Ferry to Zanzibar Island

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Ferry to Zanzibar Island

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Ferry to Zanzibar Island

Ferries to Zanzibar Island are operated by Zan Fast Ferries

Zanzibar Island Ferry Times

There are about 10 daily sailings and up to 64 weekly sailings to Zanzibar Island. Ferry schedules can vary by season. Use our Deal Finder for the most up to date sailing times and compare tickets.

Zanzibar Island Ferry Ports

There is one port where ferries sail to Zanzibar Island, Zanzibar port with approximately 33 weekly sailings.

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar Ferry

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferries sails approximately 4 times daily and up to 27 times weekly, with a sailing time of 1 hour 20 minutes. Dar es Salaam Zanzibar ferries cost around $227 on average. Exclusive of booking fees.

Mkoani to Zanzibar Ferry

Mkoani to Zanzibar ferries sail approximately 6 times weekly, with a crossing time of 2 hours. Mkoani Zanzibar ferry is around $315 on average. Exclusive of booking fees. 

Prices will vary depending on various booking factors such as the number of passengers, vehicle type and season. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

Can I take a car on the ferry to Zanzibar Island?

Currently cars can not travel on ferries to Zanzibar Island.

Ferry Prices and Offers for ferries to Zanzibar Island 

The price of a ferry to Zanzibar Island can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

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