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Ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Zan Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries cost around $42 and $198, 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 Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries.

Ferry times from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry sailings typycally depart from Zanzibar at around 07:00. The last ferry leaves at 16:30.

How long is the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry trip can take around 1 hour 20 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry Operator Schedules

There are around 26 weekly sailings from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam serviced by Zan Fast Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.

Ferry prices from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices typically range between $43* and $201*. The average price is typically $80*. The cheapest ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam start from $43*. The average price for a foot passenger is $80*.

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 January 25

How far is it from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The distance between Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 36 miles (58km) or 31 nautical miles.

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

Ferry Operators servcing ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam currently do not allow cars to travel onboard.

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

Foot passengers can travel on the Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam ferry with Zan Fast Ferries.

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

Pets currently are not allowed on ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam.
 

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Zanzibar Island to Tanzania page.
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Zanzibar - Dar es Salaam Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountryZanzibar Island
Destination CountryTanzania
No. of Operators1
OperatorsZan Fast Ferries
Average Price$80
Average Daily Sailings4
Average Weekly Sailings26
Average Sailing Duration1 h 20 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 20 m
First Ferry07:00
Last Ferry16:30
Distance31 Nautical Miles

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

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    The ferry crossing time from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is $80. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Zan Fast Ferries provide the ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Book ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam.

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

  • How far is Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

    The distance from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam is 31 nautical miles.

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 1/27/2025 and 2/2/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zan Fast Ferries 07:00 08:20 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
Zan Fast Ferries 09:15 10:35 1 hour 20 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
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 16:30 17:50 1 hour 20 minutes Everyday
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