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How to book a Ferry to Zanzibar

How to book a Ferry to Zanzibar

With our ferry to Zanzibar guide you will get all the info you need in order to plan your ferry crossing to Zanzibar Island.

Using our fare search you can check timetables, live prices and availability for ferries to Zanzibar, or compare your destination with alternative ports, not just in Zanzibar Island, but further afield too.

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Zanzibar Ferry Services


Is there a ferry to Zanzibar?

Zan Fast Ferries offer ferries to Zanzibar, Zanzibar Island. Ferries to Zanzibar sail approximately 4 times daily and 26 times weekly.

How long is the ferry to Zanzibar?

Ferries sailing to Zanzibar take anywhere from 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes depending on the departure destination.

What is the most Popular route to Zanzibar?

The most popular route to Zanzibar is Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, costing around $255 and sailing in 1 hour 20 minutes.

How much do ferries to Zanzibar cost?

Ferry price to Zanzibar depends on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship. Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar costs around $255.

Is there a car ferry to Zanzibar?

Currently cars are not allowed on ferries toZanzibar.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Zanzibar?

Foot Passengers can board ferries to Zanzibar. You can travel as a foot passenger to Zanzibar with Zan Fast Ferries. View our Deal Finder to see which routes allow foot passengers.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Zanzibar?

Currently pets are not allowed on ferries to Zanzibar.

Can I book a cabin on ferries to Zanzibar?

There are no cabins on board the ferries to Zanzibar.

Can I bring a bicycle on a ferry to Zanzibar?

There are currently no ferries where you can take your bicycle on board ferries to Zanzibar.

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