Mkoani – Zanzibar

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Mkoani – Zanzibar

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Ferry from Mkoani to Zanzibar

Zan Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Mkoani to Zanzibar. Mkoani Zanzibar ferries cost around $57 and $229, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Mkoani Zanzibar ferries.

Ferry times from Mkoani to Zanzibar

Mkoani Zanzibar ferry sailings typycally depart from Mkoani at around 09:30. The last ferry leaves at 14:00.

How long is the ferry from Mkoani to Zanzibar?

The Mkoani Zanzibar ferry trip can take around 2 hours. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Mkoani Zanzibar Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 6 weekly sailings from Mkoani to Zanzibar serviced by Zan Fast Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Mkoani to Zanzibar

Mkoani Zanzibar ferry prices typically range between $57* and $229*. The average price is typically $220*. The cheapest ferries from Mkoani to Zanzibar start from $57*. The average price for a foot passenger is $220*.

Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25

How far is it from Mkoani to Zanzibar?

The distance between Mkoani to Zanzibar is approximately 53 miles (85km) or 46 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Mkoani Zanzibar ferry?

Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Mkoani to Zanzibar currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Mkoani to Zanzibar?

Foot passengers can travel on the Mkoani to Zanzibar ferry with Zan Fast Ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Mkoani to Zanzibar?

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Mkoani to Zanzibar.
 

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Mkoani - Zanzibar Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryPemba Island
Destination CountryZanzibar Island
No. of Operators1
OperatorsZan Fast Ferries
Average Price$220
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings6
Average Sailing Duration2 h
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h
First Ferry09:30
Last Ferry14:00
Distance46 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.

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Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 4/14/2025 and 4/20/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zan Fast Ferries 09:30 11:30 2 hours Mon, Wed, Thu
Zan Fast Ferries 12:00 14:00 2 hours Fri
Zan Fast Ferries 14:00 16:00 2 hours Tue, Sun

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