15 Private Transfers in Zanzibar Worth the Early Start

1.Airport /Hotel Transfers in Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews Our pick

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer between Zanzibar Airport and any hotel on the island. Your driver meets you with a name sign, helps with luggage, provides bottled water, and drives your group of up to five. Drivers such as Khalid and Abdul have also helped passengers with local tips during the ride.

“Smooth pick up from airport in Zanzibar. Our driver was easy to spot and w didn’t have to wait at all. We will definitely use again.”

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2.Zanzibar Airport Transfers Pickup and Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews

Arrange a private pickup from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to your Zanzibar hotel. A professional driver meets you on arrival, provides an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and snacks, then drives directly to Stone Town or another island destination. The $20 rate covers one way for up to five people.

“After flying all night and all morning, we were very tired upon arrival. We appreciate it that the driver was very pleasant and didn’t talk too much so that we could relax on our way to the hotel.”

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3.Zanzibar Airport Transfers & Island Shuttles – Book Now

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Book a private, one-way Zanzibar transfer for up to four people at a listed $23 per group. A driver meets you at the airport or hotel, helps with luggage, monitors flight delays, and provides an air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi, and bottled water. Drivers such as Kigoda, Bahar, and Zahran also share local sights along the way.

“Pick up on time. The real value add was the chilled water provided. Just what i needed after long flights!”

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4.Zanzibar Airport Private Transfer to/from Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews

Book a private, one-way transfer between Zanzibar airport, ferry port, hotel, or any island location. A driver meets you with a name board, helps with luggage, and drives up to five people in an Alphard, minivan, or SUV. Drivers such as Zahran have also shared local history along the way.

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5.Zanzibar Airport Transfers (Pickup/Shuttles in Zanzibar)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews

Book a private ride from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to your Zanzibar hotel, in Stone Town or elsewhere on the island. Your driver waits for your arrival and takes you in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water. Cars and vans fit one to seven people, and Sendekwa is one named driver associated with the service.

“We wanted an inexpensive transfer from the airport to our hotel. This service was the most affordable that we found and they delivered perfectly. They were there on time, stopped for water along the way for us and communicated ahead of the pickup to make sure we knew they were there. Couldn't ask for anything more.”

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6.Secret Beach, Kuza Cave and Jozani with transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 27 reviews · 6 hours · from $110

Spend six hours exploring Zanzibar’s south coast with a hotel pickup, a stop at white-sand Secret Beach, a visit to Kuza Cave, and a guided walk in Jozani Forest. You can swim, snorkel in the cave, see red colobus monkeys, and walk a mangrove boardwalk. English-speaking drivers such as Abdul provide the transport.

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7.Private airport transfers in Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews

Meet your Choum Tour and Safari representative at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, then ride privately to your Zanzibar hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Look for the person holding a board with your name in the exit area. Wi-Fi, water, snacks, and soft drinks are included, and drivers such as Kombo, Abdul, or Haji may be part of the wider team.

“With this agency, we went on a safari in Mikumi National Park as well as a visit to Stone Town. Everything was fabulous! Unrepeatable experience! Organization, transport, program were exellent! All recommendations for this agency. Safety, seRead more”

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8.Mnemba Island Half Day Live Aquarium With Transfer – Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 19 reviews · from $46Best value

Start around 6:00 am for a short boat ride from Zanzibar to the Mnemba area. You’ll snorkel among coral and tropical fish, watch for dolphins, and enjoy fruit and snacks. Optional hotel transfers, equipment, a guide, and entrance fees are included, but the $3 national park fee is extra.

“It was a wonderful experience. We like it and definitely we come back. And the tour guides we very good and very professional”

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9.Zanzibar taxi service/airport transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews

Arrange a private Zanzibar transfer with JM Taxi and Tours Zanzibar. Your driver can collect you at Zanzibar International Airport, a port, hotel, or other agreed location, then take you to your destination. The service runs daily, accepts groups of up to six, and can also provide hotel-to-hotel transport.

“Picked me at on time, professional and friendly!! Even came and drove me to a photo shoot waited and returned me back to my hotel !!”

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10.Zanzibar Taxi & Transfer Services – From Airport to All Resorts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Book a private Zanzibar transfer for up to five people between the airport, ferry terminal, Stone Town, and resorts such as Nungwi, Kendwa, Paje, and Jambiani. An English-speaking driver meets you, helps with luggage, supplies bottled water, and provides an air-conditioned, door-to-door ride. Trips take about 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes.

“I booked my return back to the airport with them as I was super satisfied with them, I highly recommend for their kindness, professionalism and help!”

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11.Zanzibar Airport Taxi Nungwi, Paje, Jambiani & All

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

Arrive at Zanzibar Airport and meet a smiling driver holding your name outside the gate. Your private vehicle takes up to five people to Nungwi, Paje, Jambiani, or another booked location. The driver helps with luggage, answers questions, and may point out scenic places along the route. Transfers take about 20 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes.

“Alles perfekt.. nett freundlich und einfach gut. Sicherer Transfer. Pünktlich am Flughafen und sicher ins Hotel gebracht.”

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12.Kisauni Airport Private Transfer to Nungwi Zanzibar or Kiwengwa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews

This private transfer takes you from Kisauni Airport to a hotel in Nungwi or Kiwengwa in about 90 minutes. Your driver waits outside the gate with a sign showing the lead passenger’s name, helps with luggage, and stays available if your flight is delayed. The $55 group fare covers up to six people.

“This was a great experience. I was especially grateful that our driver was easy to spot. He was on time, even though our flight was delayed, and he was still ready and waiting for us. He was very hospitable and provided excellent service.”

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13.Taxi Services and Transfers Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

Book a private Zanzibar transfer for up to six people with Khamis Taxi Driver Zanzibar. Pickup and drop-off are arranged where you choose, from the airport, hotel, Stone Town, Paje, Nungwi, or other locations across the island. Expect a one to two-hour ride, bottled water, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a driver who can share local insight along the way.

“Very good driver, very carefully driver, nice to talk, very good car, car with clima, fresh air, a lot of space in car, :);)”

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14.Zanzibar Airport Taxi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Book a private Zanzibar transfer for up to four people at $19 per group. Your driver meets airport arrivals with a name plate or collects you from your hotel reception. Yassir and Yasser are praised for punctual service, clean vehicles, English and French communication, local tips, and help at arrival. Confirm your terminal and room number before pickup.

“Thank you to Yasser and his team for the truly excellent assistance with travels and transfers. Always available, even on short notice, always on time, always willing to talk about buildings and local attractions during the transfers. Safe and comfortable vehicles. Thank you - highly recommended.”

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15.Zanzibar Island Private Taxi Airport and Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews

Arrange a private Zanzibar transfer with Sweet Apple Tours and Safaris. Your driver meets you at the airport arrival area with a sign bearing your name, then takes your group to its chosen hotel area. The ride lasts about an hour and may include local tips, stories, and onboard Wi-Fi. Beka and Bakari are named in the service details.

““Absolutely outstanding service! Our driver was punctual, professional, and courteous throughout the entire journey. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and the ride was smooth from start to finish. We felt safe and well taken care of the entire time. Highly recommended — one of the best driving experiences we’ve ever had!””

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