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!
Bushlore Africa in Mozambique: three departure points on the coast
In Mozambique, Bushlore Africa offers its Toyota 4x4s equipped for camping in three towns spread along the coast: Maputo, the capital, in the far south and less than 100 km from the South African border, Vilanculos, facing the Bazaruto Archipelago, and Pemba, in the far north. The exact handover point, whether a depot, delivery or a meeting place, is confirmed when you book.
Between the south and the centre of the country, the price gap is clear. In October 2026, for test departures from January to October 2027 and a 15-day hire, CoolDrive recorded a minimum of around €156 a day in Maputo and an average of €252. In Vilanculos, expect at least €216 and around €314 on average, roughly sixty euros more each day. No price has been recorded in Pemba yet.
Ten models appear in our Mozambique records, from the Hilux Camp for two to the Land Cruiser 79 Bush Camper with automatic transmission. All 80 offers include unlimited mileage, with an excess of around €1,631.
Our view: Maputo is the obvious choice on a tight budget and for anyone who wants to link the southern beaches with nearby Kruger National Park, if the offer allows you to leave the country. Vilanculos saves around 700 km of national road for those heading straight for Bazaruto and the centre, at the cost of a more expensive hire. Bear in mind: slow journeys, a pronounced rainy season and Land Cruisers that cost noticeably more than the Hilux.
Bushlore Africa in detail: what you need to know
The key facts to decide whether Bushlore Africa suits your trip.
General information
- Range recorded in Mozambique
- 10 models · Hilux 2.4 GD6 and Land Cruiser 79, in Camp or Bush Camper versions
Rental conditions
- Prices in Maputo
- €156 to €343 a day · average of €252 over 15 days, departures from January to October 2027
- Prices in Vilanculos
- €216 to €407 a day · average €314, same durations and same dates
- Excess
- Around €1,631 · same amount in Maputo and Vilanculos
- Driving side
- Left · as in South Africa and Eswatini
Insurance and extras
- Berths
- 2 or 4 · up to five seats in the double cabs
Network and availability
- Maputo
- Far south · less than 100 km from the Ressano Garcia border post
- Vilanculos
- Inhambane Province · departure point for boats to Bazaruto
- Pemba
- Cabo Delgado Province · departure offered, no price recorded yet
Prices recorded at Bushlore Africa in Mozambique
| Vehicle | Winter July | Spring October | Summer January | Autumn April |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Campervan | from €240/day median €316/day | from €240/day median €316/day | from €157/day median €222/day | from €194/day median €266/day |
Daily prices recorded at Bushlore Africa on October 21, 2026 for a 15-day rental from its branches in Mozambique: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €1,632.
Where Bushlore Africa delivers its vehicles in Mozambique
3 delivery cities
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.
Bushlore Africa: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?
Bushlore Africa is ideal if…
- You want to string together Ponta do Ouro, Bilene and Tofo from the capital
- Your trip starts in Vilanculos, for the Bazaruto Archipelago and the Inhambane coast
- Long stages on the EN1 national road lie ahead: no kilometres are counted
- Sleeping on the roof of a 4x4 by the beach appeals to you
Bushlore Africa is not ideal if…
- You are travelling between January and March, when rain and cyclones threaten the coast
- You are heading for Pemba and want a price range before searching: none has been recorded yet
Our tips for booking with Bushlore Africa
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Weigh up distance and price before choosing the town
Over 15 days, starting from Vilanculos rather than Maputo costs around €930 more according to our averages. In return, you avoid roughly 700 km of driving each way if the centre of the country is your only goal. Count your driving days: on the EN1, a distance like that is rarely covered in a single stage.
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In Maputo National Park, the sand is in charge
South of the capital, the former Maputo Special Reserve can only be explored by 4x4, on tracks of deep sand. Engage four-wheel drive before entering, keep a steady pace and follow the tyre pressure instructions given when you collect the vehicle.
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Check the triangles and vest before setting off
Mozambican traffic law requires two warning triangles and a reflective vest on board, and police checks are frequent. Check they are there at handover, and keep your licence, the vehicle papers and the insurance certificate within easy reach.
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Choose the southern winter
Between May and October, the air is drier, the nights in the tent cooler and the tracks easier to drive. The rainy season generally runs from November to March, with a risk of cyclones on the coast at the height of the southern summer: that is the period to avoid for a roof-tent trip.
Your questions about Bushlore Africa
What budget for a Bushlore Africa 4x4 in Mozambique?
According to our October 2026 records, for 15-day hires starting between January and October 2027, a day costs €156 at the lowest in Maputo and €216 at the lowest in Vilanculos. Averages are around €252 and €314, and the top of the range reaches €407. Your own dates give the exact price, mandatory fees included.
Maputo or Vilanculos: where should you collect the vehicle?
Maputo is the cheapest departure point recorded and the most practical for combining southern Mozambique with South Africa or Eswatini. Vilanculos suits a stay focused on Bazaruto, Inhambane and Tofo, without the long drive up from the capital. Run the search for both towns on your dates before deciding.
Which model is cheapest in Mozambique?
The Hilux 2.4 GD6 Camp 2 pax, with a roof tent for two, has the lowest average in our records, around €238 a day. At the other end, the Land Cruiser 79 single cab Bush Camper with automatic transmission comes to around €339. In between, the versions for four generally add a few dozen euros a day.
Can you depart from Pemba?
Pemba is one of Bushlore Africa's departure towns, but no price has been recorded there yet: the search will tell you what is available on your dates. The town gives access to the Quirimbas Archipelago. For Cabo Delgado Province, check your foreign ministry's travel advice before settling on an itinerary.
They rented with Bushlore Africa
Public rating of Bushlore Africa
Public rating of the rental company: 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.
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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.
FAQ — Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper hire in Mozambique
Where do you collect the 4x4 in Mozambique?
For each of the three towns, the address or meeting place is given to you with the booking. Once it is confirmed, our experts help you set the handover time, for example around your flight's arrival in Maputo or Vilanculos.
Can you cross into South Africa or Eswatini?
Leaving the country is only possible if the offer provides for it; it then specifies the countries allowed, the papers to take and any cost. If it is permitted, Ressano Garcia leads to Komatipoort and southern Kruger, and the Giriyondo border post links Limpopo National Park with Kruger. Check the border opening hours, which are shorter than on the main routes.
What deposit should you expect for a 4x4 hired in Mozambique?
Our records show an excess of around €1,631 across all models. The deposit required at departure is stated in the offer and is generally paid by credit card: make sure your limit is high enough, and ask our experts about the excess reduction options offered.
Do you need an international driving permit in Mozambique?
It is strongly recommended in addition to your national licence: the official language is Portuguese, and the translated document makes roadside checks easier. The minimum age and length of licence holding required by the rental company are stated in each offer.
Hire a Bushlore Africa 4x4 camper in Mozambique with CoolDrive Nomad
In Mozambique, Bushlore Africa offers its roof-tent Hilux and Land Cruiser 79 in Maputo, Vilanculos and Pemba. Our October 2026 records put the daily price between €156 and €407 depending on the town, the model and the date, unlimited mileage included, with a clear price advantage when departing from the capital. A single CoolDrive search sets them against the 4x4s from Britz or Caprivi, then our experts help you organise the handover on site. To discover the brand itself and its full range, see its main South African page.