Zanzibar

Cheap Car Rentals in Zanzibar

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Cheapflights insights for Zanzibar car rentals

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Zanzibar?

For the best savings on car hire in Zanzibar, make your reservation 90 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 106/day – about 262% 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 Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar (rated 8.0/10). AbbyCar Car Rentals (rated 6.0/10) 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 February, when you can expect to pay RM 110/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zanzibar is January (RM 122/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 110

March

RM 114

April

RM 114

May

RM 110

June

RM 110

July

RM 118

August

RM 118

September

RM 114

October

RM 114

November

RM 110

December

RM 114

What car do most people hire in Zanzibar?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Zanzibar are the following: Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), and Passenger van cars (Chevrolet Express or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Zanzibar?

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Autounion Car Rental has the second-highest number of locations in Zanzibar at 4.

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 11 March 2026.

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

AbbyCar Car Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Alma Car Hire

3 locations

Ace

2 locations

1First Car Rental

1 location

America Car Rental

1 location

Final Rentals

3 locations

Hertz

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Zanzibar, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 11 March 2026.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Zanzibar for a week from Autounion Car Rental?

    From Autounion Car Rental you can hire a car in Zanzibar from about RM 640 per week on average.

  • 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.

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