About Shrike Car Hire
Experience you can rely on across East Africa.
Shrike Car Hire provides reliable vehicle rental services across Tanzania, Kenya, Zanzibar and Rwanda.
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We support NGOs, institutions, government teams, researchers, families, and professionals who require well-prepared vehicles, clear terms, and dependable support.
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Our focus is simple:
vehicles that are suitable for the journey, and service that reduces risk.
Our Background
Shrike Car Hire was established in 2009 in Mwanza, Tanzania, building on operational experience gained through Shrike Safaris, which began operations in 2007.
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That experience shaped how we approach vehicle hire:
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Understanding long distances
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Preparing for varied road conditions
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Planning for reliability rather than appearance
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From the beginning, our vehicles have been selected and maintained with real operating conditions in mind.
How We’ve Grown
Our growth has been deliberate, not rushed.
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As client needs evolved, we expanded our fleet to include:
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Urban vehicles for daily movement
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SUVs suitable for fieldwork and regional travel
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Executive vehicles for official and professional use
Each addition has been guided by suitability, reliability, and maintainability — not trends.
How We Work Today
Today, Shrike Car Hire supports:
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NGO and institutional projects
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Government and official travel
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Research and field operations
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Family and long-stay visitors
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Executive and VIP mobility
We offer:
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Self-drive and chauffeur-driven hire
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Short-term and long-term rentals
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Cross-border operations within East Africa
Our Approach
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We recommend vehicles based on where you’re going, not what looks impressive
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We are clear about what each vehicle can and cannot do
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We respect procurement processes, budgets, and timelines
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We believe transport should support your work, not complicate it
This approach has guided us since 2009 and continues to define how we operate.