Ferries from
Zanzibar Island to Tanzania
Ferries from
Zanzibar Island to Tanzania
There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar to Mkoani are popular ferry trips from Zanzibar Island to Tanzania. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Zanzibar Island to Tanzania sail approximately 54 times per week and are operated by Zan Fast Ferries.
Zanzibar Island to Tanzania ferries sail in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
No, currently you cannot travel by car on the ferry from Zanzibar Island to Tanzania.
The distance between Zanzibar Island and Tanzania is 36 miles (58km) and 31 nautical miles.
Zanzibar Island to Tanzania ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam ferry ferry sails approximately 27 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Zanzibar to Mkoani ferry ferries sail about 5 times weekly with a sailing time of 2 hours.
We recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our Special Offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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