Cheap Car Hire in Banjul, the Gambia

To hire a small car in Banjul, the Gambia, you would pay an average price of £19/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Banjul, the Gambia (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£40/day). In fact, June is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Banjul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Banjul, hiring a small car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Banjul, the Gambia, you would pay an average price of £18/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Banjul, the Gambia (~£28/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£39/day). In fact, March is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Banjul. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Banjul, hiring a SUV saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

• What are the requirements to hire a car in Banjul?

  There are different requirements you need to follow for car hires in Banjul. Most services offering hire cars in Banjul will require drivers to be at least 23 or 25 years old, and you must have been driving for the past three years. Some providers ask that drivers looking for vans or luxury car hires in Banjul be a minimum of 30 years old. One of the prerequisites for hiring a car in Banjul is a valid driving licence. You can use your local licence in The Gambia if it's written in English, but you'll need to get an International Driving Permit if it is written in another language. The International Driving Permit, or IDP, is a three-month document that translates your local driving licence into another language. Along with the items listed above, you'll need to provide a valid ID or passport.

• What are the rules for driving in Banjul?

  In Banjul, they drive on the right side of the road. Speed limits and distances are measured in kilometres. Banjul has speed restrictions of 70 km/h (43 mph) on main highways, 50 km/h (13 mph) in built-up areas and major roads, and 25 km/h (15 mph) in several areas, including residential neighbourhoods, school zones, near a hospital and close to health centres. It is mandatory to use a seat belt and always to have your documentation at hand. It's illegal to drive through a police roadblock without stopping, and you should always be prepared to present your insurance documents and driving licence.

• What type of car is recommended for driving in Banjul?

  Use Banjul car hire to explore the city and the beautiful natural surroundings of The Gambia. When you look for cheap car hire in Banjul, we advise exploring the country’s diverse natural landscape in an SUV so you can bring your group and all of your gear along too. If you are looking for a more specific vehicle, you'll find many options for car hire in Banjul, such as luxury car hire or passenger van hire. Before you reserve your Banjul car hire, compare all the available models to find a car that best suits you for your trip in terms of features and price.

• Where are the best places to park in Banjul?

  Car hires in Banjul can be parked in a variety of locations. You will have more freedom to explore the area if you use Banjul car hire. Parking is available on the street and in car parks throughout Banjul. These parking lots are either free or have a modest fee attached to them. Alternatively, the majority of hotels provide private parking. There may be a fee for parking on the street, such as a parking meter. Use one of the many small car parking lots surrounding Banjul, such as Turn Table car park to make the most of your cheap car hire in Banjul.

• What is the cheapest hire car found in Banjul?

  In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £34/day when booking a car hire in Banjul. The absolute best deal a user found was for £30/day from Ok Mobility, booked on Mar. 16.

• How much does it cost to hire a car in Banjul for a week from Ok Mobility?

  From Ok Mobility you can hire a car in Banjul from about £236 per week on average.

• How far in advance should I hire a car in Banjul for the best price?

  Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 72% on your car hire. For a below average price in Banjul, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 64 days in advance.

• Can I rent a car for a month in Banjul?

  The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Banjul it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

• How much does it cost to rent a car in Banjul for a month?

  Generally, a month-long car rental in Banjul can be found for about £1,010, with the average price for a rental being around £34 a day. Book with Ok Mobility, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 12% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Banjul.

• What car do most people hire in Banjul?

  The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Banjul is Standard (Nissan Qashqai) based on our Cheapflights data.