Car hire in Praia, Cape Verde

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These are the lowest Praia car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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The most popular car rental companies in Praia

Hiring a car in Praia: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyHertz
Most popular carCompact, SUV
Average daily priceج.م.‏ 5,288
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Praia

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How to find a cheap car hire deal in Praia

  • Pick up a cheap rental car in Praia for an average of ج.م.‏ 5,288 a day and drive away happy. We do the hard work for you by searching the best rental providers, making it easy to compare prices and book.

  • Cruise off with savings by reserving your ride in August. With average daily rates of ج.م.‏ 2,643, it's the cheapest month to rent a car in Praia.

  • Here's your insider tip for booking at the right time. Two weeks in advance is your sweet spot for driving off with a cheap rental car in Praia.

  • Browse car hire deals in Praia from some of the top providers like Route 238, Hertz and Fernando Rent a Car.

  • The coverage Route 238 or another supplier offers for your Praia car hire can differ, so be sure to check the fine print. While some include a collision damage waiver (CDW), others will charge extra for it.

  • Choosing a one-way car hire can be your secret weapon for finding a deal. Select 'Return car to a different location' when looking for a car for rent in Praia. Providers sometimes have to move vehicles from one branch to another, which means you can score some excellent one-way prices.

  • Save money on fuel by choosing a car hire in Praia with a 'Fair fuel policy.' You pick up your vehicle with a full tank and return it full, so you're only paying for what you use.

  • Hit the highway without tracking every mile and racking up extra charges. Go to the 'Policies' filter and click 'Unlimited mileage' to find a car that lets you travel without limits.

  • If you have a flight to Praia, you might prefer to skip the city pickup and grab one of the car rentals in Nelson Mandela International Airport instead. Throw your luggage into the back of the car and head straight to where you want to go.

Compare car hire types in Praia

  • Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap rental car in Praia gets you moving without breaking the bank. These zippy, fuel-efficient cars are ideal for short trips and city driving.

  • Medium: A dependable choice when you want something that's easy to drive but with a few more features. This category covers compact and intermediate models that offer a bit of extra room compared to smaller options.

  • Large: You've got the kids, the luggage, the snacks, the lot. Large vehicles have got the space to carry it all without breaking a sweat. Ideal for longer drives, this Praia car hire category includes full-size cars.

  • SUV: When adventure calls, an SUV answers. It's your perfect road trip buddy, ready for backroads, highways, and anything in between. These sports utility vehicles also offer extra space and advanced safety features.

  • Van: Usually featuring commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Praia effortlessly handles larger loads and group travel. They're spacious, versatile, and built to take on any task.

Insurance and optional extras

  • Adding excess insurance to your Praia car hire can take the stress out of driving. It protects you from paying a big excess fee in case of theft or an accident. Insurance policies can vary from one provider to another, so give them a quick comparison.

  • From GPS units to mobile Wi-Fi hotspots, the right extras can seriously level up your drive. Look into which add-ons could improve your trip when you rent a car in Praia.

Good to know

  • Rental age requirements aren't always the same everywhere. Providers can set their own policies, and if you're under the minimum age, you could pay extra and face some limits. Check the specific rules for each supplier before booking your car hire in Cape Verde.

  • Add a car seat to your Praia car hire reservation if you're planning to travel with the kids. Rules change from place to place, but using a child seat suited to their size, age and weight is always the safest way to go.

Hit the road: Where to drive from Praia

  • Discover the biggest attractions in the city once you've lined up a car hire deal in Praia. Prainha Beach and Praia de Gamboa Beach are the perfect warm-up for the rest of your trip.

  • When check-in time comes around, Hotel VIP Praia and Hotel Praia Confort offer a welcome break in Praia.

  • Keep travelling to Assomada. Around 27 kilometres north-west of central Praia, it's home to must-do sights like Centro cultural Noverto and Assomada Market.

  • Popular accommodation options in Assomada include Residencial Cosmos and Pensão Asa Branca.

  • Add Tarrafal to your travel plans. Pick up your cheap car hire in Praia and drive about 48 kilometres north-west to discover leading attractions like Tarrafal Beach and Rock of Tarrafal Beach.

  • King Fisher Village and Aparthotel Ixola are comfortable places to stay in Tarrafal if you're planning to stick around.

  • When the drive's been this good, why hit the brakes? Take off to Sao Filipe, about 105 kilometres west of Praia. From Praia da Bila to Igreja Nossa Senhora da Conceicao sao filipe, it makes for a well-rounded adventure.

  • Find a room at Hotel Ocean View & Restaurante Seafood or Hotel Savana. They make it a breeze to discover everything Sao Filipe has to offer.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Praia will set you back around ج.م.‏ 5,288 per day or ج.م.‏ 41,917 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Praia is a compact SUV. The most popular is Compact, SUV.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Praia is currently August.
On average, around ج.م.‏ 41,917. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Praia is ج.م.‏ 19,076.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Praia for a whole month is ج.م.‏ 189,004. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Praia, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Praia that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Praia.
Most places – Praia included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ج.م.‏ 4,920 per day. The average price per day is around ج.م.‏ 4,945.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Hertz, Route 238 and Intercidades offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Abbycar as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Praia.