Auto-Union
Suzuki Alto
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 4 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $29/day
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Car rental in Tanzania
5 airports · 1 port · 5 cities · drives on the left
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 4rental companies
- 4pick-up points
- from $29 per day
Half of the offers here cost under $55 a day, and one in ten under $35. The companies with the most offices here are Auto-Union, Europcar and Green Motion. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
- Meet and greet: 3
- Free cancellation: 4 of 4
- Auto-Union
- Europcar
- Green Motion
- Surprice
Where to rent a car in Tanzania
Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.
- Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport 2 companies · Meet and greet from $48
- Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport 4 companies · Meet and greet from $31
- Arusha Airport 2 companies · Meet and greet from $37
- Kilimanjaro International Airport 2 companies · Meet and greet from $44
- Dar es Salaam from $48
- Zanzibar from $31
- Arusha from $37
- Kibaha
- Merelani
Rental prices in Tanzania by car class
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | Cheapest at | From / day | Typical / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | Suzuki Alto, Chevrolet Spark | 2 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $29 | |
| Economy | Toyota Vitz, Nissan Micra, Suzuki Swift | 3 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $30 | |
| Compact | Toyota Axio, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Ist | 2 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $30 | |
| Intermediate | Toyota Allion, Toyota Rav4 | 2 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $31 | |
| Station wagon | Toyota Corolla Estate | 1 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $31 | |
| SUV | Toyota Rav4, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan X-Trail | 4 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $41 | $74 |
| Minivan | Toyota Alphard | 3 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $58 | |
| 5-seat MPV | Nissan NV200 | 1 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $48 | |
| 7-seat minivan | Toyota Noah, Nissan Serena | 2 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $49 | |
| Premium | Toyota Prado | 1 | Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport | $112 |
The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Auto-Union
Auto-Union
Toyota Vitz
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $30/day
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Auto-Union
Toyota Axio
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $30/day
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Auto-Union
Toyota Corolla
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $32/day
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Surprice
Chevrolet Spark
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 4 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
See prices
Surprice
Nissan Micra
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
See prices
Green Motion
Suzuki Swift
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 4 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $37/day
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Green Motion
Toyota Ractis
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $39/day
See prices
Green Motion
Toyota Ist
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $39/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Corolla Estate
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $31/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Allion
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $31/day
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Europcar
Toyota Rav4
or similar
Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $57/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Rav4
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $41/day
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Green Motion
Suzuki Escudo
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $43/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Rush
or similar
Arusha Airport
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $45/day
See prices
Europcar
Nissan X-Trail
or similar
Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $60/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Suzuki Jimny
or similar
Arusha Airport
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $96/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Mitsubishi Pajero
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $112/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Hilux Double
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 4 seats
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $227/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Nissan NV200
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $48/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Noah
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 7 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $49/day
See prices
Green Motion
Nissan Serena
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 7 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $55/day
See prices
Green Motion
Toyota Alphard
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 6 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $58/day
See prices
Auto-Union
Toyota Prado
or similar
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
- 7 seats
- 6 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $112/day
See prices
Car rental companies in Tanzania
Rating is the average over the company's offices in Tanzania. Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Sep 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Auto-Union
4 offices:
Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport, Arusha Airport
7.1
25+ reviews
Meet and greet · free cancellation
from $32
Europcar
4 offices:
Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport, Arusha Airport
free cancellation
from $60
Green Motion
1 office:
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
Meet and greet · free cancellation
from $37
Surprice
1 office:
Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport
Meet and greet · free cancellation
from $34
Rental conditions in Tanzania
Based on 4 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 18. Drivers under 21 pay $11 a day extra (Europcar). Drivers aged 65 and over pay $11 a day extra. |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Not accepted by any of the 4 suppliers. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 4 of 4 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at 2 of 4 suppliers. Limited at Europcar. |
| Fuel policy | Full to full (2 suppliers), Same to same (2 suppliers) |
| Transmission | All cars are automatic. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 4 suppliers. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (4 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (4 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (4 suppliers). Deductible: $600–$2 328. |
| Included in the price | Taxes, Breakdown assistance |
| One-way rental | Allowed by 1 supplier. |
| Free additional driver | Auto-Union |
| Extras | Infant seat (4 suppliers), GPS (3 suppliers), Child seat (3 suppliers), Booster seat (2 suppliers), Snow chains (1 supplier), Ski rack (1 supplier) |
| Special offers | Free additional driver (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier), Pre-registration available (1 supplier) |
Prices in Tanzania in numbers
Price per day. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Van, SUV and luxury car rental in Tanzania
Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.
- Van rental 16 cars from $49
- SUV rental 26 cars from $41
- Luxury car rental 4 cars from $112
- Exotic car rental 30 cars from $112
Car rental in Tanzania: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car in Tanzania?
Half of the offers we have seen in Tanzania cost under $55 a day, and one in ten under $35. The cheapest class is Mini, from $29 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Which car rental company is cheapest in Tanzania?
Surprice is the cheapest for a small car, about $34 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Tanzania?
The lowest minimum age among our partners in Tanzania is 18. Drivers under 21 pay a young-driver fee of $11 a day.
Can I rent a car in Tanzania with a debit card?
None of our partners in Tanzania accept a debit card. You need a credit card.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Tanzania?
In Tanzania you drive on the left. 100% of the rental cars are automatic.
What are the driving rules in Tanzania?
Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns. Drink-drive limit: 0.08% blood alcohol. Sources: WHO Global status report on road safety 2023, EU Your Europe road rules and national road operators, checked October 2026. Local signs always apply.
Where is car rental cheapest in Tanzania?
The lowest prices we have seen are at Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Intl Airport ($31), Arusha Airport ($37) and Kilimanjaro International Airport ($44). Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.