Dar es Salaam Ferry

Dar es Salaam Ferry

Dar es Salaam Ferry

With a selection of up to 7 sailings weekly, the port of Dar es Salaam connects Tanzania with Zanzibar Island. Sailing duration ranges from 1 hour 20 minutes to Zanzibar and 1 hour 20 minutes on the Zanzibar service.

Sailing information can vary based on time of year, so we’d advise you to view live sailing times and prices in our Deal Finder.

Port Address

DAR SEA PORT, Sokoine Drive, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

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Is there a ferry from Dar es Salaam?

Zan Fast Ferries offer ferries from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.Ferries from Dar es Salaam sail approximately 7 times weekly.

Where can I get a ferry from Dar es Salaam?

Dar es Salaam ferries sail to Zanzibar connecting Tanzania with Zanzibar Island.

How long is the ferry from Dar es Salaam?

Ferries sailing from Dar es Salaam take anywhere from 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes depending on the destination.  The most popular route from Dar es Salaam is the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry, costing around £146.36 and sailing in 1 hour 20 minutes.

How much do ferries from Dar es Salaam cost?

Ferry price from Dar es Salaam depends on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship. 

  • Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar - £146.36

Is there a car ferry from Dar es Salaam?

Currently cars are not allowed on ferries from Dar es Salaam.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Dar es Salaam?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Dar es Salaam with Zan Fast Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Dar es Salaam?

Currently pets are not allowed on ferries from Dar es Salaam.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Dar es Salaam?

There are no cabins on board the ferries from Dar es Salaam.

Can I bring a bicycle on a ferry from Dar es Salaam?

There are currently no ferries where you can take your bicycle on board from Dar es Salaam.

 

 

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