Transit Wheelchair Rental Istanbul | Compact Chairs

A transit wheelchair rental in Istanbul gives you the most compact wheelchair for a companion to push. Transit wheelchairs have small rear wheels instead of large self-propelling ones, which makes them narrower, lighter to lift and easier to steer through shops, restaurants, lifts and crowded ferries. We deliver the chair to your hotel or home and collect it at the end of your stay.

Transit wheelchair features

• Small rear wheels of about 12 inches, so the chair is pushed by a companion only.
• An overall width of about 55–60 cm, narrower than a self-propelled standard wheelchair.
• A light frame, usually 10–14 kg, that folds quickly for taxis and car boots.
• Attendant brakes on the push handles on many models, so the companion can slow down on slopes.
• A user weight limit of about 100 kg, depending on the model.

Is a transit wheelchair right for you?

Choose a transit wheelchair rental in Istanbul if the user will always be pushed by a partner, family member or carer and does not plan to propel themselves. It is a popular choice for older travellers who can walk around the hotel but tire quickly on longer sightseeing days, and for visitors moving between taxis, restaurants and shops all day.

If the user wants to move independently, a standard wheelchair with large wheels is better. If you are looking mainly for the lowest weight, compare it with our lightweight folding wheelchairs. If nobody can push on Istanbul’s hills, consider an electric wheelchair.

Using a transit wheelchair in Istanbul

The narrow frame is a real advantage in the Grand Bazaar, the Spice Bazaar and the small lanes of the old city, where a wider chair can get stuck between stalls and visitors. Small wheels are, however, more sensitive to cobblestones and high kerbs. On rough ground, tilt the chair slightly back onto its rear wheels while pushing, and use dropped kerbs and ramps where you can.

Flat, smooth areas such as the waterfront in Galataport, the shopping streets of Nişantaşı and the Kadıköy seafront are ideal. For the hills of Galata and Beyoğlu, take a taxi up and walk downhill with the attendant brakes on.

Booking your transit wheelchair rental in Istanbul

1. Choose the dates, times and delivery address online. The full price is shown before you send the booking.
2. We confirm by e-mail and call or message you to agree the exact delivery time.
3. Our team delivers the chair, checks the fit and shows the companion how to fold it and use the brakes.
4. We collect the chair at the agreed time and place.

Rentals are counted in 24-hour days, and there is no deposit. You pay in cash on delivery or by bank transfer. We deliver to hotels, homes and hospitals across our Istanbul delivery areas, and to the cruise port.

Safety and support

Always apply the brakes before the user sits down or stands up, and use the footrests while moving. If anything goes wrong during your transit wheelchair rental in Istanbul, call or message us: we repair or replace the chair as quickly as possible. Questions before booking? Contact our team.

A good second chair for longer stays

Some families rent two chairs: a self-propelled standard wheelchair for the hotel or home, and a compact transit chair that stays folded in the car for outings. Others combine a transit chair with a walker for short walks indoors. Because a transit wheelchair is small and light, it is also easy to store in a hotel room or a small apartment. Tell us how the user will spend a typical day and we will help you put together the right combination, delivered and collected in one visit.