There are a few ferry operators but be careful
when selecting your trip. Firstly you are going
to be hassled at the port by overeager locals
wanting a commission for referring you to a
specific ferry operator and secondly, the
"cheaper" ferries are very slow, and
some don't look seaworthy. Take your time to
find the Azam Marine booking office, and don't
let the local people show you which is best.
We recommend Azam Marine if you are wanting
to undertake trips from Dar/Zanzibar or Pemba/Zanzibar
as we found them to be more comfortable and
reliable. They may be a bit more expensive, but
it is worth it You do not necessarily have
to take the luxury option, as the seats are
basically the same in both classes. Movies are
offered for your entertainment in both classes
whilst in the luxury class, you will be offered
tea or coffee.
Be sure to remember your passport when
traveling to Zanzibar port from Dar, as the
authorities will ask for it. The trip
Dar/Zanzibar should take about 2 hours whilst
the trip Pemba/Zanzibar will take about 70
minutes. The ferry between Dar and Zanzibar
operates daily and goes from Zanzibar to Pemba
on Tuesdays to Friday.
|
Route
|
Frequency |
Departure
Times |
Approximate
cost |
| Zanzibar to Dar |
Mon to Fri |
07h00, 09h30, 13h30, 16h30 |
$35 |
| Dar to Zanzibar |
Mon to Fri |
08h00, 11h15, 13h15, 16h30 |
$35 |
| Zanzibar to Pemba |
Tue to Fri |
10h00 |
$40 |
| Pemba to Zanzibar |
Tue to Fri |
13h00 |
$40 |
Make sure you are there at least half an hour
before departure time.
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