Aerial view of Mafia Island's turquoise waters and dhows at sunset

Daily sailings · Dar es Salaam ⇄ Mafia Island

Sail to the island paradise of Mafia.

Crystal-clear waters, whale sharks and white-sand beaches — just one fast crossing away. Book your ferry in minutes and pay with mobile money.

Instant QR e-tickets M-Pesa · Tigo · Airtel Kids half price

Live schedule

Tomorrow's departures

Simple booking

Three steps to the island

1

Search & choose

Pick your route, date and travel class from live availability.

2

Add passengers

Enter traveller details and choose seats where available.

3

Pay & sail

Confirm with mobile money and board with your QR ticket.

Why sail with us

A premium crossing, made for Tanzania

Fast, modern ferries

Cross between Dar es Salaam and Mafia Island in comfort aboard our fast passenger fleet.

Pay with mobile money

M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money and more — pay securely from your phone in seconds.

Instant e-tickets

Your QR boarding pass is issued the moment payment completes. No printing needed.

Family-friendly fares

Children 6–13 sail at half price and infants under 6 travel free on your lap.

The destination

Mafia Island Marine Park awaits

Swim with whale sharks, dive untouched coral reefs and unwind on beaches that few travellers ever find. Mafia Island is Tanzania's best-kept secret — and your gateway is a comfortable fast-ferry ride across the channel.

Travel your way

Four classes of comfort

Class 1

Economy

Comfortable airline-style seating for a great-value crossing.

Class 2

Business

Extra legroom, priority boarding and a quieter deck.

Class 3

VIP

Lounge seating with refreshments and panoramic views.

Flagship

Royal

Our finest private cabin-class experience on the water.

Ready for the island?

Seats fill fast in high season — secure yours now and pay in seconds with mobile money.