Bushlore Africa in Kenya: 4x4 camper from Nairobi

The rental company

Setting off from Nairobi in a bush 4x4

Bushlore Africa has a single location in Kenya, Nairobi. No depot address appears in our data: the place where you collect the 4x4, whether a depot, delivery or a meeting point, is set at booking. From the capital, the Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha are about two hours away, Amboseli and the Masai Mara a good half-day’s drive.

The prices recorded on 29 October 2026 cover ten versions for four departures spread from January to October 2027, each over 15 days. The cheapest, the two-person Hilux Camp, starts at €457 a day; the automatic single-cab Land Cruiser 79 Bush Camper reaches €656. Allow about €559 a day on average, noticeably more than for the same models in Malawi or South Africa.

As for conditions, each of the 40 offers includes unlimited mileage, and the excess is around €1,619. Safari Masters, also present in Nairobi in our catalogue, is worth comparing for your dates.

Our view: a good tool for a self-drive safari, with the freedom to sleep in the parks’ campsites. The daily price weighs heavily on a long stay, and driving in Nairobi and on the Mombasa road takes some nerve.

Rental company profile

Bushlore Africa in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Bushlore Africa suits your trip.

General information

Range recorded: Hilux 2.4 GD6, Land Cruiser 79 · ten Camp or Bush Camper versions

Rental conditions

Daily price: €457 to €656 · recorded on 29 October 2026, 15 days, departures from January to October 2027
Average observed: About €559 a day · all versions and dates combined
Excess: About €1,619 · any waiver option specified in the offer
Driving side: Left · right-hand drive, as in southern Africa

Insurance and extras

Capacity: 2 or 4 berths · “2 pax” or “4 pax” versions

Network and availability

Pick-up: Nairobi · exact location set at booking
Other rental company in Nairobi: Safari Masters · to compare for the same dates

Observed prices

Prices recorded at Bushlore Africa in Kenya

Vehicle	Winter July	Spring October	Summer January	Autumn April
Campervan	from €553/day median €598/day	from €553/day median €598/day	from €457/day median €504/day	from €495/day median €538/day

Daily prices recorded at Bushlore Africa on October 29, 2026 for a 15-day rental from its branches in Kenya: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,619.

Delivery

Where Bushlore Africa delivers its vehicles in Kenya

1 delivery city

Bushlore Africa 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.

Nairobi

Network

Bushlore Africa also operates in 8 other countries

Our view

Bushlore Africa: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Bushlore Africa is ideal if…

You want to sleep in the parks’ public campsites rather than in lodges
Your route links Lake Naivasha, Nakuru and the Masai Mara
You are aiming for the Great Migration while keeping control of your game drive times

Bushlore Africa is not ideal if…

You are going for three weeks or more: above €450 a day, the bill climbs quickly
The heavy traffic of Nairobi and the main roads puts you off

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Bushlore Africa

Avoid the heavy rains

Kenya has two rainy seasons: the long rains, from March to May, and the short rains, generally in November and December. The tracks of the Mara or Samburu then become slippery. The dry months, from June to October and in January–February, are far better suited to a trip with a rooftop tent.
Plan for electronic payment at the parks

Entrance fees for Kenya’s national parks are generally paid electronically, and cash is less and less accepted at the gates. Check the arrangements for each park or reserve before you leave, particularly for the Masai Mara, managed by Narok County.
Leave Nairobi at dawn

Traffic jams in the capital can cost several hours. Collect the vehicle the day before if possible, then leave the city early in the morning: you will reach the Mara or Amboseli before the gates close, without driving at night.
Take the altitude into account

Nairobi and the highlands lie above 1,500 metres: nights there stay cool all year round, even more so at the foot of Mount Kenya. Bring a warm sleeping bag, even if the safari days are scorching.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Bushlore Africa

How much does hire in Nairobi cost?

For a 15-day hire, our October 2026 records give an entry price of €457 a day for the two-person Hilux Camp, about €514 on average depending on the date. The Land Cruiser 79s are higher, up to €656 for the automatic single-cab Bush Camper version. Enter your own dates: the search shows the corresponding price.

How long does it take to reach the major parks from Nairobi?

Nairobi National Park can be visited on the very first day, on the edge of the city. Allow about two hours for Lake Naivasha, four to five hours for Amboseli, at the foot of Kilimanjaro, and a full day for the Masai Mara, where the end of the journey is often bumpy. Samburu, to the north, is a day’s drive via the Mount Kenya road.

Which version should you choose for a Kenyan safari?

For two people, a Hilux Camp is enough for most parks. The Land Cruiser 79 has the edge on the rougher tracks of the north or in the wet season. For four, take a “4 pax” version and check the space left for luggage and water supplies.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Bushlore Africa

4.3

818 reviews

Public rating of Bushlore Africa

4.5/5 (133 reviews)

Tripadvisor 4.6/5 58 reviews
Tripadvisor 4.5/5 57 reviews
Trustpilot 4.5/5 18 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.

Canada · Oct 2025

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper hire in Kenya

Can you extend the trip into Tanzania?

The Serengeti or Kilimanjaro often tempt travellers, but crossing the border in a hire vehicle requires the rental company’s approval, specific documents and taxes on the Tanzanian side. These points are governed by the offer’s conditions: check them, and ask our experts before building your itinerary.

Do you need an international driving permit in Kenya?

Your national licence, accompanied by an international driving permit, remains the safest combination for hiring and driving in the country. The minimum age and driving experience required by the rental company are stated in the offer.

Can you sleep in the parks with the 4x4?

The parks and reserves have public campsites and secluded pitches, known as “special campsites”, which must be booked in advance. Sleeping inside saves you daily round trips to the gates. Wild camping outside these sites is not permitted in protected areas.

About us

Hire a Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper in Kenya with CoolDrive Nomad

From Nairobi, Bushlore Africa opens up Kenya’s great parks with a Toyota ready for nights in the bush, unlimited mileage included. The ten versions recorded in October 2026 cost from €457 to €656 a day over 15 days, and the excess is close to €1,619. CoolDrive Nomad presents them alongside Safari Masters’ offers for your dates, and our experts arrange the vehicle handover with you. To discover the brand and its models in detail, see its main page, centred on South Africa.

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