About this airport transfer
Zanzibar's international airport, Abeid Amani Karume (ZNZ), is just south of Stone Town. Most beach hotels are about an hour's drive away, so it helps to have a car waiting rather than negotiating with taxis after a long flight.
Your driver waits outside the arrivals hall with a sign showing your name and takes you straight to your hotel. We also meet ferries at the Stone Town port and take you back to the airport or port at the end of your stay.
Highlights
- Driver waiting outside arrivals with your name
- Private vehicle for your group only
- Any hotel on the island, priced by zone
- Arrival, departure or return booking
Airport transfer itinerary
Timings are a guide.
- BeforeSend your flight or ferry details and hotel name.
- ArrivalAfter immigration and baggage, meet your driver outside the terminal.
- Drive20 minutes to Stone Town, about an hour to most beach areas (see zones).
- EndDrop-off at your hotel reception.
Your private options
One-way
Airport or ferry port to your hotel, or hotel to airport.
Return
Arrival and departure booked together.
Large vehicle
A van for bigger groups or extra luggage, such as dive or kite gear.
All our Zanzibar activities are private: only your group takes part. Upgrades are quoted on request.
Airport transfer prices
Per vehicle for up to 6 guests, not per person. Find your hotel area below.
| Your hotel area | One way | Arrival and departure |
|---|---|---|
| Stone Town & airportStone Town, Shangani, Mbweni, airport area | $15 | $30 |
| West coastFumba, Chukwani, Bububu, Mtoni | $45 | $90 |
| South-east coastPaje, Jambiani, Bwejuu, Michamvi, Dongwe | $55 | $110 |
| North coastNungwi, Kendwa | $65 | $130 |
| North-east coastMatemwe, Kiwengwa, Pwani Mchangani, Pongwe | $60 | $120 |
| South tipKizimkazi, Makunduchi | $65 | $130 |
What's included
- Private vehicle and driver
- Meet and greet with a name sign
- Bottled water
- Luggage handling
Not included
- Tips
- Extra stops unless agreed
- Child seats unless requested
Add-ons
- Child seat
- Return transfer
- Larger vehicle
- Short stop at an ATM or shop on the way
Children and groups
Child seats are available on request. Tell us your children's ages when you book. Group rates are available for six or more travellers.
Booking and cancellation
Send us your date, number of travellers and hotel. We confirm availability and the full price in USD before you pay. Changes and cancellations follow our booking terms. If weather or sea conditions make a trip unsafe, we reschedule or refund it.
Airport transfer FAQs
What if my flight is delayed?
Give us your flight number. We check arrival times and adjust the pickup.
How much luggage fits?
A standard car takes a group of up to five with normal luggage. For more bags or sports gear, book the large vehicle.
Which zone is my hotel in?
Check the zone table on our activities page, or send us your hotel name.