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Cheap Car Hire in Zanzibar from R439

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 12/12 and drop-off date of 17/12. 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.
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Zanzibar car hires in 2024

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 6 12月 2024.

Most popular company

CARQ

Price of petrol per litre

R19,70

Average price per day

R494

Cheapest price per day

R439

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Zanzibar and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 6 12月 2024.

January

R614

February

R614

March

R578

April

R560

May

R542

June

R560

July

R596

August

R578

September

R560

October

R578

November

R542

December

R596

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zanzibar is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is January. 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

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 6 12月 2024.

In Zanzibar, there are 41 active hire locations from 19 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Zanzibar in the past week - currently priced from R439/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

R1 169+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

R2 021+

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compare available car types for rental in Zanzibar

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Zanzibar to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 6 12月 2024.

Small cars

R498 - R730

All Car Types

R526 - R1 180

To hire a small car in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R590/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~R498/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~R730/day). In fact, May is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zanzibar, renting a small car saves you 26% 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 car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R694/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~R522/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~R1 117/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zanzibar, renting a medium car 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R1 121/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~R1 381/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~R4 118/day). In fact, July is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zanzibar, renting a large car is 30% 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 hire a SUV in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R736/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~R548/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~R1 206/day). In fact, November is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zanzibar, renting a SUV saves you 8% 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 hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Zanzibar, Tanzania, you would pay an average price of R775/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a van in Zanzibar, Tanzania (~R773/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R1 869/day). In fact, September is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Zanzibar. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Zanzibar, renting a van saves you 3% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i20R439/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR468/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz

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 6 12月 2024.
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

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

6,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

2,0

Value

6,0

Hertz

2 locations

Ace

2 locations

Europcar

2 locations

Autounion Car Rental

4 locations

Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar

4 locations

SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

4 locations

Alma Car Hire

3 locations

Best Zanzibar car hire deals found

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 R927. Data was last updated on 6 12月 2024.
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.
Hyundai i20R439/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i20
Suzuki CiazR468/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Ford EcoSportR469/day
4
M
A/C
Ford EcoSport

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Zanzibar, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 12月 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Zanzibar?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R494/day when booking a car hire in Zanzibar. The absolute best deal a user found was for R433/day from OptimoRent, booked on Dec. 1.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Zanzibar?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Zanzibar from the following companies over the past two weeks: CarQ (R421/day), Autounion Car Rental (R468/day), and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (R932/day).

  • What are petrol prices like in Zanzibar?

    The average price of petrol in Zanzibar is R19,70/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R886 and R1 280 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    From CarQ you can hire a car in Zanzibar from about R3 744 per week on average.

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

    Hiring your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 22% in Zanzibar - we recommend booking at least 71days in advance.

  • 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 34% on a month-long rental by booking with OptimoRent. OptimoRent is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Zanzibar can cost you on average R16 044 a month or R535 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 January to be on average R806 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Zanzibar?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Zanzibar is Mini (Suzuki Swift) based on our Cheapflights data.

Car hires by fuel type in Zanzibar

Browse car hires by fuel type in Zanzibar. Deals were last updated on 6 12月 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Zanzibar. There is currently 1 fuel type to choose from.

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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