Kenya works with a number of experienced and truly lovable driver- guides, who speak good English as well as fluent Swahili. This option is great for Self Drivers who don’t fancy driving themselves, want a more relaxed experience, or want to learn more about the local culture and wildlife in Kenya.
You can expect from your driver that he will get you to your destination safely, he will also do game drives in the safari parks of Kenya and he knows the best places to go for a lunch-break or stocking up supplies. In case you haven’t finalized your Kenya travel itinerary yet, then it’s good to know that our drivers are like a walking Lonely Planet, they can surely help in designing your route. Renting a car in Kenya with driver-guide is essentially the ultimate tailor-made private safari which is also flexible.
The cost of hiring a driver is 40USD per day and all the proceeds go to the driver. This fee also covers his meals and accommodation when staying at a safari lodge. You don’t need to arrange accommodation for him, as most lodges have facilities for the driver-guides where they can eat and sleep for a reduced rate. He is happy to sort out himself.
In case you go on a camping trip in Kenya, we also supply your driver with camping gear. As there are no facilities to eat elsewhere inside the national parks, we appreciate you take into account an extra person when buying groceries, and cook your meals together. Most drivers are pretty good bush cooks and know how to start a camp fire. The driver is provided with a ground tent for accommodation by the company.
When you visit a national park and / or camp overnight inside a safari park, you are also expected to pay for the driver’s entrance fee of $ 5- $ 15 / day, and the camp fee of maximum $ 15 / night, the exact amount depending on the parks, conservancies or reserves visited.
5 Benefits Of Hiring A Driver
Self-drive trips may be cheaper but the benefits of traveling with a hired driver exceed driving yourself and as much as un-private it gets, there is no denying that you will always feel safe and comfortable with a local in your presence.
We have a team of dedicated and well-trained drivers ready to take you to any destination and if you have been thinking about a self-drive road trip in Kenya, here are some reasons why we recommend you hire a driver in Kenya if you want to travel comfortably.
Reduces Frustration – Driving a car can be a stressful experience especially if you are driving for long distances or stuck in traffic. You don’t have to worry about all this when you have a personal driver as he is trained to handle even the most stressful of situations. Total concentration is always vital when on road so if you have a lot on your mind then it’s best you leave it to someone who is composed and fit for the road.
Safer– The biggest benefit of hiring a driver is that you don’t have to worry about getting lost or falling into the hands of a fraudster as you have your personal bodyguard, to guide and protect you most especially if it’s your first time in the country.
Informative – As much as you have read about the city, attractions and all that travel information about Kenya, no one can give you more accurate info than a local driver/ guide. A professional driver has adequate knowledge including history and current facts about a destination or attraction making him/ her perfect travel companion if you want to learn more about Kenya or any other tourist destination.
Relaxing drive – You get time to relax and do other things if you are not driving yourself and this mainly applies to business and leisure travelers. Get out that laptop or phone and do some chatting or business deal as they transfer you to your destination. Relaxing is always a big part of getaways and so you have to maximize that every chance you get. This helps you fully enjoy your destinations with out fatigue.
Punctuality – A professional driver is trained to get a client to the desired destination in time, something that is no easy task when you are driving yourself. If you are planning a business trip in Kenya, then you should consider hiring a driver for timely arrival to the meeting.
Your rental car is delivered with a fuel to the next gas station and returned with a quarter tank. The amount of fuel you consume on your road trip in Kenya is for your own expense. The driver is responsible for the wellbeing of the car, and the security bond will no longer apply.