Caprivi 4x4 hire in Namibia: Hilux rooftop tent, depots

Q: What is the difference between groups 3 and 4 at Caprivi?

They are the same Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4x4 2.4l, but group 3 has a manual gearbox and group 4 an automatic. An automatic makes driving easier in sand and on rocky climbs, especially for anyone who has never driven on the left. A manual suits drivers used to off-roading.

Q: Where can I collect a Caprivi 4x4 in Namibia?

The main depot is in Windhoek, at 8 Bessemer Street. Four other cities are listed: Swakopmund and Walvis Bay on the coast, Lüderitz in the south and Katima Mulilo in the north-east. For those four, the exact address of the handover point is not published: it is sent to you with the booking confirmation.

Q: Can four people sleep in a Caprivi Hilux?

Yes, with a vehicle from the B groups (3B or 4B), advertised with four berths; the configuration of the rooftop tent or tents is described in the offer. The A groups only accommodate two people. Some B vehicles have five seats, others four: check this point if you are five.

The rental company

Caprivi Car Hire, Hilux equipped for the Namibian bush

Caprivi Car Hire is a Namibian 4x4 rental company whose main depot is in Windhoek, on Bessemer Street. Its name recalls the former Caprivi Strip, now the Zambezi Region, in the north-east of the country. Besides the capital, four other departure cities are listed: Swakopmund and Walvis Bay on the Atlantic coast, Lüderitz in the south, and Katima Mulilo, on the doorstep of Zambia and Botswana.

The fleet relies almost entirely on the Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4x4 2.4l. In its camping version, with rooftop tent, it comes in groups A, with two berths, and B, with four berths, with a manual gearbox (group 3) or automatic (group 4). Budget versions exist for several groups. They are joined by an automatic Toyota Fortuner and Hilux models without sleeping accommodation, for those staying in lodges.

CoolDrive did not record any Caprivi offer in October 2026: kilometres included, excess and camping equipment should be checked in each offer.

Our verdict: a wide choice built around a pick-up proven on African tracks, and unusual departure points, such as Lüderitz or Katima Mulilo. On the other hand, no Land Cruiser or more spacious vehicle is offered, and the addresses outside Windhoek remain to be confirmed when booking.

Rental company profile

Caprivi in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Caprivi suits your trip.

General information

Brand: Caprivi Car Hire · 4x4 rental company based in Windhoek
Main vehicle: Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4x4 2.4l · with rooftop tent or without sleeping accommodation
Camping groups: 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B · 3 with manual gearbox, 4 with automatic
Berths: 2 (A groups) or 4 (B groups) · 4 or 5 seats depending on the version
Other vehicles: Automatic Toyota Fortuner, Hilux without sleeping accommodation · for a tour staying in lodges or equipped campsites
Budget versions: For several groups · compare the vehicle's year in the offer
Official website: caprivicarhire.com

Rental conditions

Mileage: Stated in each offer · no offer recorded in October 2026
Excess and security deposit: Depending on the offer and the insurance chosen · credit card essential
Age and licence: Specified in the offer · international driving permit recommended depending on your country
Border crossing: With the rental company's permission · documents and fees to plan for, check in the offer
Driving: On the left · gravel roads on much of the network

Insurance and extras

Camping equipment: Rooftop tent on groups A and B · exact contents of the kit detailed in the offer
Insurance: Options available · compare before confirming

Network and availability

Windhoek: Bessemer Street 8 · main depot
Atlantic coast: Swakopmund and Walvis Bay · exact address sent with the booking
South: Lüderitz · exact address sent with the booking
North-east: Katima Mulilo · Zambezi Region, near Zambia and Botswana

The fleet

Caprivi vehicles in Namibia

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

SUV

Utility vehicle

Branches

Caprivi branches in Namibia

Windhoek

Caprivi Car Hire

Bessemer Street 8, Windhoek

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4 delivery cities

Caprivi 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.

