Port of Zanzibar (TZZNZ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Zanzibar (UN/LOCODE TZZNZ) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean. It sits at 6.1667° S, 39.1833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Indian Ocean
- Region
- Tanzania
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Zanzibar
Where is Port of Zanzibar located?
Port of Zanzibar is a seaport located in Tanzania, on the Indian Ocean. Its coordinates are 6.1667° S, 39.1833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Zanzibar?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Zanzibar is TZZNZ — country code TZ, location code ZNZ.
How deep is Port of Zanzibar?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Zanzibar has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
Does Port of Zanzibar require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Zanzibar.
What type of harbor is Port of Zanzibar?
Port of Zanzibar is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Zanzibar have?
Port of Zanzibar is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Zanzibar are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #47050), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →