For visitors at Laganas looking to explore the island, renting a car can be an excellent option for getting around, especially with a group. However, it's important to approach car rental and driving with care. This guide provides everything you need to know about hiring and driving a car in Laganas.

Pre Rental Requirements
The typical age requirement for hiring a car is above 21 but some places require a minimum age of 25. The majority of organisations will accept EU driving licenses and international licenses.
Organisations may want deposits for the vehicle hire either in the form of cash or ID (passports). If they ask for a passport, take a photo of you handing your passport over so you have proof that a particular organisation has taken possession of it.
Remember to check your insurance as to whether you’re covered for third-party liability as this will come in handy if you get into any accidents and save you a lot of money, if you aren’t covered then it may be worth buying it as an add-on from the organisation.
Booking and Driving
When booking a car, you have two options: pre-booking or walk-ins. Pre-booking your car online will most likely give you better rates and more availability for those looking for specific cars. Walk-ins may lack availability but give you the freedom to book when it best suits you, giving you much more flexibility.
Zantes roads are mainly very narrow and windy with a lot of potholes and some very fast drivers, so make sure you aren’t under the influence and you're fully competent to drive.
Car Tips
As soon as you’ve been handed the keys make sure to take photos of the car before use, this will protect you if the car company decides to blame any marks on you.
Also, most companies expect car rentals to be returned with the same amount of fuel as before hire, so make sure you have thought about where you are going to re-fuel, as fuel stations may be hard to find in rural areas. If you haven’t been able to fill up to the correct amount expect the company to charge you a premium for the remaining fuel. Make sure to read any papers the organisation ask you to sign to double check you are happy with the terms and conditions. Finally make sure you are not late to drop off the car as you may be charged a late return fee, depending on which company you are dealing with.
Driving will give you a lot of freedom and will allow you to see a side of Zante rarely seen. Remember to drive responsibly and you won’t have any trouble hiring or driving a car in Laganas.
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