Zanzibar Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & Dropoff

Skip the taxi queue at Zanzibar Airport: a driver waiting with your name

You get picked up at Zanzibar Airport by a named driver in a cool, clean car stocked with water. No negotiating fares, no hunting for transport, no intermediate stops. Just a direct route to your hotel or wherever you're headed on the island. Book one way or two, depending on whether you need arrival, departure, or both.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from airport to hotel

• Meet professional driver at airport
• Board air-conditioned vehicle
• Receive complimentary water and snacks
• Travel directly to hotel without stops

The experience

The difference between landing tired and landing sorted is whether someone's already there. At Zanzibar Airport, you can walk out to the curb and negotiate with a stranger, or you can walk out and see your driver holding a sign with your name on it. That second option changes the whole arrival. A private transfer from Zanzibar Airport means no hunting for a cab, no haggling over the fare, no uncertainty about whether you're getting into something safe. The driver knows where you're going (Stone Town, a beach resort, wherever), and the route is direct, no stops to pick up other passengers, no detours.

You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, which matters more than it sounds when you're jet-lagged and the island heat hits you the moment you step outside. Bottled water and snacks are waiting in the car. The driver is professional and punctual, which on an island where timing can be loose, is its own kind of relief. Vehicle sizes range from sedans to vans that fit groups up to 15 passengers, so whether you're traveling solo or with a family, there's something that fits. The service is wheelchair accessible, and specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children.

One thing to know: the price quoted is for one way. Either arrival or departure. If you need both, you book the transfer twice. It's straightforward once you know it, and it means you're not paying for a round-trip you might not use if your plans shift or if you arrange onward transport differently on the way out.

What’s included

Your transfer includes a professional driver, an air-conditioned vehicle sized to your group, complimentary bottled water and snacks, and all fees and taxes. The driver meets you at arrivals (or collects you from your hotel at departure) and takes you directly to your destination with no intermediate stops.

Options for this experience

13 options

Drop-off at Stone Town airportUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. This option can also be booked for the return trip. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Transfer to Stone Town or departure, in a Toyota Alphard. Arrival or departure: pickup from Zanzibar Airport to the Stone Town area, or from a hotel to Zanzibar Airport. Pickup is included

Airport to ChuiniUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Transfer to Chuini in an Alphard; Chuini to airport. Pickup is included

Zanzibar transfers/departuresUp to 5 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeAlphard vehicle; pickup is included

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Airport to MatemweUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Airport transfer to Matemwe in an Alphard; Matemwe to airport. Pickup is included

Transfer from Stone Town to NungwiUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Transfer from Stone Town to north in an Alphard; north to Stone Town. Pickup is included

Airport to PajeUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. This option can also be booked for the return trip to the airport. Airport transfer to Paje. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Pickup is included

Transfers to NungwiUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. This option can also be booked for the return trip. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Water. Pickup is included

Airport to KizimkaziUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Transfer to Kizimkazi. Pickup is included

Airport to KiwengwaUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. This option can be booked for the return trip too. Transfer to Kiwengwa in an Alphard, from the airport to Kiwengwa. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Pickup is included

Pickup or drop-offUp to 5 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Pickup or departure: pickup from the airport to Makunduchi, Kizimkazi, Jambiani, Paje, Dongwe, Pingwe, Bwejuu, Michamvi, or departure from hotels to the airport, in an Alphard. Pickup is included

Northern airport drop-offUp to 5 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Arrival or departure: pickup from Zanzibar Airport to the north, or departure from a hotel to the airport, in an Alphard. Pickup is included

Airport to UroaUp to 20 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Book this option for the return trip as well. Transfer to Uroa in a Toyota Alphard. Note: our service covers one way only, either arrival or departure; for a round trip you must book twice. Pickup is included

Northern to EasternUp to 15 per booking · Guide in 6 languages · No fixed timeDuration: 1 hour. Transfer from north to east in an Alphard; east to north. Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Zahabu Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving tired and want to skip the airport taxi queue, or departing and need reliable pickup at a set time: the fixed price and named driver remove the negotiation and uncertainty that usually comes with ground transport on an island.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian.

Do I need to arrange the transfer before I arrive?

Yes. Book in advance so the driver knows your flight time and can meet you at arrivals with your name.

What if my flight is delayed?

The driver tracks your flight, so notify the service of any significant delays and they'll adjust the pickup time accordingly.

Is the transfer really direct, or do we stop to pick up other passengers?

It's a private transfer with no intermediate stops. You go straight from the airport to your destination.

What size groups can the transfer accommodate?

Vehicles range from sedans for individuals or couples up to vans that seat groups of up to 15 passengers.

Is bottled water really included?

Yes, complimentary bottled water and snacks are provided during the ride.

Can I book a round-trip transfer?

The quoted price is one way. To cover both arrival and departure, book the transfer twice, once for each leg.

Are specialized seats available for infants?

Yes, specialized infant seats are available upon request when you book.

Is the service wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the vehicles and service are fully wheelchair accessible, and all areas are accessible for passengers with mobility needs.