in rural area, the traffic police that is almost everywhere make a perfect driving challenge far away from the home. The East African countries include Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda and all of these have a lot of unique game to explore on safari and worth opting to go for 4×4 Self Drive East Africa safaris.

Is it Safe to do a 4×4 Self Drive East Africa?

The majority of East African countries are safe to for tourists to visit. At your convenience, Car Rental and Safaris Africa offers a 4×4 Self Drive East Africa safari that will make you a bustling experience which offers great after memories of the traditional African roads where people and animals cross at any time at any point.

East African road conditions are generally fair and can be driven on, those outside the cities and in rural areas may however require a 4WD especially in the rainy season. Remember you are driving on unfamiliar roads therefore you must be cautious and well prepared. East Africa, road signs and signals could mean something different from that back in your home country and therefore it is advisable to study these before starting the journey.

When deciding to use Google maps, be aware that roads change and such changes are not effective onto the map, therefore it will require you to always ask for directions and especially drive during the day to avoid getting lost in places you can’t get rescue from. When using paper maps, remember they could also be outdated and you could require to ask for directions.

In case of a breakdown, it will always take you so long to find a local mechanic and if you do, be sure you will have to pay in the local currency.

East African road conditions keep on improving, however, there are roads that have pot holes are dusty and bumpy, with those obnoxious speed bumps in every hamlet. Always remember to follow the designated road speed limits to avoid getting an accident that could harm you or other road users.

What to expect on your 4×4 Self Drive East Africa Safari

• On your 4×4 Self Drive East Africa safari, you will come across all kinds of sudden unexpected obstacles, near National Parks. These might be wildlife like Elephants, Baboons, antelopes and other wildlife galloping suddenly from one side of the roads to the other. Ensure to always be careful and sober when driving to avoid hitting wildlife in the parks as it is an offence and liable to a fine. Consequently, an animal kill will cost up to USD 500 payable to the park authorities, and maybe USD500 to USD200 for vehicle repair, worst of all you could even lose your life if you hit an African Elephant.
• East Africa has great traffic laws; however the laws do not apply when the size of the vehicle is applied. Vehicle size makes right, big cross country buses barreling down what may seem like a one lane road straight at you. Several vehicles seemingly in a convoy passing you at insane speed with some kind of VIP passengers in the main vehicle.
• It is therefore generally safe to self drive East Africa, however endeavor to follow all the current guidelines and process all the required documentation. We can always help you with this when booking a 4×4 Self Drive East Africa car with us. Our vehicles from Car Rental and Safaris Africa Ltd have the requirements for travel through East Africa and you can book a vehicle to 4×4 Self Drive East Africa in one country or book one to use all through the East African countries with a chance to enjoy a long vacation at your own pace.