About this route
Uroa is a relaxed east-coast village with wide tidal flats and local fishing life. Pongwe is a small, secluded east-coast beach known for palm-fringed bays and calm water.
Our Uroa to Pongwe 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 8 km. Most trips take around 22 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 Uroa to Pongwe?
A private car costs $15, a minivan $25 and a coaster bus $40.
How long does it take?
Around 22 minutes for about 8 km.
Is the return trip available?
Yes — book the Pongwe to Uroa transfer for your way back.