Car Rentals for Travelers with Disability in Rwanda

It could hard to imagine getting on a plane to go to Africa when you spend most of your time in a wheelchair. Other times you might have some impediments that might get people to put you into the bucket of people with disabilities. Regardless of the tag they put on you, life remains all about the choices you make even when no one believes in you. Here is all you need to know about car rentals for travelers with disability in Rwanda.

In the case of Safaris to Africa; whether self-drive or guided safaris; Rwanda is one of the top emerging safari destinations and is worth some praise. It is unheard of for a country that has struggled with genocide just three decades ago to be able to turn around the story and become one of the gems in the African crown.

As of 2024, Rwanda has the cleanest capital city on the African continent. Some people argue that the country has achieved this because it is among the smallest countries on the African continent. Unfortunately, this excuse never gives room to why no other African country has even a small town with a similar cleanness status like Kigali.

The land of a thousand hills is also known for its rigorous advertisement with the premier league giant Arsenal. Among the other things that Rwanda boasts of are gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking safaris.

Though it is possible to book the gorilla trekking safari directly with Rwanda development board, most people opt to book their gorilla trekking safaris with local tour operators. But beyond the local tour operators who offer guided safaris, it is also possible to do a Rwanda self drive gorilla trekking safari.

Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe forest is also possible once you book your chimpanzee tracking permit with the Rwanda development board as well securing your means of transport.

But on your journey to explore Rwanda, you need to look for a car rental agency that will serve your needs. In this article we shall focus on people that often travel in wheelchairs.

Hire a Car With Wheelchair Modifications

Look out for companies that have already modified interior space to accommodate a wheelchair. Though it is very hard to find the car rental agencies that have these kinds of cars available; stick to looking for a car with space for a wheelchair instead of modifying it for specifically your trip.

Book At least Six Months In Advance

Most Kigali car rental agencies and Rwanda at large do not have the provision for car with space for wheelchairs. It is also very rare to find these cars. It is therefore advised to confirm your Kigali car rental reservation at least six months in advance. This will give the car rental agency room to make adjustments on their car in case needs be.

Confirm The Credentials Of The Driver

Not every driver has the experience and patient of travelling with people who have disabilities. It is also common for people to blow their own trumpet with an expectation that you will book your trip with them.

I recommend that anyone interested in a driver that deals with people with disability should always consider looking out for driver that has some experience in this field. To be on a secure side, we recommend that you check out the review of the drivers from their former trip.

If you cannot find any reviews, I recommend that you look for one that has reviews. This will save you the hassle of dealing with something without any idea on who to handle people that travel in a wheelchair.

Do Not Travel Alone

Some people want to travel solo. Others desire very limited company. But regardless of the kind you are, it is recommended that you travel with a friend. You do not necessarily have to travel with a person who knows you very much, but you need someone to give you the company that your guide will not offer you.

Travelling in Africa always requires a car since it is the main means of transport. With the help of go self drive Rwanda you will be able to secure a PWD modified car at a fair rate.

In conclusion, it is not easy to have a modified safari car for PWDs, but it is possible to ask for the modifications to be made before you arrive in Rwanda. Currently, most Kigali car rental agencies do not offer  self-drive options for people with disabilities. Contact us to know more about car rentals for travelers with disability in Rwanda.