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How to Get from Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Jambiani

Jambiani is 57.5 km south-east of Zanzibar Airport on Unguja's east coast. The drive takes about 56 minutes by taxi or pre-booked transfer; the public dala-dala option takes 2 to 2.5 hours and is best for very light packers.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 57.5 km road distance

Pre-Booked Resort Transfer

Recommended
60 mins •On Request / Pre-Book
€27 - €45 (Per Vehicle, Fixed)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (Confirm)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Terminal 3 arrivals after baggage claim.
  2. Look for your pre-booked driver holding a name sign at the arrivals exit.
  3. Confirm the fixed per-car price and the hotel in Jambiani before loading luggage.
  4. Ride roughly 56 minutes south-east on the main road via the east coast.
  5. Get dropped directly at your Jambiani hotel or villa.
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Official Airport Taxi

Negotiated Fare
60 mins •Available 24/7 Outside Arrivals
€27 - €45 (Per Vehicle, Negotiated)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Terminal 3 arrivals after baggage claim.
  2. Use the official taxi rank outside; ignore touts inside.
  3. Agree a total fixed fare per car in USD or TZS before loading.
  4. Confirm the destination is Jambiani village/your hotel, not just Paje.
  5. Ride about 56-60 minutes and ask to be dropped at your accommodation.

Dala-Dala (Local Minibus)

Cheapest
150 mins •Daytime Only, No Fixed Schedule
€1 - €3 (Per Person, Cash TZS)
Luggage: Limited Space, Not Suited for Suitcases
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit the airport and walk to the main road outside the terminal (not tourist-friendly with luggage).
  2. Board a dala-dala heading to Darajani terminal in Stone Town and pay cash in TZS.
  3. At Darajani, transfer to Mwanakwerekwe terminal by local dala-dala or taxi (ask locals).
  4. From Mwanakwerekwe, board a south/east-coast dala-dala toward Jambiani and tell the conductor your stop.
  5. Get off at Jambiani and walk or arrange a short motorbike/car to your exact accommodation.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Taxis at ZNZ have no meters: agree a fixed total fare per car and the currency before loading, as first quotes can be much higher.
  • Ignore unofficial touts inside the terminal; use the official taxi rank or a pre-booked driver holding a name sign.
  • Uber does not operate on Zanzibar and Bolt is scarce to Jambiani; do not rely on ride-hailing for beach transfers.
  • Dala-dala has little luggage space and no official timetable; pay the conductor in cash TZS and confirm the Jambiani stop before boarding.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Jambiani from Zanzibar Airport?

Jambiani is 57.5 km south-east of Zanzibar Airport, about 56 minutes by car in normal traffic.

What is the cheapest way from ZNZ to Jambiani?

The cheapest option is the local dala-dala minibus, costing roughly €1-3 per person, but it requires a transfer at Mwanakwerekwe and takes 2-2.5 hours.

How much is a taxi from Zanzibar Airport to Jambiani?

A negotiated airport taxi typically costs around €27-45 per car, or USD 30-50, for the 57.5 km ride to Jambiani.

Is there a direct bus or shuttle from ZNZ to Jambiani?

No direct airport bus or shuttle exists. The only public option is the dala-dala minibus with a change in Stone Town and at Mwanakwerekwe, daytime only.

Can I pay by card for the transfer?

Taxis and dala-dalas are mostly cash only in USD or TZS. Pre-booked private transfers can often be paid online by card.

Is it safe to arrive at night?

Yes, but pre-book a transfer or take a taxi, as late-night taxi quotes tend to be higher and dala-dalas do not run reliably after dark.

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