Africa on Wheels Car Hire

Africa on Wheels is a well-established and reputable car hire company based in Windhoek, Namibia. Founded in 1999, the company has over 25 years of experience in providing 4x4 vehicles for self-drive tours through Namibia and the wider Southern African region. What started from the high demand for reliable used cars at good prices has evolved into one of Namibia's most trusted specialist 4x4 rental operations.

Located at 135 Sam Nujoma Drive in Windhoek, Africa on Wheels operates a focused fleet of approximately 20 four-wheel-drive vehicles — deliberately smaller than the large rental chains, which allows for hands-on attention to vehicle condition, personalised service, and flexible pricing structures for long-term rentals, groups, or solo travellers.

An Exclusively 4x4 Toyota Fleet

Africa on Wheels is a 4x4-only operation — every vehicle in the fleet is built for off-road capability. The line-up includes the Toyota Hilux Double Cab (2.4L and 2.8L diesel, both manual and automatic), the Toyota Fortuner for comfortable lodge-to-lodge travel, the legendary Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Series (single and double cab), the stretched Toyota Land Cruiser 76 for groups, and the flagship Toyota Land Cruiser 300 for those who want maximum comfort and capability.

All camping-equipped vehicles come with rooftop tents (popup or hardshell options available), fridges, and comprehensive camping gear. Tent upgrades — from standard popup to XL or family-size hardshell — are available at modest daily rates, letting you customise your setup to match your group and route.

The Cross-Border Specialists

Africa on Wheels stands out as one of the few Namibia operators that permits cross-border travel to all neighbouring countries — and beyond. Their vehicles are allowed in Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and even Angola (at a higher permit fee). This makes Africa on Wheels the go-to choice for multi-country overland expeditions: Namibia-Botswana circuits via the Caprivi Strip, Namibia-to-Cape Town routes through South Africa, or adventurous Angola expeditions that most operators simply won't support.

Cross-border permits cost N$500 per country (N$1,000 for Angola) and must be arranged at booking. This transparent pricing, combined with the breadth of permitted destinations, makes Africa on Wheels uniquely positioned for ambitious Southern African itineraries.

Trilingual, Customer-First Service

Africa on Wheels' team speaks English, German, and Afrikaans — covering the three most common languages among Namibia's international and domestic visitors. Customer care is a stated top priority, and the company strives to deliver the best service for an enjoyable holiday experience. Flexible pricing structures are available for long-term rentals, group bookings, and solo travellers, making it adaptable to a wide range of travel plans and budgets.