Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Cebu are: Toyota Previa, Toyota Tarago 8 Seater, Toyota Minibus, Hyundai Trajet 7 seater, Citroen Picasso, VW Touran and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Philippines is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Philippines a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Cebu.
Before leaving the parking garage in Cebu, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Philippines!
Popular questions on rental process
When traveling on local roads, motorists should pay increased attention to public transport. Bus drivers often think they have a prerogative, so they almost never give way to ordinary cars.
Motorcycle taxis are an unusual type of "public transport" in the Philippines. Many owners of scooters work part time as “taxis”. Naturally, they are always in a hurry just like taxi drivers, and so they rarely observe all traffic regulations accurately.
Crossroads remain the zones of high-risk. In small towns they are not equipped with traffic lights. Having stopped at the stop line, you shouldn’t be surprised to see how in a couple of seconds numerous motorcycles and scooters appear in front of your vehicle. Drivers of the two-wheeled transport are well aware of benefits of their vehicles, and local car owners have already got accustomed to such situations, so they do not express any disagreement.
