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

Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) is in Zanzibar City, Unguja; Nungwi lies 63 km north at the island's northern tip. Door-to-door journeys take about 1 hour 15 minutes by private transfer or taxi, while the cheapest dala-dala route via Stone Town takes 2.5–3.5 hours.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 63.2 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Recommended
74 mins •On Demand (Pre-Booked)
€47 - €65 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Suitcases + Hand Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 3 and look for your driver holding a name sign.
  2. Confirm the booking name, car registration and destination before loading luggage.
  3. Board the private car and pay the agreed fixed price in cash (USD or TZS) if not prepaid.
  4. Drive directly north via Zanzibar City towards Nungwi, about 74 minutes.
  5. Ask to be dropped at your hotel or resort reception in Nungwi.
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Official Airport Taxi

74 mins •On Demand at Arrivals
€33 - €47 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free (Negotiated)
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Terminal 3 and walk to the official taxi rank outside.
  2. Ignore touts inside the terminal; use the rank or a pre-booked driver.
  3. Agree the total fare per car in USD or TZS before loading luggage.
  4. Take the direct road north to Nungwi, about 74 minutes.
  5. Pay cash at drop-off; small notes are best.

Dala-dala via Stone Town

Cheapest
180 mins •Daytime Only (See Timetable)
€1.50 - €2.50 / Person
Luggage: No Storage for Large Suitcases
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Leave the terminal and walk to the main road outside the airport.
  2. Board a dala-dala heading to Darajani terminal in Stone Town and pay the conductor in TZS.
  3. At Darajani, ask for the Nungwi dala-dala on the northern route.
  4. Ride to the Nungwi main road, then walk to your accommodation.
  5. Do not attempt this at night or with large suitcases.

Bolt Ride-Hailing (Limited)

Not Reliable for Nungwi
74 mins •No Fixed Frequency (App Only)
€33 - €47 (Per Vehicle, if available)
Luggage: Standard Car Boot
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and open the Bolt app.
  2. Set your destination as Nungwi and follow the pickup point shown in the app.
  3. If a driver accepts, confirm the car registration before boarding.
  4. Pay via the app; expect long waits or no match on this route.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts inside the terminal who claim to be official taxi or transfer drivers; pre-book or walk to the advertised taxi rank outside Arrivals.
  • Airport taxis have no meters: agree the total fare per car (not per person) and the currency before loading luggage, or you may face a much higher quote.
  • Uber is not operating in Zanzibar, and Bolt cars are scarce in Nungwi and Kendwa; do not rely on ride-hailing for a beach transfer.
  • Do not pay in euros at a poor exchange rate or let someone help with bags for a fee; keep small USD/TZS cash, and pay the dala-dala conductor directly in TZS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a taxi from ZNZ to Nungwi?

Roughly USD 35–50 per car (about €33–47) during the day; first quotes at the rank can reach USD 60–65, so negotiate and agree before loading luggage.

Is there a public bus from Zanzibar airport to Nungwi?

There is no direct airport bus. You can take a dala-dala from the main road outside the airport to Darajani terminal in Stone Town, then a second dala-dala to Nungwi. It is cheap but not recommended with suitcases or at night.

What is the cheapest way to get from the airport to Nungwi?

The cheapest way is the dala-dala minibus via Stone Town, costing only a few euros in total, but it takes far longer and has little luggage space.

Can I use Uber or Bolt at Zanzibar airport?

Uber does not operate in Zanzibar. Bolt is licensed but cars are scarce for Nungwi and Kendwa, so pre-book a transfer or use a taxi instead.

How long does the drive from ZNZ to Nungwi take?

The road distance is about 63 km and typically takes about 75 minutes, but allow up to 2 hours in heavy traffic or at night.

Do I need cash to pay for transport in Zanzibar?

Yes, cash is the norm for taxis, transfers and dala-dalas; card payment is uncommon. Have small USD or TZS notes.

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