Cheapflights insights for Zanzibar car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Zanzibar, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Zanzibar?
For the best savings on car hire in Zanzibar, make your reservation 22 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 114/day – about 285% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Zanzibar?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Zanzibar is AbbyCar Car Rentals (rated 6.0/10). Hertz (rated 5.7/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Zanzibar?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Zanzibar is March, when you can expect to pay RM 118/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zanzibar is July (RM 131/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
RM 122
February
RM 122
March
RM 118
April
RM 122
May
RM 118
June
RM 122
July
RM 131
August
RM 131
September
RM 131
October
RM 131
November
RM 122
December
RM 127
What car do most people hire in Zanzibar?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Zanzibar are the following: Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar), Standard cars (Class Standard SUV or similar), and SUV cars (Class Standard SUV or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Zanzibar?
In Zanzibar, Autounion Car Rental, Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar, and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL have 4 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Zanzibar
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Zanzibar known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Zanzibar. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving Zanzibar, such as AbbyCar Car Rentals, Hertz and Ace. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.
AbbyCar Car Rentals
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Hertz
Ace
Europcar
Autounion Car Rental
Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
Alma Car Hire
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Zanzibar, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Can I rent a car for a month in Zanzibar?
Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Zanzibar check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.