The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Marsa Alam are: Honda Brio, Smart Car, Toyota Aygo, Chevrolet Matiz, Hyundai Atos, Ford Fiesta and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Egypt vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.
If your routes in Egypt are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.
At the rental office in Marsa Alam, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.
Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a safe and great trip to Marsa Alam!
Detailed FAQ on the rental process
Road accidents in Egypt have become absolutely normal. As local drivers do not know much about such a thing as “distance”, quite often up to ten cars become involved in an accident. Very little attention is paid to regulation of the traffic. It is even difficult to see a police patrol or prohibitory signs on the road.
Pedestrians should keep in mind that it is risky to cross the road in Egypt. Local people have already become accustomed to tough situation on the road, so they cross the road (most frequently run towards the other side of the road) in any convenient location, often crossing the road together with camels to protect their lives.
Local petrol stations usually sell diesel fuel and petrol (octane value 90 and 92). Gas stations have also become very popular in the country. As a rule, the cost of gas is three times cheaper than petrol and half the price of the diesel fuel.
