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Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry

The Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry route connects Zanzibar Island with Tanzania. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Zan Fast Ferries. The crossing operates up to 14 times each week with sailing durations from around 1 hour 20 minutes.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Zanzibar Island to Tanzania page.
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Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 1h 20m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The average price of a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 124 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

There is 1 ferry operator for Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam and this is
  • Zan Fast Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

Ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Zanzibar?

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 31 nautical miles distance apart.

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-12-16 and 2024-12-22


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zan Fast Ferries 07:00 08:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 14:00 15:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 16:30 17:50 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
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