Zanzibar Ferry

Zanzibar Ferry

Zanzibar Ferry

With a selection of up to 33 sailings weekly, the port of Zanzibar connects Zanzibar Island with Tanzania & Pemba Island. Sailing duration ranges from 1 hour 20 minutes to Dar es Salaam and 2 hours on the Mkoani 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

ZANZIBAR SEA PORT, Malindi, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Zanzibar Ferry Services

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Is there a ferry from Zanzibar?

Zan Fast Ferries offer ferries from Zanzibar, Zanzibar Island. Ferries from Zanzibar sail approximately 4 times daily and 33 times weekly.

Where can I get a ferry from Zanzibar?

Zanzibar ferries sail to 2 ports; Dar es Salaam & Mkoani connecting Zanzibar Island with Tanzania & Pemba Island.

How long is the ferry from Zanzibar?

Ferries sailing from Zanzibar take anywhere from 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours depending on the destination.  The most popular route from Zanzibar is the Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry, costing around £118.96 and sailing in 1 hour 20 minutes.

How much do ferries from Zanzibar cost?

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

  • Zanzibar Dar es Salaam - £118.96
  • Zanzibar Mkoani - £175.99

Is there a car ferry from Zanzibar?

Currently cars are not allowed on ferries from Zanzibar.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Zanzibar?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Zanzibar with Zan Fast Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Zanzibar?

Currently pets are not allowed on ferries from Zanzibar.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Zanzibar?

There are no cabins on board the ferries from Zanzibar.

Can I bring a bicycle on a ferry from Zanzibar?

There are currently no ferries where you can take your bicycle on board from Zanzibar.

 

 

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