FAQs

We have two locations:

• our main office on Laganas Main Road and;
• a second office at Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH).

You can pick up and drop off at either location.

Our offices are open during standard business hours (08:00–21:00). Vehicle pickup or delivery outside these hours is available but incurs an additional out-of-hours fee.

Yes. You can collect from one location and return to the other. Simply select your preferred pickup and drop-off locations when making your reservation online.

Yes. We deliver cars, scooters and ATVs to any location across the island — your hotel, villa, apartment or accommodation. No need to come to us.

We deliver island-wide, including Laganas, Tsilivi, Argassi, Kalamaki, Alykanas, Alykes, Planos, Vasilikos, Keri, Agios Sostis, Lithakia and more. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, just ask — the answer is almost certainly yes.

Simply add your delivery address or hotel name during the online booking process. All details are handled automatically — your vehicle will be ready at your door.

The minimum age is 18 for all vehicle types. The maximum age is 79.

• 19+ for Economy categories (A2, B2, Automatic A2)
• 21+ for Standard categories (A1, B1, Cabrio, Automatic, 4×4 Open Top, 7-Seater)
• 25+ for all other categories

A valid driving licence held for at least 1 year. EU licences are accepted. Non-EU licences in the Latin alphabet are also accepted. Non-Latin alphabet licences (e.g. Arabic, Chinese, Cyrillic) must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit (IDP).

It depends on the engine size:

• 50cc → AM licence minimum
• 125cc → A1 licence minimum
• 200cc → A2 licence minimum
• 350cc → A2 licence minimum

No minimum holding period is required for scooters.

A valid driving license for cars (B) is required. No minimum holding period applies.

Only if your licence is written in a non-Latin alphabet (e.g. Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic). EU and Latin-alphabet non-EU licences are accepted without an IDP.

Yes. Additional drivers have a small cost per day each. They must meet the same age and licence requirements and must be listed in the rental contract before driving.

Your valid driving licence and a national ID card or passport. Digital copies and expired documents are not accepted.

You can book directly on our website at:
www.rentacarzante.com

A 20% deposit secures your reservation — the remaining balance can be paid at pickup.

No. A credit card is not required to make a reservation or collect your vehicle.

• Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup → full refund
• Cancel less than 48 hours before pickup → non-refundable
• No-show or delay of more than 1 hour without notice → non-refundable

Cancellation requests must be sent by email and take effect when received by us.

Yes, subject to availability. Contact us as early as possible. Modification requests made less than 48 hours before pickup may be treated as a cancellation.

No extra charge applies for flight delays during business hours (08:00–21:00). Delays outside business hours may incur an out-of-hours fee. Either way, your vehicle will be waiting for you.

Yes, extensions are possible subject to availability. Contact us as soon as you know — we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

All rentals — cars, scooters and ATVs — automatically include:

• Third Party Liability Insurance (TPI)
• Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
• 24/7 roadside and telephone assistance

You can upgrade to our Standard or Premium package:

• Standard (CDW): Reduces your excess significantly for covered damage
• Premium (SCDW/FDW): Reduces your excess to as low as €0 (cars) or €150 (scooters/ATVs)

• Basic: Full responsibility for any damage
• Standard (CDW): €600–€1,800 excess depending on category
• Premium (FDW): €0 excess — also covers wheels, tyres, glass and mirrors

• Basic: Full responsibility for any damage
• Standard (CDW): €1,950–€2,450 excess depending on category
• Premium (SCDW): €600 excess

• Basic: Full responsibility for any damage
• Standard (CDW): €600 excess depending on category
• Premium (SCDW): €150 excess

Among other exclusions: damage from prohibited use, wrong fuel, continued driving after a warning light, ferry transport damage, interior stains, burns or odours, and clutch damage from improper use.

Full details are in our Terms & Conditions:
www.rentacarzante.com/terms-conditions/

We offer:

• Cars (economy to luxury)
• Scooters (50cc–350cc)
• ATVs/quad bikes.

