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Stone Town to Jozani Forest transfer

Private car from Stone Town to Jozani Forest from $30. About 35 km and 47 minutes, with a friendly English-speaking driver.

Private car
1–3 guests
$30
Minivan
4–7 guests
$45
Coaster bus
8–20 guests
$75
Book Stone Town → Jozani Forest

About this route

Stone Town is Zanzibar's UNESCO World Heritage old town, famous for carved doors, spice markets and Forodhani night food market. Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park is the only home of the rare Zanzibar red colobus monkey.

Our Stone Town to Jozani Forest 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 35 km. Most trips take around 47 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

How much is a taxi from Stone Town to Jozani Forest?

A private car costs $30, a minivan $45 and a coaster bus $75.

How long does it take?

Around 47 minutes for about 35 km.

Is the return trip available?

Yes — book the Jozani Forest to Stone Town transfer for your way back.

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