Unlimited mileage in Nairobi means your hire has no daily kilometre limit and no per-kilometre charge. Barguts Tours includes unlimited mileage on every quote, so the price you agree is the price you pay, whatever distance you drive. Fuel is the one running cost you pay separately. This guide explains what the policy covers, which vehicles it applies to, what the rates are, and what to confirm before you collect the car.
Unlimited mileage means the daily rate covers every kilometre you drive during the hire.
What Does Unlimited Mileage Mean in a Nairobi Car Hire?
Unlimited mileage is a hire policy with no kilometre cap, so you drive any distance within the hire period without a per-kilometre charge at return. The daily rate is the total hire cost for distance. You do not receive a separate bill for kilometres.
Per-kilometre billing works differently. A capped hire sets a daily allowance, and every kilometre above it is charged on return. Unlimited mileage removes that variable. It suits road trips, upcountry circuits, and any itinerary where the driving distance is hard to predict.
Which Barguts Tours Vehicles Come With Unlimited Mileage?
Every vehicle in the Barguts Tours fleet is quoted with unlimited mileage. Vehicle classes run from economy saloons to 4x4s and minibuses.
Upcountry circuits and safari routes are priced without a per-kilometre charge.
The Barguts Tours vehicle categories available with unlimited mileage are:
Economy saloons: Toyota Axio, Toyota Vitz, and Honda Fit for city errands and short trips.
Comfortable saloons: Toyota Premio for airport and corporate transfers.
Small SUVs: Toyota RAV4 and Nissan X-Trail for upcountry and semi-rough roads.
Safari 4x4s: Toyota Prado TX and Land Cruiser for national parks and murram tracks.
Vans and minibuses: Toyota Noah, Toyota Voxy, and 14-Seater for groups.
Fleet availability peaks from June to August (safari season) and December to January. Reserve your model in advance. Check the full range on the SUV fleet page and the 4×4 fleet page.
Do SUVs and 4x4s Qualify for the Unlimited Mileage Rate?
Yes, SUVs and 4x4s qualify for unlimited mileage at Barguts Tours, and the rate is the same policy as saloons. The daily price is higher for larger vehicles. A Prado TX is the standard choice for national parks, where murram roads are common.
How Much Does Unlimited Mileage Car Hire Cost?
Unlimited mileage car hire at Barguts Tours starts from KES 3,500 per day for an economy saloon, with a 4×4 at KES 12,000 per day. These are vehicle-only rates. The driver is charged separately at KES 3,000 for up to 12 hours or KES 4,000 for a full day.
Vehicle
Example Model
Seats
Daily Rate (KES, vehicle only)
Economy saloon
Toyota Axio
4
3,500
Comfortable saloon
Toyota Premio
4
5,500
Small SUV
Toyota RAV4
5
7,000
Safari 4×4
Toyota Prado TX (standard)
5
12,000
Safari 4×4
Toyota Prado TX (sunroof)
5
14,000
Van
Toyota Noah
6 to 8
8,000
The rates above apply from one day. Multi-day hire is quoted as a single line item covering the whole period. Rates can move with season and road conditions, so confirm the current figure before you book.
What Does Unlimited Mileage Not Cover?
Unlimited mileage removes the distance charge. It does not cover fuel. Fuel is paid separately, and you return the car with the same fuel level you collected it with.
Fuel is not part of the daily rate, so the car is returned at the same fuel level.
Fuel cost depends on the route and the vehicle. At Barguts Tours, the reference price is KES 217 per litre, and fuel use varies by model. A Toyota Axio uses about 6.5 litres per 100 km. A Prado TX uses about 12 litres per 100 km. A 540 km round trip from Nairobi to the Maasai Mara costs roughly KES 7,600 in an Axio and KES 14,000 in a Prado TX, before idle time. These figures use the distance-times-consumption method at KES 217 per litre.
Driver accommodation is also excluded on overnight hires outside Nairobi. You arrange that directly.
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Unlimited mileage suits trips where daily distance is high or hard to predict. Common examples include:
Nairobi to Maasai Mara, about 270 km one way via Narok, where a single travel day can exceed 250 km.
Nairobi to Mombasa, about 490 km one way on the A109.
Multi-stop upcountry circuits, such as Nairobi to Nakuru to Nanyuki.
Extended corporate or project hire, where the daily routes change from week to week.
Short city hires, such as an airport run or a single-destination day trip, rarely approach 250 km in a day. Unlimited mileage still applies to those hires, but the saving is smaller.
What Should You Confirm Before You Collect the Car?
Before you collect a Barguts Tours vehicle, confirm three things in writing.
The three checks every hirer should complete before collection are:
Confirm the fuel policy: you collect the car at a set fuel level and return it at the same level.
Confirm the excess amount: note the excess payable in a claim, and whether Collision Damage Waiver is included.
Confirm your route: tell Barguts Tours if you plan to drive inside a national park, so the driver can advise on road conditions.
A pre-drive walkthrough with the Barguts Tours team takes about 10 minutes. For the documents and eligibility checks, read the no-deposit guide. For self-drive terms, see self-drive car hire in Nairobi. Self-drive hire takes no deposit, except game-drive hire, which carries a refundable one. See the no-deposit guide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Unlimited Mileage Car Hire
The most common questions about unlimited mileage bookings in Nairobi cover fuel, licence eligibility, national park driving, and early returns.
Does Unlimited Mileage Include Driving Into National Parks?
Confirm this with Barguts Tours when you book. Unlimited mileage covers the distance you drive. Park access, track conditions, and park fees are separate questions. Tell the team which parks and routes you plan to use, so they can advise on the vehicle and route before departure.
Can Tourists Book Unlimited Mileage With a Foreign Driving Licence?
Yes, tourists with a valid foreign driving licence can book unlimited mileage self-drive hire at Barguts Tours. The licence must be in English or accompanied by an International Driving Permit (IDP). Bring the original licence and the IDP to collection. For full eligibility, see the no-deposit guide.
What Is the Fuel Policy on an Unlimited Mileage Car Hire?
The fuel policy is same-level return. You collect the car at a set fuel level and return it at the same level, paying for any fuel you use. Fuel is not part of the daily rate.
Can I Return the Vehicle Early on an Unlimited Mileage Booking?
Confirm early-return terms at booking, including whether the charge follows the agreed hire period. Ask before you confirm if your travel plans may change.
Sources
Insurance (Motor Vehicles Third Party Risks) Act, Cap 405, Laws of Kenya. Kenya Law (kenyalaw.org). Cited for statutory third-party cover.
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