Zanzibar car rentals from $24/day

On average a rental car in Zanzibar costs $32 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Zanzibar found in the last 2 weeks is $24.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Zanzibar. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Car rental companies onsite at Zanzibar Intl airport include Autounion Car Rental, Final Rentals, AbbyCar Car Rentals, Ace, CarQ, DISCOUNT.QUEBEC, Europcar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, OtoQ Car Rental and NU Car.

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A Standard car rental in Zanzibar costs $35 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Zanzibar costs $28 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Zanzibar costs $29 per day, on average.

In Zanzibar, cars are most frequently rented at Autounion Car Rental Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (4 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Zanzibar offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Zanzibar, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 20 car rental agencies in Zanzibar.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Zanzibar so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Zanzibar's urban areas can be congested, so a car that maneuvers easily and has good visibility is advantageous. Additionally, a vehicle with sufficient ground clearance can handle Zanzibar's unpaved roads or uneven surfaces outside urban areas. Therefore, a compact car or a compact SUV is generally suitable due to the island's narrow roads, tight parking spaces, and occasional rough sections.

Zanzibar's urban and residential roads feature speed limits of 30 to 50 km/h (around 25 to 31 mph). On the island's highways, the speed limit ranges from around 80 to 100 km/h (50 to 62 mph). You should pay attention to any posted signs indicating a specific speed limit since the speed limits may vary based on the road.

In Zanzibar, you'll find one of the best places to park at Stone Town. The town's narrow streets feature designated parking spots available near common landmarks, including Forodhani Gardens and the House of Wonders. The majority of parking areas usually charge around 500 TZS (around 0.22 USD) per hour. Some parking lots may have a fixed daily rate of around 3,000–5,000 TZS (around 1.30–2.20 USD).