Travel from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar aboard a modern commercial ferry, offering a fast, comfortable, and reliable way to reach the island. With both Economy and Business Class options available, you can choose the travel experience that best suits your needs while enjoying scenic views during the crossing.
Your journey begins with pickup from your hotel or airport in Dar es Salaam, followed by a transfer to the ferry terminal. After check-in, board your ferry and enjoy an approximately 2 to 2.5-hour voyage across the Indian Ocean before arriving at Zanzibar Ferry Terminal, ready to begin your island adventure.
Highlights
- Travel from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar aboard a high-speed commercial ferry
- Choose between Economy and Business Class seating
- Enjoy pickup from your hotel or airport in Dar es Salaam
- Relax during a comfortable ferry crossing across the Indian Ocean
- Select from multiple daily departure times to suit your schedule
What to Bring
- Valid passport
- Booking confirmation
- Credit card
- Small day bag
Know Before You Go
- This experience is non-refundable.
- Please provide your preferred travel date, departure time, and a copy of your passport after booking.
- Foreign travelers must carry a valid passport when traveling between mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
- Pickup is available from hotels and airports in Dar es Salaam only.
- Transfers from Zanzibar Ferry Terminal are not included.
- Each passenger may bring up to 25 kg of luggage. Additional luggage is subject to extra charges.
- Please arrive on time, as missed departures are non-refundable.