Zanzibar
Dar es Salaam
Ferries to Tanzania
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Ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

There is usually 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. This ferry route is operated by Zan Fast Ferries. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries.

Ferry times from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

The earliest Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry sailings typically depart Zanzibar at around 07:00. The average sailing time is approximately 1h 20m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 1h 20m.

Ferry prices from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices typically range between $78* and $232*. The average price is typically $134*. The cheapest Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices start from $39*. The average price for a foot passenger is $134*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.

How far is Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 36.0 miles (57.9km) or 31.3 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry?

No ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel onboard between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Zan Fast Ferries between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

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Zanzibar - Dar es Salaam Route summary
Departure Country Tanzania
Destination Country Tanzania
No. of Operators 1
Operators Zan Fast Ferries
Average Price $134*
Average Daily Sailings 4
Average Weekly Sailings 27
Average Sailing Duration 1h 20m
First Ferry 07:00
Last Ferry 16:00
Distance 31 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-04-02.

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.

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.

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 5/6/2024 and 5/12/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zan Fast Ferries 07:00 08:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 12:00 13:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 14:00 15:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 16:00 17:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
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