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Karakoles 4x4 RentalsCarrera 24b # 2A 175, Barrio Miraflores, Cali
The rental company
Karakoles, the roof-tent 4x4 in Colombia
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals rents 4x4s fitted with a roof tent in Colombia, a formula designed for travellers who want to sleep as close as possible to the landscape. Two departure cities appear in our data: Bogotá, on the high Andean plateau, and Cali, in the Cauca valley, where the depot is located in the Miraflores neighbourhood.
Two models are offered, both with an automatic gearbox: the Renault Alaskan pick-up, with three seats and three berths, and the Toyota Land Cruiser, which takes four travellers for driving as well as sleeping. The rental company advertises carefully maintained vehicles and a team available to suggest routes.
Between the two depots lies a large part of the Colombian Andes: the coffee region around Salento and the Cocora valley, the Tatacoa desert further south, or Villa de Leyva north of Bogotá. Mileage, excess and security deposit are shown in each offer: CoolDrive does not yet have any records for this rental company.
Our verdict: an original offer, made for independent travellers who enjoy dirt tracks and organised wild camping. Its limits: a range of two vehicles, no more than four berths and simpler comfort than an RV, generally with no bathroom on board.
Rental company profile
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether Karakoles 4x4 Rentals suits your trip.
General information
- Brand
- Karakoles 4x4 Rentals · rental company specialising in fitted-out 4x4s
- Vehicle type
- 4x4 with roof tent
- Models
- Renault Alaskan, Toyota Land Cruiser · in Rooftop Camper version
- Seats and berths
- 3 or 4 · three in the Alaskan, four in the Land Cruiser
- Gearbox
- Automatic · for both models
Rental conditions
- Mileage
- Shown in each offer · no CoolDrive records for now
- Excess and security deposit
- Specified in the offer · amount and payment method
- Age and licence
- According to the offer’s terms · along with the documents required from foreign drivers
- Dirt tracks
- Use to check in the offer · authorised roads and any exclusions
- One-way hire
- Only if the offer allows it · between Bogotá and Cali, for example
Insurance and extras
- Camping equipment
- Detailed in the offer · inventory to check at departure
- Routes
- Advice from the team · according to the rental company
Network and availability
- Bogotá
- 1 depot · address given at booking
- Cali
- Carrera 24b # 2A 175, Barrio Miraflores · rental company’s depot
- Airports
- No airport depot · according to our data
The fleet
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals vehicles in Colombia
Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.
4x4 with roof tent
Branches
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals branches in Colombia
1 delivery city
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals has no physical branch in these cities: the company delivers the vehicle there, at a time and place agreed with you after booking. They are available as pick-up locations in the search form, which shows availability and the price, delivery included.
Our view
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals is ideal if…
- You want to sleep on the roof of your 4x4, facing the mountains or the coffee plantations
- You are landing in Bogotá or Cali and want to set off straight away
- You prefer an automatic gearbox for mountain roads
- There are two, three or four of you and you like off-the-beaten-track routes
- You are heading for the Tatacoa, San Agustín or the tracks of the cordillera
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals is not ideal if…
- There are five or more of you
- You insist on a shower and toilet on board
- Your trip starts in Medellín or on the Caribbean coast, with no Karakoles depot in our data
- You want to collect the vehicle as you leave the airport
- Putting up and folding away a tent every day puts you off
Practical tips
Our tips for booking with Karakoles 4x4 Rentals
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Count in hours, not kilometres
Andean roads string together passes, bends and long queues of lorries: a stage that looks short on the map can take all day. Between Bogotá and Cali, allow at least one night on the way, for example in the coffee region, rather than doing it all in one go.
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Drive by day
Fog at altitude, poorly lit vehicles, animals on the road: night driving is not advised on Colombian mountain roads. Plan your stages so you reach your overnight spot before nightfall, which comes early all year round at these latitudes.
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Keep pesos for tolls
Colombia’s main roads are dotted with closely spaced toll booths. Keep some pesos in cash in the glove box. Also ask the rental company about pico y placa, the number-plate-based driving restrictions applied in Bogotá, Cali and other cities.
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Try the tent before leaving the depot
Have the roof tent unfolded and folded away in front of you, then do it again yourself. Check the ladder, mattress, stove and the rest of the inventory included in the offer, photograph the bodywork and note the assistance number. Doing this on site is much easier than on the first evening in the rain.
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Choose the dry season
In the Andean region, the driest periods generally fall from December to March and in July-August. April-May and October-November are wetter: muddy tracks and landslides are more frequent then. A roof tent is much more enjoyable in dry weather.
What travellers ask
Your questions about Karakoles 4x4 Rentals
Where can I collect a Karakoles 4x4 in Colombia?
