Highlights
- Discover Tawau, Semporna, Lahad Datu, and the nearby regions at your own pace using your private vehicle
- Enjoy the flexibility to create your own itinerary and visit destinations of your choice at your own pace
- Travel in comfort and style with clean, comfortable, and well-maintained air-conditioned vehicles
- Get your car straight from the airport or your preferred location around Tawau area.
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Overview
Discover Tawau and beyond with the freedom of self-drive car rental!
Experience this vibrant destination at your own pace — no tour groups, no rigid schedules. With your own vehicle, you can easily drive to top locations across Sabah, including Sepilok, Sandakan, Danum Valley, Lahad Datu, and Semporna. Skip the crowded tours and explore on your terms. Live like a local, build your own itinerary, and take the scenic routes that interest you most. Book your private car today and enjoy the ultimate convenience and flexibility for an unforgettable road trip through Tawau and its beautiful surroundings.
Choose Your Activity
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What's Included
What's Excluded
How to Use My Ticket
- Make your own way to the designated pick up location.
- Bring your identification document (MyKad or Passport), driving license and a copy of SabahTravel booking voucher.
- You are encouraged to book using the driver's name for an easier registration process.
Important Notes
- Driver Requirements: Driver must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driving license. Foreign drivers must have an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Malaysia.
- Deposit: A refundable security deposit of RM200 is required at the time of pickup, payable directly to the supplier. Cash payment is preferred. The deposit will be refunded once the car is returned in good condition.
- Car Insurance: Optional car insurance starts from RM18 per day, depending on the car type. This is payable directly to the supplier at the time of pickup. Car insurance is not included in the rental price.
- Rental Period: All rentals are based on 24-hour period. If the car is returned later than 24 hours, additional charges may apply, subject to the vendor selected.
- Exceeding Rental Period: If the rental period exceeds the 24-hour rental period, the following charges will apply:
- For every hour beyond the initial 24-hour period, there will be an additional charge of 10% of the daily rental price for each hour between 1 to 4 hours.
- If the car is returned 5 or more hours after the original rental time, it will be considered as an additional full day rental and charged accordingly.
- Return Process: When returning the car, confirm the time and location with the supplier. Your security deposit will be refunded if the car is returned in good condition.
- Damage Responsibility: Drivers are fully responsible for any damages, accidents, or traffic violations during the rental period.
- Additional Charges: Extra fees apply pick-ups or returns outside of normal operating hours. Late return fees are RM50 after 12pm and RM35 after 11pm.
Additional Information
- It is highly recommended to follow the staff during vehicle inspection and take picture or video for your own record.
- Kindly inform us if you cannot find the pick up location/counter or if our supplier did not arrive 5 minutes before the rental time.
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