per day$25TZS 65K
Zanzibar · Self-drive and with driver
Car rental in Zanzibar
Self-drive SUVs and family vans from $25 per day. Free delivery to Zanzibar Airport, Stone Town and the ferry terminal. Driving permit arranged before you arrive.
From$25/dayTZS 65K
- Free deliveryAirport, Stone Town, ferry terminal, Chukwani
- Driving permitArranged before you arrive
- Full insuranceUnlimited kilometres
- 24/7 supportPhone and WhatsApp
Prices
What you pay
Daily ratefrom $25 TZS 65K
Zanzibar driving permit$25 one-off, arranged before you arrive
Delivery to Airport (ZNZ), Stone Town, Ferry terminal, ChukwaniFree
Delivery to north and east coast hotels$20
DepositNone. Payment at pick-up
InsuranceIncluded. Excess $300
FuelFull-to-full
Additional driver$5 per day
Rental with a driver+$25 per day
Included in every rental
- Full insurance
- Unlimited kilometres
- Delivery and collection
- Zanzibar driving permit arranged
- 24/7 support and replacement car
- Child seat on request
Payment at pick-up: US dollars or Tanzanian shillings in cash, M-Pesa / Tigo Pesa, or card by arrangement.
Booking
How it works
Send an enquiry
Car, dates and pick-up point. The form above writes the message for you.
We confirm
Total price, meeting point, and a photo of your passport and licence for the permit.
Collect your car
Car and permit handed over at the agreed place. Payment at pick-up.
About us
Why rent with us
Based at Chukwani Stand, minutes from Zanzibar Airport. Our own fleet, delivered to you, permit arranged.
Our own vehicles
Every car here is ours and maintained by us. What you see is what you get.
Personal handover
At the airport, ferry terminal or your hotel. Paperwork done on the spot.
Clear pricing
Rental, permit, delivery and insurance in one quote. No deposit.
Local support
Based in Chukwani. Reachable every day by phone and WhatsApp.
Before you drive
Driving in Zanzibar
Drive on the left
As in the UK and Kenya. Give way to the right at roundabouts.
Local permit required
A foreign licence needs a Zanzibar permit. We arrange it for $25.
Police checkpoints
Common on main roads. Keep permit, licence and car papers with you.
Speed limits
50 km/h in towns, 80 on open roads.
Contact
Where to find us
- AddressChukwani Stand, Zanzibar
- Opening hoursEvery day, 7:00 – 22:00
- Phone and WhatsApp+255 707 701 001
- Free deliveryAirport (ZNZ), Stone Town, Ferry terminal, Chukwani
FAQ
Questions
Do I need a special permit to drive in Zanzibar?
Yes. Visitors need a Zanzibar temporary driving permit in addition to their home licence. An international driving permit alone is not accepted. We arrange the permit before you arrive; send us a photo of your passport and licence on WhatsApp. The fee is $25, one-off, arranged before you arrive.
Is insurance included?
Yes. Every car is fully insured. If the car is damaged, the maximum you pay is the excess of $300. Tyres, windscreen, off-road driving and driving under the influence are not covered.
Is there a deposit?
No. There is no deposit. The rental is paid at pick-up: US dollars or Tanzanian shillings in cash, M-Pesa / Tigo Pesa, or card by arrangement.
Can I pay in shillings?
Yes. All prices are shown in US dollars and Tanzanian shillings. You can pay in either currency, in cash or by M-Pesa / Tigo Pesa.
Where do you deliver?
Delivery is free to Abeid Amani Karume Airport, Stone Town, the ferry terminal and Chukwani. Delivery to hotels on the north and east coast (Nungwi, Kendwa, Matemwe, Paje, Jambiani and nearby) costs $20 each way.
What is the minimum age?
Drivers must be at least 21 years old and have held a full licence for at least one year. An additional driver costs $5 per day.
What is the fuel policy?
Full-to-full: the car is delivered with a full tank and should be returned full. Fuel stations are located along the main roads; most accept cash only.
Can I rent a car with a driver?
Yes. A driver can be added to any car for $25 per day.
Can I take the car on the ferry to Dar es Salaam or Pemba?
No. Our cars stay on Unguja, the main island of Zanzibar. Every part of the island is within about an hour and a half of Stone Town.
What happens if the car breaks down?
Call or message us at any time. We will assist you by phone, come to you, or provide a replacement car. Every car has a spare wheel and a jack.
Book your car
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