Browse our full fleet at:
www.rentacarzante.com/our-fleet/

Bookings are by category, not specific model. If your selected model is unavailable, we’ll provide an equivalent or upgraded vehicle at no extra charge.

Yes. All rentals include unlimited mileage within Zakynthos at no extra cost.

Travel outside Zakynthos requires our prior written approval and payment of an island exit fee.

• Travel to Kefalonia is the most common request — just ask us in advance.
• For travel to Mainland additional mileage limitations may apply.
• Cross-border travel outside Greece is strictly prohibited.

Not without our prior approval. Any damage that occurs during ferry transport is excluded from all insurance packages.

At our Laganas Main Road office, our Zakynthos Airport (ZTH) office, or delivered to your location across the island — whichever suits you best.

Your valid driving licence and a national ID or passport. All listed drivers must be present with their documents.

We use a same-to-same fuel policy. Return the vehicle with the same fuel level as at pickup. If you return it with less fuel, you’ll be charged for the missing amount plus a refuelling service fee.

A 30-minute grace period applies. After that, a late fee may apply. Returns more than 2 hours late may be charged as an additional rental day.

The same condition as you received it, excluding normal wear. Excessive dirt, sand, pet hair, stains, burns or strong odours may result in a cleaning fee.

All rates include VAT and local taxes. No hidden fees. 24/7 roadside assistance is always included.

Cash, credit cards and debit cards are all accepted.

No. A credit card is not required to make or confirm a reservation.

No. There is no deductible deposit required for any of our rentals.

Possible additional charges include: vehicle delivery (depending on location), after-hours pickup or delivery, late return fees, and traffic fines incurred during the rental. Everything is listed clearly in our Terms & Conditions — no surprises.

www.rentacarzante.com/terms-conditions/

Yes. Child/infant seats and booster seats are available for a small cost per day each. Select them at the time of booking.

Yes. Additional accessories such as phone holders and other small extras can be requested at the time of vehicle collection. Availability may vary.

Contact us immediately. Do not move the vehicle unless we advise you to. You’ll also need to contact the local police and obtain an official Police Accident Report and Accident Care Report. Failure to report correctly may affect your insurance coverage.

Call us — 24/7 roadside and telephone assistance is included in every rental. If the breakdown is not caused by misuse, we’ll arrange help and a replacement vehicle if needed.

Stop the vehicle and contact us immediately. Continuing to drive after a warning light appears may void your insurance and make you liable for any resulting damage.

A car, scooter or ATV gives you the freedom to explore the island on your own schedule — no tour buses, no waiting. Zakynthos has beautiful villages, viewpoints and beaches that are best reached with your own wheels.

• Car: Best for families, longer distances and carrying luggage
• Scooter: Perfect for solo travellers or couples — economical and easy to park
• ATV/Quad: Great for those who want a fun, adventurous way to discover the island

You can drive to the Shipwreck Beach viewpoint by road — it’s one of the most popular drives in Zakynthos. The beach itself is only accessible by boat.

Yes. Roads are well-signposted and traffic outside the main towns is light. An automatic car or scooter makes it even easier, especially on hillier routes.

The island is compact enough to cover the highlights in a day, but you’d want at least 2–3 days to explore properly without rushing. Having your own vehicle makes a huge difference — you can stop wherever you want, whenever you want.

The Shipwreck Beach viewpoint, Keri Lighthouse, Agios Nikolaos in the north, the villages of Machairado and Kiliomeno, and the coastal road through Vasilikos are all worth the drive. A rental car or scooter opens up parts of the island that most package tourists never see.

It’s one of the best Greek islands for it. The roads are in good condition, distances are short, and almost every route has something worth stopping for. Even a half-day drive can take you through mountains, vineyards and beaches.

Any time during the season works well, but if you’re visiting in July or August, booking your vehicle in advance is strongly recommended — availability fills up quickly during peak summer.

You can drive to the northern tip of the island near Skinari, where the blue caves are located. The caves themselves are explored by small boat from the shore — but the drive up there through the hills is beautiful in its own right.