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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Car Hire With a Driver in Ethiopia
A local driver who knows the roads, so you can relax, work or take photos.
Hire a car with a driver in Addis Ababa and anywhere in Ethiopia, from $60 a day. Your driver is local, speaks English and knows the roads, the checkpoints and the conditions, so you can relax, work or take photos while someone else handles the driving.
Choose a sedan for the city, a 4x4 for rough and remote routes, or a minibus for groups. Book it for a single day, a week, or a full expedition across the country.
Why hire a car with a driver in Ethiopia
Local knowledge
Roads outside the main corridors are rough and signage is limited. A local driver knows the routes, the checkpoints and where to stop.
Less stress
Traffic in Ethiopia mixes cars, pedestrians and animals. With a driver you spend the journey looking out of the window, not at the road.
Longer routes
For Lalibela, the Simien Mountains, the Danakil or the Omo Valley, a 4x4 with an experienced driver is the safe and comfortable choice.
One-way trips
One-way hire between cities, such as Addis Ababa to Bahir Dar, Lalibela or Hawassa, can be arranged. Tell us the route and we confirm availability.
Vehicles for car with a driver
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Sedan
City and paved roads.
- Passengers
- Up to 4
- Luggage
- 2 large bags
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Driver
- With a driver or self-drive
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Luxury SUV (Land Cruiser)
Long drives in comfort, VIP and executive travel.
- Passengers
- Up to 5
- Luggage
- 4 large bags
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Driver
- With a driver or self-drive
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4x4 (Land Cruiser Hardtop)
Rough, remote and off-corridor routes.
- Passengers
- Up to 5
- Luggage
- 4 large bags
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Driver
- With a driver or self-drive
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Minibus / van
Groups and airport runs.
- Passengers
- Up to 12
- Luggage
- 10 large bags
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Driver
- Driver included
What's included
- Fuel
- Insurance
- A professional, English-speaking driver
- Airport pickup on request
Not included
- Tips
- The driver's meals and accommodation on overnight trips outside Addis Ababa
Questions about car with a driver
- How much does it cost to hire a car with a driver in Ethiopia?
- Car hire with a driver starts from $60 per day. The final price depends on the vehicle, the route and the number of days, and we send a detailed quote within 24 hours.
- Do your drivers speak English?
- Yes. Our drivers are experienced with international travellers and speak English, so they can share local knowledge and help with directions throughout your trip.
- Can I hire a car with a driver for one day only?
- Yes. There is no strict minimum. We arrange single airport transfers, day trips from Addis Ababa and multi-week itineraries.
- Which vehicle do I need for Lalibela, the Simien Mountains or the Danakil?
- A 4x4 with a driver. These routes are long, mountainous or unpaved, and a 4x4 handles them safely and comfortably. A sedan suits Addis Ababa and paved highways.
- Do you work with companies, embassies and NGOs?
- Yes. We serve corporate clients, embassies and NGOs with short and long-term rentals, with invoicing and account arrangements on request.
- How far in advance should I book?
- As early as you can for October to March, the peak season, when drivers and 4x4s for Lalibela, Gondar and the Simien Mountains are in highest demand.
Request a vehicle
Tell us your dates, route and group size. We reply within 2 hours.
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