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Port of Dar es Salaam

TZDAR🇹🇿Tanzania

Port Location

About Port of Dar es Salaam

Located on the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's principal port and handles over 90% of the country's cargo. It serves as a vital gateway for trade for Tanzania and neighboring landlocked states.

Background
The Port of Dar es Salaam is the principal port serving Tanzania located in Kurasini ward of Temeke District of Dar es Salaam Region. The port is one of three ocean ports in the country and handles over 90% of the country's cargo traffic. According to the International Association of Ports and Harbors, it is the fourth largest port on the African continent's Indian Ocean coastline after Durban, Mombasa and Maputo. The port acts as a gateway for commerce and trade for Tanzania and numerous bordering landlocked states.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47010 →
GeoNames ID
160261 →
Wikidata
Q15940655 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tanzaniaports.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TZDAR
Country
🇹🇿Tanzania
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-6.8260°
Longitude
39.2982°

Terminals

TANZANIA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL SERVICES (TICTS)

TANZANIA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL SERVICES (TICTS) / HUTCHISON PORTS TANZANIA

Dar es Salaam Port, P.O. Box 71442, Kurasini, 15109 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Dar es Salaam?+
The approach to Dar es Salaam is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Minazi Mikinda Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NE. Other aids include Kurasini (0.7 NM WSW), Minazi Mikinda Range Front (0.7 NM NE), Ras Rangoni Range Rear (1 NM ENE), Ras Rangoni Range Front (1.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Dar es Salaam on?+
The Port of Dar es Salaam is situated on the Indian Ocean in TZ. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Dar es Salaam?+
You can track vessels near Dar es Salaam (TZDAR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for TZDAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dar es Salaam?+
The Port of Dar es Salaam operates in the UTC+3 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.