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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 85 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 110/day – about 278% less than the yearly average.

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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.

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
8.0
AbbyCar Car Rentals
AbbyCar Car Rentals
6.0
Ace
Ace
5.6
Hertz
Hertz
5.6

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Zanzibar is November, when you can expect to pay RM 114/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zanzibar is August (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 123

February

RM 123

March

RM 123

April

RM 123

May

RM 118

June

RM 118

July

RM 127

August

RM 131

September

RM 118

October

RM 123

November

RM 114

December

RM 123

What car do most people hire in Zanzibar?

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

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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 16 October 2025.

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

AbbyCar Car Rentals

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Ace

2 locations
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Hertz

2 locations
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Europcar

2 locations
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Cargini

1 location
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Alma Car Hire

3 locations
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1First Car Rental

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Zanzibar, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 October 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.

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