Getting around by cab and VTC Tanzania

Issa is an excellent driver who speaks very good English and has worked for many agencies before setting up his own business. He knows the whole island and the best logistical options for arranging transfers, tours in a 7-seater air-conditioned van, the standard taxi in Zanzibar even if you are only 2 or 4. It offers good prices without doing tours, simply taxi. Practical for those who would like to organize themselves their travels on the island. Very serious and friendly. Responsive on WhatsApp.

Cabs are plentiful at the airport and in the center of Stone Town, in front of the Tembo Hotel and in Kelele Square. Official prices are high, but in reality - even at the airport counter - you can negotiate a discount of around 30% with a little patience, especially on long journeys. The bajajs recently introduced to Zanzibar are parked in the same place, and can also be found in front of the Darajani market. Handy if you only have a backpack to take to the airport, or if you want to return to Forodhani from Darajani.

Suleiman offers private transfers in 7-seater or 4-seater air-conditioned cars at low prices. The drivers are punctual and friendly, and Suleiman speaks French and is very responsive on WhatsApp. You'll need to book transfers in advance, both from the airport to the island's main resorts (Nungwi-Kendwa, Pajé-Jambiani, airport, etc.), and for excursions. He also knows the captains and can arrange snorkeling excursions and visits. He is also a French-speaking guide in Stone Town.

Shehani is a friendly bajaj driver who speaks English. Serious, punctual, careful, he is also full of ideas. He offers to take you by tuk-tuk at a slow pace to Bweni (day trip) passing by a hippo pool, a white sandy beach where he will barbecue fish and seafood for lunch. Better than the crowded dala dala and cheaper than the 4x4. In addition to the Kilindoni-Untende route at any time, he can take you to Kilindoni, to the village centre as well as to the authentic fishermen's quarter on the beach side.