Zanzibar Shuttle vs Private Transfer — Real Cost Comparison

The Quick Math

For 2+ travellers, a private Alphard transfer usually costs the same or less than a shared shuttle — and you go directly to your hotel without waiting.

Example — Airport to Nungwi

Shared shuttle: $25 per person × 2 = $50

Private Alphard: $45 for the whole vehicle (up to 5 people)

Time saved: 1–2 hours (no waiting for other passengers, no extra hotel stops)

When Shared Shuttles Make Sense

Solo travellers on a tight budget

Flexible schedule (you don't mind waiting)

Comfortable with multiple stops

When Private Transfer Wins

2+ travellers

Families with children

Late-night arrivals

Anyone with a connecting tour or restaurant booking

Anyone who values direct door-to-door service

Our Private Transfer Pricing

[See all 20 airport transfer routes and prices →](/zanzibar-airport-transfers)