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Ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Depending on the season their are usually 4 daily and 26 weekly sailings between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. Zan Fast Ferries provides the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries cost between $68 and $319, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The earliest Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry typically departs Zanzibar at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:30.

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

Ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam sail in around 1 hour 20 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Zanzibar Dar es Salaam Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 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.

How much does the ferry cost from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam?

The price of a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam typically range between $67* and $313*. On average the Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry is $129*. The cheapest Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferry prices start from $67*. The average price for a foot passenger is $129*.

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.

What is the distance 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 on the ferry from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.

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

Zan Fast Ferries allow foot passengers on Zanzibar Dar es Salaam ferries.

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

Currently, are not permitted to board 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$129
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 $129. 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 13/1/2025 and 19/1/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Zan Fast Ferries 07:00 08:20 1 hour 20 minutes Mon
Zan Fast Ferries 09:15 10:35 1 hour 20 minutes Mon
Zan Fast Ferries 12:00 13:20 1 hour 20 minutes Mon
Zan Fast Ferries 14:00 15:20 1 hour 20 minutes Mon
Zan Fast Ferries 16:30 17:50 1 hour 20 minutes Mon
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