Two departure cities appear in our data: Bogotá, whose address is provided at booking, and Cali, with a depot at Carrera 24b # 2A 175, in the Miraflores neighbourhood. Neither is located at an airport: allow for a taxi or a transfer, and ask our experts the best way to reach the depot.
Which vehicles does Karakoles offer?
Two 4x4s with roof tents, both with an automatic gearbox. The Renault Alaskan Rooftop Camper, a pick-up, has three seats and three berths. The Toyota Landcruiser Rooftop Camper offers four of each. You sleep on the roof, in the unfolded tent; the camping equipment provided is detailed in each offer.
Can I drive on dirt tracks with a Karakoles 4x4?
The vehicles are designed for varied terrain, and the rental company highlights routes away from the main roads. The conditions of use remain those of the offer: some rental companies exclude certain roads or fords from the insurance. Read this clause before planning the Tatacoa or the tracks of the cordillera.
Can I depart from Bogotá and return the 4x4 in Cali?
Only if the offer allows it. Enter Cali as your return city in the search: compatible offers are shown with any one-way fees. Otherwise, a loop from Bogotá via Villa de Leyva and the Tatacoa, or from Cali via the coffee region and San Agustín, avoids an empty return trip.
How much does a Karakoles hire cost in Colombia?
CoolDrive does not yet have any recorded prices for Karakoles 4x4 Rentals. The price depends on the model, the length of hire and the period. Enter your departure city, Bogotá or Cali, and your dates: the search then gives the amount of each offer, mandatory fees included, and the extras available.
Verified customer reviews
They rented with Karakoles 4x4 Rentals
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818 reviews
Public rating of Karakoles 4x4 Rentals
Public rating of the rental company: 5.0/5 (9 reviews)
- Tripadvisor 5.0/5 9 reviews
Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.
First rental of this type of vehicle in a professional context where the rental must take place from France to Canada. Many questions and Cooldrive (Marlène) has been a valuable support in guiding my choices. Efficiency and responsiveness beforehand, and on-site a vehicle and service that met our expectations. No complaints. Great!
Alain L.
Canada · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Too rigid computer system
Eric L.
Portugal · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés
Very good customer experience with Cooldrive. I highly recommend it! Thanks to the team who were attentive and available for organizing my trip to Canada.
B.
Canada · Oct 2025
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Frequently asked questions
FAQ — Karakoles 4x4 Rentals 4x4 camper hire in Colombia
Why book Karakoles 4x4 Rentals with CoolDrive?
CoolDrive shows the price of the Karakoles offer with mandatory fees included, and you book with experts who know this type of trip. They help you choose between the Alaskan and the Land Cruiser, read the terms on dirt tracks, the excess and one-way hire, and plan a realistic route through the Andes.
How do you sleep in a 4x4 with a roof tent?
The tent unfolds on the roof in a few minutes and you climb in by a ladder. The mattress stays in place, so you avoid sleeping on the ground, sheltered from damp and insects. At altitude, nights are cool, even in the tropics: bring warm clothes and a good sleeping bag.
Do I need an international licence to drive in Colombia?
Requirements depend on your nationality and the length of your stay, and the rental company may ask for specific documents. An international licence, in addition to your national licence, makes roadside checks easier. The documents required are specified in the offer’s terms: check them before departure and bring your passport.
Where can I spend the night with a Karakoles 4x4?
Colombia has campsites, especially in tourist areas such as the coffee region or Villa de Leyva, and fincas and guesthouses often accept travellers with vehicles for a small contribution. Always ask permission before setting up and choose guarded places, particularly near cities.
Which routes from Bogotá or Cali?
From Bogotá, Villa de Leyva and the Guatavita lagoon are a few hours away, the Tatacoa desert a little further south. From Cali, the coffee region, Salento and the wax palms of the Cocora valley, or the San Agustín archaeological park, lend themselves well to a two-week loop.
What should I do in the event of a breakdown or puncture?
Before setting off, note the rental company’s assistance number and check the spare wheel, jack and tools. If there is a problem, call the rental company before any repair, take photos and keep the invoices. On isolated roads, set off with a full tank and water: petrol stations can be far apart.
About us
Karakoles 4x4 Rentals in Colombia with CoolDrive Nomad
In Colombia, Karakoles 4x4 Rentals offers a different way of travelling from the RV: the 4x4 with a roof tent. Its two automatic models, the Renault Alaskan for three and the Toyota Land Cruiser for four, depart from Bogotá and Cali, two gateways to the Andes, the coffee region, the Tatacoa or San Agustín.
On CoolDrive Nomad, you see the price of the offer with mandatory fees included, with details of the mileage, excess, security deposit and conditions of use on dirt tracks. Our experts help you choose the vehicle, the departure city and a pace suited to mountain roads. To get the price for your dates, run a search from Bogotá or Cali.