Ethiopia Travel Forum

Hi all,

I'm looking for advice on getting a good deal on a quality (but not fancy) 4x4, which we will drive ourselves. We have already spent time in the areas of Ethiopia to which we will be traveling, but have not driven ourselves to these places. We're not sure about any special driver's license we might need or any other concerns we should consider. We really need to keep our costs down, so we are looking for a good car at a good price.

Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

Jennifer

You have to exchange your licence for an Ethiopian one and pay a fee if you stay more than a week. Or so the story goes. You can get advice on doing, or not doing, this. I have written you a tip here:

http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/30b4a/e05/9/#1823404

(4th one down).

I am looking into a rental place for you in Addis. Will get back to you on that.

Correction on abaove, your car renatal agency can advise you on the licence issue.

I don't think Car rentals like to give their 4x4 cars for self drive. I will let you know if I will find one.
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Some rantals places will, but you have to stay on paved roads usually. Won't get you too far.