Network

Caprivi also operates in 7 other countries

Comparison

Caprivi compared with other rental companies in Namibia

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
Caprivi	Toyota Hilux Double Cab with rooftop tent, Fortuner	Not recorded: see each offer	Manual or automatic Hilux, 5 cities including Katima Mulilo
Asco	Hilux and Hilux Safari, Land Cruiser, FJ Cruiser, Budget range	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	All automatic, 18 cities
Africa on Wheels	Hilux, Land Cruiser 76 and 79, Fortuner, 11-seat Quantum	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Large groups and varied 4x4s, 10 cities
Bushlore Africa	Hilux GD6 Camp and Bush Camper, Land Cruiser 79	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Bush Camper units, 4 cities
Britz	Hilux Soft Shell, Hard Shell and Navi, Suzuki Jimny, Fortuner	Unlimited in 100% of the offers recorded	Choice of tents and sizes, 3 cities

Our view

Caprivi: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Caprivi is ideal if…

You want to sleep on the roof of your 4x4, as close as possible to the bush
You prefer an automatic gearbox for sand and dirt tracks
You are travelling as four and want two rooftop tents on the same vehicle
You dream of the Okavango Delta, Chobe or Victoria Falls, setting off from Katima Mulilo
You want to start with the Skeleton Coast or the Namib Desert from Swakopmund
You are staying in lodges and simply want a reliable 4x4: the Fortuner or the Hilux without sleeping accommodation will do

Caprivi is not ideal if…

You want a vehicle you can stand up in, with an indoor kitchen and shower room
You are travelling as five or more and all want to sleep in the vehicle
You prefer a Land Cruiser for the toughest tracks of Kaokoland
You want to know the mileage included before even running a search

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Caprivi

Group A or B, manual or automatic

The logic of the Caprivi groups is simple: the number indicates the gearbox (3 for manual, 4 for automatic), the letter the number of berths (A for two, B for four). Also look out for the Budget label and the vehicle's year, shown in each offer, before comparing.
The Zambezi, a region apart

Setting off from Katima Mulilo means starting with rivers, marshes and the Bwabwata, Mudumu or Nkasa Rupara parks, far from the deserts of the south. The rainy season makes some tracks muddy there from November to April, and malaria is present: see a doctor before you leave.
Ask for cross-border papers when booking

From the Zambezi Region, Botswana and Zambia are a few dozen kilometres away. A border crossing generally requires a letter of authorisation from the rental company and road fees at the border post. Mention your plans when booking: the countries accepted are listed in the offer terms.
Test the fridge and the auxiliary battery

At departure, have the rooftop tent opened and closed in front of you, connect the fridge to the auxiliary battery and check that it cools. Check the spare wheel or wheels, the jack, the compressor if there is one, and the inventory of the camping kit. Note the rental company's assistance number.
Gravel, fuel and nightfall

On gravel roads, drive well below the legal limit and slow down before every bend or dip. Fill up whenever you can, as petrol stations are scarce between Lüderitz and the Fish River Canyon, as well as in the north-west. Avoid driving at night: livestock and wild animals cross without warning.
Read the breakdown of fees before confirming

Additional insurance, border crossing fees, cleaning, return to another city: these lines change the final budget. They are shown in the details of each CoolDrive offer. Take the time to compare them and put your questions to our experts before confirming your booking.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Caprivi

How much does a Caprivi hire cost in Namibia?

As there is no Caprivi offer in our October 2026 records, this page does not put forward any amount. The rate varies according to the group, the gearbox, whether or not it is a Budget version, the departure city and the season, with July to October being the period of highest demand. A search with your dates displays the price, mandatory fees included.

What is the difference between groups 3 and 4 at Caprivi?

They are the same Toyota Hilux Double Cab 4x4 2.4l, but group 3 has a manual gearbox and group 4 an automatic. An automatic makes driving easier in sand and on rocky climbs, especially for anyone who has never driven on the left. A manual suits drivers used to off-roading.

Where can I collect a Caprivi 4x4 in Namibia?

