Prices found
| Trip | Airport taxi (board) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Airport to Stone Town | about 15 $ (36,000 TZS) | 15 to 35 minutes depending on traffic |
| Airport to Nungwi or Kendwa | about 65 $ (156,000 TZS) | Pre-booked transfer: 50 to 65 $, about 1 h 15 to 1 h 30 |
| Stone Town, ride in town | Price to agree before boarding | No meter |
| Bolt to Stone Town | 8,000 to 15,000 TZS per one guide, 35,000 to 50,000 per a transfer company | Conflicting sources |
Private transfer with Welcome Pickups. You book in advance at a fixed price, an English-speaking driver waits in arrivals with a sign, and the flight is tracked so the driver waits if you land late. Example seen on their site on 30 October 2026: a sedan for up to 6 people to Stone Town from €16. If you travel alone, by day and with a light bag, the cheaper public option described on this page is usually better; the private transfer is worth it for a night arrival, a family, heavy luggage or a first visit.
Taxi, Bolt or pre-booked transfer
For arrival, a pre-booked transfer avoids haggling, especially at night: see from the airport to your hotel. In town Bolt can be cheapest if the app works when you need it, but do not count on it for the north or the east coast. For long trips, a driver by the day is a good option: getting around Zanzibar. The cheapest remains the dala-dala.
Pitfalls
Drivers often try to renegotiate the return. Confirm the price, currency and number of bags before getting in, and prefer a driver suggested by your hotel. See also scams and safety.
FAQ
Does Bolt work in Zanzibar?
Yes in Stone Town according to one source, with limited coverage elsewhere; check the app on arrival.
Do taxis have meters?
No: fix the price before leaving.
