Gaborone car rentals from $28/day

On average a rental car in Gaborone costs $40 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Gaborone found in the last 2 weeks is $28.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($28/day), Europcar ($40/day) and Avis ($103/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hertz Gaborone Airport null (7 miles from city center).

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Gaborone. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Gaborone.

Car rental companies onsite at Sir Seretse Khama airport include Hertz and Avis.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Sir Seretse Khama airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, and Avis.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

An Economy car rental in Gaborone costs $34 per day, on average.

A Special car rental in Gaborone costs $38 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Gaborone costs $82 per day, on average.

In Gaborone, cars are most frequently rented at Autounion Car Rental Desk inside terminal. Unit 0186 (7 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Gaborone costs $277 per week ($40 per day).

On average a rental car in Gaborone costs $1,186 per month ($40 per day).

Most car rental providers in Gaborone offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Gaborone, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 12 car rental agencies in Gaborone.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Gaborone so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

For driving in Gaborone, a 4x4 SUV is recommended due to the condition of roads and the rough terrain that can be encountered when visiting attractions outside of the city. The SUV's higher clearance and 4-wheel drive make it ideal for navigating uneven, unpaved roads in a safe and comfortable manner. With a 4x4 SUV, you can easily explore the Mokolodi Nature Reserve, the Kalahari Desert, and Chobe National Park, where you may encounter rough, unpaved, or sandy roads.

The speed limit in Gaborone, Botswana, varies depending on the type of road and the zone. In residential areas, the speed limit is typically 50 km/h (31 mph). On major roads like the A1 and A3 highways, the speed limit is 80 km/h (50 mph). On the Western Bypass and Nelson Mandela Drive, the speed limit is 100 km/h (62 mph). It is important to note that speed limits may change in construction zones or areas with heavy pedestrian traffic.

On-street parking is available in some areas in Gaborone, and there are also several parking lots and garages throughout the city that offer paid parking. The cost for paid parking varies depending on the location and the length of time parked, but generally ranges from P1 to P2 per hour ($0.09 to $0.18) for on-street parking and P5 to P10 per hour ($0.45 to $0.91) for parking lots and garages. There are also some areas in Gaborone where parking is free, including some residential areas and some shopping centers.