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Zanzibar Island Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes from Zanzibar Island

Zanzibar Island to Paje
167,200 TZS
Zanzibar Island to Kendwa
196,800 TZS
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Zanzibar Island taxi prices

In Zanzibar Island, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
5TZS
Price per KM
4 TZS
Waiting time per hour
7TZS
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Zanzibar Island city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 25 TZS.

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Zanzibar Island taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Zanzibar Island?

A 5km ride in Zanzibar Island costs about 25 TZS. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Zanzibar Island?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Zanzibar Island or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Zanzibar Island as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Zanzibar Island?

If you can’t find a taxi Zanzibar Island or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Zanzibar Island?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Zanzibar Island taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Zanzibar Island.

What’s the price of Taxi in Zanzibar Island per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Zanzibar Island is 5,000.0 TZS. Each KM is then priced at 4,000.0 TZS. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 7,500.0 TZS per hour.

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