Car hires in El Calafate, Santa Cruz

The majority of the El Calafate car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in El Calafate such as Avis, Europcar, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

A Standard is the ideal car to hire when visiting El Calafate in May. On average, El Calafate receives 18 mm of precipitation and temperatures hover around 2 °C during the month of May. These conditions are well-suited for a Standard size car, which can easily handle a bit of rain and even hold up well when temperatures fall. Hiring a Standard in El Calafate will cost you €42/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in El Calafate should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 70 km/h. Suburban speed limits around El Calafate are generally 110 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 130 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Toyota Hilux in El Calafate, then Hertz is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Toyota Hilux hire in El Calafate from Hertz is €110 per day on average.

Typically, the weather in El Calafate through the month of April is 8 °C and the expected precipitation is 14 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Those looking to hire a car in El Calafate for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Santa Cruz during the month of April usually is around 8 °C with 14 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in El Calafate refresh daily.

As of April 2024, there are 30 operators available to choose from for cars in El Calafate.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including El Calafate. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

To hire a car in El Calafate, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.