Ferries from
Tanzania to Zanzibar Island
Ferries from
Tanzania to Zanzibar Island
There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar and Mkoani to Zanzibar are popular ferry trips from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island sail approximately 54 times per week and are available with Zan Fast Ferries.
The ferry from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island takes between 1 hour 20 minutes and 1 hour 30 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island is on the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry with Zan Fast Ferries in 1 hour 20 minutes.
No, you are currently not able to take your car on the ferry from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island.
There are approximately 36 miles (58km) and 31 nautical miles between Tanzania and Zanzibar Island.
The price of a ferry from Tanzania to Zanzibar Island can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry ferry sails approximately 27 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Mkoani to Zanzibar ferry ferries sail about 6 times weekly with a sailing time of 2 hours.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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