Zanzibar

Cheap Car Rentals in Zanzibar from $27

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Zanzibar car rentals in 2023

Most popular company

CARQ

Price of gas per gallon

$4.85

Average price per day

$43

Cheapest price per day

$36

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

January

$38

February

$38

March

$38

April

$38

May

$36

June

$37

July

$39

August

$38

September

$35

October

$36

November

$35

December

$37

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zanzibar is September. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Zanzibar

There are 14 rental agencies servicing Zanzibar. These agencies, altogether, have 27 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Zanzibar with prices from $27 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Zanzibar:

Compare available car types for rental in Zanzibar

Small

$36 - $43

All Car Types

$54 - $77

To rent a Small in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $39/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a Small in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$36/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$43/day). In fact, September is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a Small saves you 40% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zanzibar Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $50/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a Medium in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$44/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$64/day). In fact, March is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a Medium saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zanzibar Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $110/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a Large in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$143/day). In fact, October is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a Large is 41% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $57/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~$82/day). In fact, September is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a SUV saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zanzibar SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $69/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a Van in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~$85/day). In fact, April is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a Van is 6% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Zanzibar Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of $51/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~$96/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$113/day). In fact, June is about 84% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Zanzibar, renting a Luxury saves you 20% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

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Hyundai i10$31/day
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Hyundai Accent$36/day
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Top rental agencies in Zanzibar

Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Zanzibar, including Hertz, Europcar and Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Hertz

2 locations

Europcar

1 location

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

4 locations

Alma Car Hire

3 locations

Autounion Car Rental

3 locations

GREEN MOTION

2 locations

Sunnycars

2 locations

Best Zanzibar car rental deals found

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Car rental FAQs

What is the cheapest rental car found in Zanzibar?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $43/day when booking a rental car in Zanzibar. The best deal a user found was for $36/day from SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , booked on Sep. 24.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Zanzibar?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Zanzibar from the following companies over the past two weeks: SURPRICE CAR RENTAL ($27/day), CarQ ($31/day), and OtoQ Car Rental ($36/day).

What are gas prices like in Zanzibar?

The average gas price in Zanzibar is $4.85/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $58 and $83 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Zanzibar for a week from CarQ?

From CarQ you can rent a car in Zanzibar from about $238 per week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Zanzibar for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Zanzibar it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 15%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 74 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Zanzibar?

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Zanzibar it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Zanzibar for a month?

We’ve recently found that SURPRICE CAR RENTAL offers you prices that are 18% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Zanzibar for a month is $1,021. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

How much is a car rental in Zanzibar for a weekend?

$41 is, on average, how much a car rental costs for the weekend in Zanzibar. To save money, consider booking a Economy car rental, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car rental in October, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as $35 per day.

What car do most people rent in Zanzibar?

Suzuki Vitara, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Zanzibar according to Cheapflights users.

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