Ferries to Zanzibar Island
2 Ferry crossings from 3 Ports
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Ferries to Zanzibar Island

Ferries to Zanzibar Island are provided by Zan Fast Ferries

Zanzibar Island Ferry Schedules

Ferries to Zanzibar Island sail around 10 times daily and up to 66 times weekly. Ferry times can vary by season. Use our Deal Finder for the most up to date sailing times and compare ticket prices.

Zanzibar Island Ferry Ports

Ferries in Zanzibar Island sail to Zanzibar ferry port with approximately 34 weekly sailings.

Ferries from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry trips run approximately 4 times daily and up to 28 times weekly, with a duration of 1 hour 20 minutes. Dar es Salaam Zanzibar ferries cost on average around $249. Exclusive of booking fees.

Ferries from Mkoani to Zanzibar

The Mkoani to Zanzibar ferry operates approximately 6 times weekly, with a sailing time of 2 hours. The average price of a Mkoani Zanzibar ferry is around $352. Exclusive of booking fees.

Prices will vary depending on various booking factors such as the number of passengers, vehicle type and season. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated February 25.

Can I travel with a car on the ferry to Zanzibar Island?

Currently cars are no allowed on ferries to Zanzibar Island.

Prices of Ferries to Zanzibar Island 

The price of a ferry to Zanzibar Island can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

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Book a ferry to Zanzibar Island and manage your booking online with Direct Ferries. Use our Deal Finder and compare tickets for the best ferry ticket prices.

Most Popular Questions for Ferries to Zanzibar Island

  • Which ferries travel to Zanzibar Island?

    Ferries to Zanzibar Island travel from:

  • What is the fastest ferry to Zanzibar Island?

    The fastest ferry crossing to Zanzibar Island is via the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar route, with a crossing time of approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest ferry to Zanzibar Island?

    The cheapest ferry to Zanzibar Island is $251 on the Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar ferry. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • What are the ferry ports in Zanzibar Island?

    Ferry Ports in Zanzibar Island:

  • Can you take pets on the ferry to Zanzibar Island?

    No pets are currently allowed on ferries to Zanzibar Island.

Zanzibar Island Ferry Routes

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