About this route
Pongwe is a small, secluded east-coast beach known for palm-fringed bays and calm water. Meliá Zanzibar is a five-star resort set on a private bay in Kiwengwa on the north-east coast.
Our Pongwe to Meliá Zanzibar (Kiwengwa) transfer is a private, door-to-door ride — no shared shuttles and no waiting for other guests. Your driver tracks your flight or ferry, waits with a name sign, helps with luggage and takes the fastest road, roughly 12 km. Most trips take around 26 minutes depending on traffic and road works.
The price is fixed per vehicle, not per person, and includes fuel, bottled water and waiting time. Pay by card, mobile money (M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel) or cash in USD or TZS to the driver.
Frequently asked questions
What if my flight is delayed?
Your driver tracks your flight and waits at no extra cost, with a name sign at arrivals.
How much is a taxi from Pongwe to Meliá Zanzibar (Kiwengwa)?
A private car costs $15, a minivan $25 and a coaster bus $40.
How long does it take?
Around 26 minutes for about 12 km.
Is the return trip available?
Yes — book the Meliá Zanzibar (Kiwengwa) to Pongwe transfer for your way back.