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A lone 4x4 on a straight dirt road towards mountains

Your own wheels across the savannah

Fully equipped 4×4s from Nairobi, unlimited kilometres and a route planned with people who drive it every month.

Six days we plan most often

Nairobi to the Mara and Amboseli. Distances are real, times include park roads.

  1. Nairobi

    Briefing at the yard, shopping, first night in the hills.

  2. Naivasha +90 km

    Hippos on the lake, cycling in Hell's Gate.

  3. Nakuru +70 km

    Flamingos and rhinos at Lake Nakuru.

  4. Masai Mara +270 km

    Two full days of game drives in the Mara.

  5. Amboseli +380 km

    Elephants under Kilimanjaro, back via Emali.

1,050 km

Six days we plan most often: Nairobi, Naivasha, Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboseli Nairobi Naivasha Nakuru Masai Mara Amboseli

With a driver-guide

Not ready to drive yourself? Our guides know the parks, the animals and the shortcuts.

  • Nairobi National Park game drive

    Lions and rhinos with the city skyline behind them. Early start, back for lunch.

    5 hours $260 per car

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  • Giraffes, elephants and Karen

    Giraffe Centre, the elephant orphanage and Karen Blixen's house in one relaxed city day.

    6 hours $190 per car

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  • Lake Naivasha and Hell's Gate

    Boat ride among hippos, then cycling past zebras in Hell's Gate. Our driver waits with lunch.

    11 hours $420 per car

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Kenyan roads, explained before you hit them

Kilima Overland is a family yard on Ngong Road. We maintain every car ourselves, and we stay on the phone for the whole trip. If something breaks in the bush, we come to you.

  • Track under an acacia tree
  • Safari vehicle and antelopes
  • Two vehicles on a dusty road

What customers say

4.9 ★★★★★ from 146 reviews

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  • Zwei Wochen mit dem Defender und Dachzelt durch Mara und Amboseli. Die Einweisung am ersten Morgen war Gold wert, besonders der Reifenwechsel im Sand.

    ★★★★★ Anna & Jakob October 2026, Deutsch
  • Trasu nám pomohli naplánovať tak, aby sme každý deň dorazili do kempu za svetla. Land Cruiser bez jedinej chyby, aj po brode v Mare.

    ★★★★★ Michal V. September 2026, Slovenčina
  • Booked the Naivasha day trip with a driver-guide for my parents. He spotted hippos, knew every bird and had cold water in the fridge.

    ★★★★★ Sarah T. August 2026
  • Great Hilux setup, kitchen box had everything. The rooftop tent took us a while the first night, so watch the video they send.

    ★★★★ Ben O. July 2026

Questions and answers

Who can rent a car?

Drivers must be at least 23 and have held a licence for at least 2 years. At pick-up, bring your ID card or passport and your driving licence.

How much is the deposit and when do I get it back?

Depending on the car, the deposit is from $1,200 to $2,000. We only hold it on your card and release it as soon as the car comes back undamaged. Your bank may take a few days to show the amount again.

Is mileage limited?

No, all cars come with unlimited mileage.

Can I drive abroad?

You can drive in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda at no extra cost. Other EU countries cost $150 extra, just tell us when you book.

What is the fuel policy?

You get the car with a full tank and return it full. If you can't, we refuel at the pump price plus a small service fee.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. Cancel up to 168 hours before pick-up free of charge. For later cancellations we may charge the price of one rental day.

How can I pay?

You can pay by card, by bank transfer. The deposit can only be held on a payment card in the driver's name.

Do you deliver the car?

Yes, we deliver to any address in the city for free. Just add it to the booking note.

Where to find us

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    Nairobi yard, Ngong Road

    Ngong Road 214
    00100 Nairobi

    Opening hours
    Daily 7:00 to 18:00

    Full vehicle briefing, recovery kit check and route planning before every trip.

    +254 700 000 303 Directions

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    Jomo Kenyatta Airport

    JKIA Terminal 1A
    00501 Nairobi

    Opening hours
    Matched to your flight

    We meet you outside arrivals and drive together to the yard for the briefing.

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