Travel between Zanzibar and
Dar es salaam by fast ferry!
Traveling between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam by ferry is the most convenient option if you're on a budget, carrying heavy luggage, or have missed your flight. Additionally, the journey offers an adventurous experience.
Complete the above booking form
Select your route between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam, then specify your preferred departure date and time. You can also choose optional services, such as transfers to and from the ferry terminal, before submitting your booking.
Receive your Confirmation
We will send you an email to confirm your tickets, complete the payment, and send you your ticket's boarding pass.
Ferry Tickets Booking Service
Our booking service offers quick and easy access to both Azam Marine’s Kilimanjaro fast ferries and Zanzibar One’s Zan Fast Ferries, allowing you to secure your tickets in advance for seamless travel between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.
Kilimanjaro Fast Ferries are the most popular choice, but Zanzibar One is faster, taking just 70 to 80 minutes to travel between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam, compared to Kilimanjaro Ferries, which take 90 to 105 minutes.
Ferry Schedule between Zanzibar and Dar es salaam
Here is the standard daily ferry schedule between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. On busier days, such as weekends or holidays, extra departures are added at 11:00, 14:30, and 16:30. However, even with these additional ferries, tickets can still sell out quickly. To secure your spot, it's best to book your ferry tickets as early as possible.
| Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | 08:45 |
| 09:30 | 11:15 |
| 12:30 | 14:15 |
| 16:00 | 17:40 |
| Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|
| 07:00 | 08:45 |
| 09:30 | 11:15 |
| 12:30 | 14:15 |
| 16:00 | 17:40 |
Ticket Price
| Economy | Business | VIP | Royal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-resident | $35 | N/A | $60 | $100 |
| East Africa Citizen | $30 | N/A | $60 | $100 |
| Child(5 - 10) | $30 | N/A | $60 | $100 |
| Resident | $13 | N/A | $28 | $44 |
| Baby | Free | N/A | Free | Free |
| Free WiFi | N/A | |||
| Baggage Limit | 25kg | N/A | 25kg | 25kg |
Why Take the Ferry?
Choosing to travel by ferry offers several advantages, with the following being the most significant:
If you're traveling with heavy luggage, taking the ferry is the most convenient option. Unlike flights, ferries allow you to carry more weight without extra charges.
Traveling by ferry is more cost-effective than flying, especially when moving between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam.
If you've missed your flight, consider taking the ferry. The journey between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar takes only about 1 hour and 30 to 45 minutes by ferry, making it a quick and reliable alternative.
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