How to rent a car in Georgia - review and tips on renting a car in Tbilisi
It is easier to explore Georgia in all its glory by car. We have collected everything you need to rent a car for you in one article. Find out how and how much it costs to rent a car, what documents and insurance are needed, why online rental is needed. Using our tips, you will avoid many mistakes and get an unforgettable travel experience.
Find out everything about car rental in Georgia⬇️
Georgia is full of beautiful places and it is considered a truly heavenly place to relax. If your journey is not limited to vacation in Tbilisi or in Batumi, we advise you to consider renting a car for independent travel around the country.
So, how to rent a car?
You can rent a transport for yourself to travel already upon arrival in the country or use online services.
More often, the second option turns out to be more profitable, since when renting on the spot, some companies may request an extended package of documents that you may not have.
The most reliable way is to contact international rental companies in your home country. On the official website of organizations, you can choose a car in advance, agree on booking and rental price. This method will allow you not to worry about the fact that another car will be brought to you, the cost will increase or they will refuse to provide services at all.
Rent a car online
- You will provide yourself with transport in advance, as the car will be waiting for you at the arrival point.
- Saving time. You will not have to spend your precious time searching for companies and completing documentation.
- Guarantees. Don't have to pay for taxi from the airport. You will know with confidence that the car is waiting for you at the designated place.
- Documentation. Having taken care in advance, you will have time to prepare and provide all the requested documents.
- Comfort. You will pick up the car yourself according to your preferences and technical characteristics. The sites indicate all the parameters of the available cars.
It is best to rent a car through an online service from popular and reliable companies. First you need to select the country and city on the official website, as well as specify the characteristics of the car: make, number of seats, year of manufacture and other data.
Do not forget to choose additional options, for example, a child safety seat, or a booster, most often they are paid at an increased cost. Be sure to save the contact details of the support service at the rental office, which representatives of the company should send by e-mail.
The cost of renting a car
We advise you to choose several companies that provide rental services, and compare prices. Now the market provides cars at a cost of 20-30 dollars per day. Compare all the necessary parameters, since when renting for a few days, the cost may decrease. And in an organization in which the day is cheaper, a car for the entire rental period may be more expensive than in an organization with a higher initial cost. In high season, cheap cars run out very quickly, so it's worth taking care of the rental in advance.
The main indicators affecting the cost:
- The rental period. This is the most important indicator, as it is often found that the longer you use the car, the lower the price for one day.
- Seasonality. In high season in any country, the cost of services increases significantly, Georgia is no exception.
- Car class. Economy, business or executive class, it's like on an airplane, you decide for yourself what is acceptable and more priority for you.
- Plans and "stuffing". The additional cost includes a child safety seat, a navigator and so on.
Documents for car rental
- A foreign passport.
- Rights.
- Credit card.
It is not necessary to obtain special international rights if you have a new-style Russian plastic rights, in which all the necessary parameters are spelled out in Latin. They have been issued since 2011. A deposit for the car will be required for registration. On average, it ranges from 5% to 25% of the cost of a rented car.
Tourists can rent a car if they are over 23 years old, with more than 3 years of driving experience.
Before renting, it is best to clarify the specific requirements of a certain company, they should be searched on the organization's website or call the hotline. Some rental offices in Georgia allow you to leave a deposit in cash.
How to choose a car rental company
There are many companies in the country, both international and local, providing rental services. You should not choose the first organization that comes across in the search engine. Compare several and choose the one that suits you. Compare both local and international companies, the price may differ, and not always in favor of domestic organizations, as there are often shares in large firms. Pay attention to the prepayment, for many companies it is 100%, for others it may vary from 20% and higher.
Also look at the amount of the deposit and where you will need to return the car if your departure is from another airport, whether it is possible to leave the car there.
And most importantly! Rental companies often limit the daily mileage. If it is set at the rate of 200 km per day, then everything that is rolled over will have to be paid additionally.
Insurance
CASCO or CTP are included in the rental price. However, they will be needed only in case of damage to the body, but they do not act on broken windows and damaged wheels, interior and bottom.
The most important thing is that in case of an accident, even if it was not your fault, the cost of repairing the damage will be deducted from the value of the deposit. Consider for yourself the option of SUPER CASCO insurance. Then you will be protected in any situation on the road.
In case of an accident, it is necessary to call the police to draw up a protocol. Common number, for cell phones 112. Before arrival, you should also immediately contact the managers from the rental company, they will help contact an insurance company. It is necessary to report a traffic accident to the organization that provides rental services, even if you yourself called the police and contacted the insurance company.
Georgia for drivers, how to prepare
Most of the roads in Georgia are covered with high-quality roadbed, the trip will be a pleasure. Be careful, as the Georgian driving style is very different from the one we are used to. Cases of violation of traffic rules are not uncommon.
When renting, specify your route immediately. There is a small percentage of small villages with off-road terrain, entry there by rented car is prohibited. However, there are few of them and these are not the main tourist routes.
The cost of gasoline in Georgia higher than in Russia. Compare the cost at different gas stations, as with us it may vary slightly, and choose an acceptable one for yourself.
To travel with a child under three years old, it is necessary to stock up on a child seat, which should be installed only in the back seat.
Car rental in Tbilisi
Since Tbilisi is the capital of Georgia, it will be quite easy to rent a car. There are many different companies providing such a service here. Everything mentioned in this article is valid in Tbilisi as well.
Many prefer not to bother and rent a car right at the Tbilisi airport. However, if you compared prices on online services, then the prices on arrival will surprise you unpleasantly. Often they are greatly overstated. So by renting a car in advance, you will be happy that you have saved your money and nerves)
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On a rented car, take a picture of all the errors, even the smallest scratches, before starting operation. Of course, bona fide companies do not suffer from this, but there are also such lovers of "easy money". With photos, you save yourself from unnecessary expenses. If you have identified damage, be sure to ask to fix them in the lease agreement.
Have a happy trip without traffic accidents and other troubles in Georgia.
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