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Namibia car hire at a glance

Most popular providerFirst - Car Rental
Most popular carSmall, economy
Pick-up points
Cheapest price found
Cheapest month to rentOctober
Best time to book2 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Namibia could cost, we've pulled prices from Namibia.

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First - Car Rental
Keddy By Europcar
Hertz
Europcar
Dollar
Sixt

Find cheap car hire in Namibia

Volkswagen Polo

or similar economy

First - Car Rental
42ManualAC
Volkswagen Polo

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$26
per day

Suzuki Ciaz

or similar standard

First - Car Rental
51AutomaticAC
Suzuki Ciaz

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$35
per day

Peugeot 5008

or similar standard SUV

First - Car Rental
41AutomaticAC
Peugeot 5008

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$37
per day

Volkswagen T-Cross

or similar mini passenger van

Dollar
52AutomaticAC
Volkswagen T-Cross

Free cancellation

From
$64
per day

Volkswagen Transporter 6.1 Kombi

or similar premium passenger van

First - Car Rental
81AutomaticAC
Volkswagen Transporter 6.1 Kombi

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$85
per day

Volkswagen Polo

or similar economy

First - Car Rental
41ManualAC
Volkswagen Polo

Free cancellation

From
$34
per day

Suzuki Ciaz

or similar compact

First - Car Rental
51AutomaticAC
Suzuki Ciaz

Free cancellation

From
$45
per day

Citroen C3

or similar compact SUV

First - Car Rental
41AutomaticAC
Citroen C3

Free cancellation

From
$46
per day

Mercedes Sprinter

or similar mini passenger van

Budget
52AutomaticAC
Mercedes Sprinter

Free cancellation

From
$75
per day

Chevrolet Suburban

or similar fullsize SUV

Budget
55AutomaticAC
Chevrolet Suburban

Free cancellation

From
$77
per day

Volkswagen Transporter 6.1 Kombi

or similar premium passenger van

First - Car Rental
81AutomaticAC
Volkswagen Transporter 6.1 Kombi

Free cancellation

From
$106
per day

Volkswagen Polo

or similar economy

Hertz
42ManualAC
Volkswagen Polo

Free cancellation

Unlimited mileage

From
$46
per day

Toyota Corolla

or similar compact

Dollar
51ManualAC
Toyota Corolla

Free cancellation

From
$59
per day

Volkswagen T-Cross

or similar mini passenger van

Dollar
52AutomaticAC
Volkswagen T-Cross

Free cancellation

From
$82
per day

Volkswagen T-Cross

or similar compact SUV

Hertz
51AutomaticAC
Volkswagen T-Cross

Free cancellation

From
$89
per day

Chevrolet Suburban

or similar fullsize SUV

Dollar
53AutomaticAC
Chevrolet Suburban

Free cancellation

From
$109
per day

Volkswagen Multivan

or similar premium passenger van

Dollar
83AutomaticAC
Volkswagen Multivan

Free cancellation

From
$139
per day

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Namibia

The cheapest month to rent a car in Namibia is October, when the average cost per day is $36. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is March, when the average cost per day is $43. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Namibia is February.
Oct
$36 per day
Nov
$43 per day
Dec
$45 per day
Jan
$44 per day
Feb
$66 per day
Mar
$43 per day
Apr
$45 per day
May
$43 per day
Jun
Find prices
Jul
$46 per day
Aug
$48 per day
Sep
$47 per day
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Namibia could cost, we've pulled prices from Namibia.

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Car hire in Namibia: FAQs

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Namibia 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 Namibia, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

It’s easy to hire a car in Namibia. First, you need to decide where in Namibia 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.

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.

It depends where in Namibia you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Windhoek. On average, it costs $48 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is $26 per day.

The highest-rated car hire company in Namibia is First - Car Rental, rated 1.0/5 from 1 reviews. First - Car Rental car hire costs an average of $67 per day in Namibia.

Here are some of the other top rated car hire companies in Namibia. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare options.
  • Keddy By Europcar
    • 1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
    • Average daily price: $91
  • Hertz
    • 1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
    • Average daily price: $103

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

If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The time you have to cancel depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged.

If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might need to pay a cancellation fee or you won’t get a refund.
We couldn’t find any electric car hire deals in Namibia. More EVs are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
The easiest way to compare car hire in Namibia is to look at lots of companies at the same time, rather than checking each one individually.

Skyscanner is a comparison website. We search 15 car hire companies and compare prices across 249 available cars – so you don't have to.
Medium car hire is the most popular choice in Namibia. Think models like the Toyota RAV4. Around 18% of recent Skyscanner bookings in Namibia were for this type of car.

Here are some other popular choices in Namibia.
· SUV (like the Toyota Hilux or similar)
· 15% of recent bookings
· Economy (like the Volkswagen Polo or similar)
· 14% of recent bookings
Most people hiring a car in Namibia book it for 1 day. If you're still deciding how long your trip’s going to be, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
· 1 day: $70
· 1 week: $342
· 2 weeks: $684
· 1 month: $1,266

If your plans are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
SUV hire, which is usually something like the Citroen C3, averages $162 per day. The cheapest price we found for SUV hire in Namibia is $46 per day with First - Car Rental.
Most car hire companies let you add an extra driver at pick-up. The fee in Namibia is typically around $16 per day.

Some companies like First - Car Rental don't charge for an extra driver.
The best time to book car hire in Namibia is usually as early as possible, especially if you’re travelling during busy periods.

You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is more limited.
Yes! Most car hire companies in Namibia offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Namibia, just enter today's date on Skyscanner to compare prices.
Some companies in Namibia let you drive a hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don’t.

If you plan to cross a border, check with the company before you travel. Driving abroad without permission could void your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
A good car hire deal in Namibia is usually anything under $52 per day. That's about 25% cheaper than the average car hire cost in Namibia, which is $70 per day.

The cheapest price we found in Namibia is $34 per day with First Rent a Car for Small car hire.

You will need insurance to rent a car in Namibia, 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.

To rent a car with most companies in Namibia 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.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Namibia

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 Namibia is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire company in Namibia is First - Car Rental. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with First - Car Rental.

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 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $34 a day and $236 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Namibia 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 Namibia. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Namibia is Windhoek. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Namibia.

Hire a car long term in Namibia

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 Namibia with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

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