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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 between £34 and £158, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry Times

The first Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry typically departs from Zanzibar at around 07:00. The last ferry usually departs 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. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 26 weekly sailings from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam provided by Zan Fast Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

Zan Fast Ferries provide 26 sailings weekly.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry Prices

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices typically range between £34* and £158*. The average price is typically £64*. The cheapest Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices start from £34*. The average price for a foot passenger is £64*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and 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 36.0 miles (57.9km) or 31 nautical miles.

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

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings 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 ferries between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

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

Pets are currently not allowed on board the 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 DestinationZanzibar Island
DestinationTanzania
No. of Operators1
OperatorsZan Fast Ferries
Average Price£64
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 £64. 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

Ferry Timetables between 20/01/2025 and 26/01/2025


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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