Colombia Car Rentals - Maybe you would like to try one of the Colombia car rentals in order to add a little freedom to your visit in this country. Driving in Colombia has its pros and cons but it depends on your level of risk tolerance and confidence. In Colombia, one must remember to drive like the Colombians and you will probably be fine. You can also hire a car with a driver that can take you everywhere. The advantage here is that you will get a driver familiar with Colombian driving styles and it will probably be much safer in the long run.

However it is reported that renting a car in Colombia can be more of a dangerous risk than it is a comfort. For starters, rental cars can be a target for thieves. It is also reported that driving in Bogota can be a nerve wrenching experience if you are not ready for it. The drivers in this city will ignore traffic laws, red lights late at night, quickly exploit any opening in traffic (to include tailing ambulances), and speed constantly.

Colombia car rentals are of course available in the airports. You will find major car rental agencies such as Hertz , National, Budget, and Dollar . The rates in Bogota can run around $40 U.S. per day and $300 U.S. per week for a compact vehicle. Four-wheel drive vehicles are also available for rental and in Bogota can run around $375 U.S. per week.

One recommendation is that if you plan to drive in Colombia that you join the Automobile Club of Colombia. They can be contacted in Bogota at phone number 091/677-5966 and are located at Av. Vitacura 8620. The advantage of joining this club is that they will tow your rental to a garage if it breaks down and the rental agency mechanics cannot fix it.

It is also advisable that if you plan to purchase one of the Colombia car rentals that you get an international driver's license . It is reported that some require that your national driver's license must be translated into Spanish.