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Tanzania

Tanga → Zanzibar

12Go lists 1 departure a day at 11:30 from Tanga to Zanzibar, run by Zan Fast Ferries, taking about 4h. Zan Fast Ferries’ own website shows no readable timetable. The times are the booking site's: check yours before you travel.

⏱ 4h🚢 1 operator📅 1 departure a day at 11:30, as listed by 12Go
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Tanga to Zanzibar ferry at a glance

The ferry from Tanga to Zanzibar takes 4h across the Indian Ocean (Zanzibar Channel), operated by Zan Fast Ferries. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 1 departure a day at 11:30, as listed by 12Go.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-29.

Sources: 12go.asia · How we verify

Return crossing: Zanzibar to Tanga

Zan Fast Ferries also sails Zanzibar to Tanga, taking 4h.

Tanga to Zanzibar ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Times from 12Go, check before you travel. No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are the departures 12Go lists.

Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 1 departure a day at 11:30

Departures listed by 12Go

  • Zan Fast Ferries: 11:30 → 15:30

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures and live seats for your travel date before you book.

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Source: 12Go schedule (booking site; Zan Fast Ferries’ own website shows no readable timetable). Verified 2026-10-29.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Tanga and Zanzibar

📐 65 Nautical Miles
Tanga⇄Zanzibar
⏱ 4h · 📐 65 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Zan Fast FerriesAbout 4hFast ferry

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

65 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

    Tips for the Tanga to Zanzibar Crossing

    • Zan Fast Ferries’ own website shows no readable timetable. The times on this page are the ones 12Go listed on 29 October 2026; check yours when you book and again before you travel.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does the boat from Tanga to Zanzibar take?
    About 4h on the departures 12Go lists. Times depend on the boat and the sea, and Zan Fast Ferries’ own website shows no readable timetable, so check the time on your ticket.
    What time is the first and last boat from Tanga to Zanzibar?
    12Go lists 1 departure a day at 11:30. These are booking-site times checked on 29 October 2026; they change with the season and the weather, so confirm before you travel.
    Who runs the boats from Tanga to Zanzibar?
    12Go lists Zan Fast Ferries. 12Go's tickets start from TZS 413,179.
    How often does the Tanga to Zanzibar ferry sail?
    Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 1 departure a day at 11:30. These are the departures 12Go listed (checked 2026-10-29); no operator timetable is published, so check before you travel.
    Which ferry companies sail from Tanga to Zanzibar?
    Zan Fast Ferries operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
    Can I take my car on the Tanga to Zanzibar ferry?
    No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
    Can I take the Tanga to Zanzibar ferry as a foot passenger?
    Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
    Are dogs and pets allowed on the Tanga to Zanzibar ferry?
    This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
    How far is Tanga from Zanzibar by ferry?
    The sea crossing is about 65 nautical miles (roughly 120 km).