The main depot is in Windhoek, at 8 Bessemer Street. Four other cities are listed: Swakopmund and Walvis Bay on the coast, Lüderitz in the south and Katima Mulilo in the north-east. For those four, the exact address of the handover point is not published: it is sent to you with the booking confirmation.

Can four people sleep in a Caprivi Hilux?

Yes, with a vehicle from the B groups (3B or 4B), advertised with four berths; the configuration of the rooftop tent or tents is described in the offer. The A groups only accommodate two people. Some B vehicles have five seats, others four: check this point if you are five.

Which route should I take from Katima Mulilo?

Katima Mulilo opens onto a circuit very different from the deep south: the Bwabwata and Nkasa Rupara parks, the banks of the Zambezi and the Kwando, then, subject to the rental company's permission, Chobe in Botswana or Victoria Falls. Returning afterwards towards Etosha and Windhoek represents more than 1,000 km: allow at least two weeks.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Caprivi

4.3

818 reviews

Everything was quick and quite simple. Just a small downside upon arrival, we waited a good amount of time before being taken care of.

Anne D.

Namibia · Oct 2025

Avis Vérifiés

Easy communication, in French

Emmanuel R.

Namibia · Sep 2025

Avis Vérifiés

impeccable service with good responsiveness

Namibia · May 2025

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Caprivi 4x4 hire in Namibia

Why book Caprivi with CoolDrive in Namibia?

CoolDrive presents the Caprivi Hilux alongside the vehicles of Asco, Africa on Wheels, Bushlore Africa or Britz, for your dates and your departure city. You can see the berths, gearbox and terms at a glance, with a rate that includes mandatory fees. Our experts then help you finalise your route and extras.

Is mileage unlimited with Caprivi?

Our October 2026 records contain no Caprivi offer: we cannot say. Yet Namibian distances are considerable, and a Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Etosha loop easily exceeds 2,500 km. Read each offer's mileage allowance and the price per extra kilometre before choosing, especially for a long tour.

What excess and security deposit apply with Caprivi?

These amounts do not appear in our data. Each offer specifies the excess, the security deposit charged or held at departure and any insurance that reduces it. Gravel tracks put windscreens and tyres at risk: read what each package covers and bring a credit card with a sufficient limit.

Can I collect the 4x4 in Windhoek and return it in Katima Mulilo?

With five departure cities, the idea of a one-way hire towards the north-east or the coast comes naturally. It is not guaranteed, however, and one-way fees often apply in Namibia. Enter the desired return city in the search: only the offers that accept it will appear, with their cost.

When should I travel to Namibia with a Caprivi 4x4?

The dry season, from May to October, makes it easier to watch wildlife in Etosha and the Zambezi Region. Nights from June to August are cold in the desert: bring warm sleeping bags for the rooftop tent. The southern summer, from November to April, brings high temperatures and showers, above all in the northern regions.

Do I need experience to drive a Hilux on Namibian tracks?

Not necessarily, but caution. You drive on the left, most secondary roads are gravel and sand appears around Sossusvlei or in the north. Adapt your speed, deflate the tyres in deep sand if the rental company explains how, and ask for a demonstration of engaging 4x4 mode at departure.

About us

A Caprivi 4x4 in Namibia, booked with CoolDrive Nomad

From Windhoek, Caprivi Car Hire hires out Toyota Hilux Double Cabs fitted with a rooftop tent, with two or four berths, manual or automatic, as well as a Fortuner and Hilux models without sleeping accommodation. Its departures cover the capital, the Atlantic coast with Swakopmund and Walvis Bay, the south with Lüderitz and the north-east with Katima Mulilo, from where you can reach the Zambezi, Botswana or Zambia.

On CoolDrive Nomad, these vehicles can be compared with those of Asco, Africa on Wheels, Bushlore Africa and Britz, with prices that include mandatory fees. As our October 2026 records contain no Caprivi offer, the mileage, excess and contents of the camping kit can be viewed in each result. Our experts help you choose the group and the departure city according to your route.

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