Cheap Car Hire in Zanzibar from R405
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Zanzibar with a pick-up date of 29/6 and drop-off date of 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
Zanzibar car hires in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Zanzibar. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 June 2025.
Most popular company | AUTOUNION |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | R19,49 |
Average price per day | R462 |
Cheapest price per day | R405 |
Popular car types in Zanzibar
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Zanzibar and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 12 June 2025.
In Zanzibar, there are 44 active hire locations from 20 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zanzibar in the past week - currently priced from R405/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:
Economy
R416+
Compact
R428+
Intermediate
R514+
Standard
R569+
SUV
R474+
People carrier
R772+
Full-size SUV
R1 840+
Mini
R405+
Compare car hire deals in Zanzibar by type
Here are the best Zanzibar small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Zanzibar medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Zanzibar SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Zanzibar van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Best car hire deals found in Zanzibar
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Zanzibar. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Zanzibar with an average daily rate of R726. Data was last updated on 12 June 2025.
Check out some of the very best car hire deals we've found in Zanzibar. Deals are updated frequently so be sure to check back soon for more options.
Cheapflights insights for Zanzibar car hires
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?
Book your car hire in Zanzibar 22 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R478/day on average when booked 22 days ahead, which saves you 1 516% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Zanzibar?
Autounion Car Rental is currently the cheapest car hire company in Zanzibar with deals as low as R345,90/day found in the past two weeks. SURPRICE CAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as R385,93/day.
What is the best car rental company in Zanzibar?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Zanzibar is AbbyCar Car Rentals (rated 6.0/10). Hertz (rated 5.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Zanzibar?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Zanzibar is March, when you can expect to pay R496/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Zanzibar is July (R549/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
R514
February
R514
March
R496
April
R514
May
R496
June
R514
July
R549
August
R549
September
R549
October
R549
November
R514
December
R531
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 car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Zanzibar
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Zanzibar known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Zanzibar. Reviews were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Zanzibar, such as AbbyCar Car Rentals, Hertz and Ace. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
AbbyCar Car Rentals
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Hertz
Ace
Europcar
Autounion Car Rental
Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
Alma Car Hire
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zanzibar, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Zanzibar?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R462/day when booking a car hire in Zanzibar. The absolute best deal a user found was for R380/day from Autounion Car Rental, booked on Jun. 8.
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 R2 927 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Zanzibar?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Zanzibar however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Zanzibar for a month?
You can potentially save up to 17% on a month-long rental by booking with Autounion Car Rental. Autounion Car Rental is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Zanzibar can cost you on average R12 545 a month or R418 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.
How much is a car hire in Zanzibar for a weekend?
Car hire prices in Zanzibar are typically R0 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to R0. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in July to be on average R447 per day.