Lusaka car hire

On average a car hire in Lusaka costs $117 per day.

The only car hire company onsite at Lusaka airport is Europcar.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Lusaka airport to off-airport locations is Europcar.

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A Full Size car hire in Lusaka costs $177 per day, on average.

If you're hiring a car in Lusaka for tourist purposes, you'll want to spend time exploring other parts of the country, so a 4x4 is a better option for navigating the rural roads and carrying the supplies you need. If you're planning on just driving to Lusaka and the airport, the choice of car hire in Lusaka is up to you. Larger cars are better suited to more people. Small, compact car hire is generally more fuel efficient and a better choice for budget travellers. Avoid hiring a convertible in Lusaka.

The speed limits when driving in and around Lusaka are the same as in the rest of the country. It's important to stick to these limits, as police often target foreign drivers. The speed limit inside the city and built-up areas is 50 km/h, and the limit on the rural roads is 100 km/h. Bear in mind that locals often drive much faster and average closer to 80 km/h in the city and around 120 km/h or more on the rural roads.

The majority of the parking in Lusaka city centre is either on-street paid parking monitored by parking guards or car parks that provide "Pay & Display" parking. You'll get your ticket when you enter the parking and must pay for it before returning to your car. There is paid parking at any of the shopping centres or retail shops you go to. There are no on-street meters but a fee is generally required. It'll be wise to find a hotel that offers free parking, as parking on the street at night isn't recommended.