Ferries from Tunis to Palermo
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The ferry crossing from Tunis to Palermo is covered by 2 ferry operators (Grandi Navi Veloci and Grimaldi Lines) with a combined schedule of 4 weekly connections with typically afternoon departures and maximum duration of 15 hours 01 minute. You can also get to your destination with your car because ferries that operate on this crossing allow vehicles. These ferries provide cafes and bars along with different types of accommodation to suit all of your needs. Early booking will ensure your choice of either regular seating or cabin accomodation.
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| Route: TUNIS - PALERMO |
| Average Weekly Sailings: 3 weekly sailings |
| Sailing Days: Sunday, Thursday, Saturday |
| No. of Operators: 2 |
| Operators: GRANDI NAVI VELOCI, GRIMALDI LINES |
| First Ferry: 03:30 |
| Last Ferry: 23:59 |
| Average trip duration: 13 h 07 min |
| Distance: 359.56 Km |
Grandi Navi Veloci ferry lines allow you to lock the price of your ticket by paying a 10% deposit on the total price (including fees) and paying the rest of the balance within 30 days of departure. Failure to pay the balance will result in the loss of the 20% deposit. Tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Minimum pre-sale value of 50 euros.
20% discount
Grandi Navi Veloci offers a discounted rate to Sicilian residents and those born in Sicily and this discount also applies to your family and your vehicle. The resident fare is not available on all departures. In the case in which only the children are residents, the discounted rate does not extend to the other family members.
Buy meals onboard whilst booking your ticket by selecting a prepaid card. Food Pass cards (€30), Maxi Food Pass cards (€50) and Super Food Pass (€100) will allow you to save up to 30% on meals onboard.
30% discount
Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 4 and 12, including fees. Discount valid on all routes to and from Albania, Sardinia, Sicily and Spain.
50% discount
Children under 2 travel free on all ferry routes to Morocco and Tunisia, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 2 and 15 for ferry routes to and from Tunisia, including fees.
50% discount
Grandi Navi Veloci allows you to travel with your pet. To bring your pet onboard just buy a ticket for the kennel or cattery, or travel in a special cabin that allows the transport of pets. Access to common areas with pets is forbidden, but walking on the deck is allowed as long as you keep your pet on a leash and with a muzzle. The company also required appropriate documentation for each pet. It is forbidden to transport animals inside your vehicle.
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Children under 2 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount
Receive a 50% discount on tickets for children between the ages of 2 and 12 including fees. T
50% discount
The "Return Discount Tunisia" offer from Grimaldi Lines gives a 20% discount on the return ticket for round-trip travel to/from Tunisia (Salerno-Tunis, Civitavecchia-Tunis, and Palermo-Tunis) when booked together with the outbound ticket. The discount applies to the ferry passage, accommodation, pets, and vehicles, but does not apply to fixed charges, EU ETS costs, insurance, or onboard services such as meals, Wi-Fi, and wellness. The offer is valid year-round and is automatically applied during the booking process at the Special fare level. It can be combined with other active offers and discount codes, unless specifically excluded, and is not retroactive, meaning it does not apply to bookings made before the offer's start date.
20% discount
All passengers who are born in or residents of Sicily are entitled to special rates on routes to and from Sicily. Upon boarding, you will be requested to present a valid document that states your place of birth or residence in Sicily. The discount can not be used in conjunction with the Seniors Discount.
Pets are always welcome on board Grimaldi Lines ships! If you wish to travel with your four-legged friend, please follow the guidelines below to ensure a safe and comfortable journey for them.
Pet-Friendly Areas:
Dogs and cats can be accommodated in cages or in cabins, provided the pet in cabin service is booked. Other animals (rabbits, birds, reptiles, etc.) must travel in carriers or tanks owned by the passenger. Pets can walk on the outer decks on a leash and muzzle but are not allowed in public areas, restaurants, lounges, or areas designated for passengers. Pet in Cabin Service: If you wish to bring your pet into the cabin, it is necessary to purchase the pet in cabin service, available at €10 per cabin each way. This service allows your pet to stay with you in maximum comfort, with a bedding set provided and cabin cleaning at the end of the trip. Cabins can accommodate up to 3 pets, each with their own welcome bag.
Guide Dogs: Visually impaired passengers can travel free of charge with their guide dog. The dog may stay in the cabin at no extra charge, upon written notification to the company.
Special Regulations for Dogs Boarding to Tunisia: In accordance with Tunisian regulations, certain dog breeds (Pit bull, Rottweiler, Tosa, Mastiff, Boer Bull) are not allowed on ferries to Tunisia.
What to Bring for Your Pet:
Required Documents: To transport your pet, the following are required:
Make sure to include your pet in your booking and follow all the instructions for a hassle-free trip.
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Want to learn more about your trip from TUNIS to PALERMO?
The duration of the crossing from TUNIS to PALERMO is usually 15 hours 01 minute with GRANDI NAVI VELOCI and 13 hours with GRIMALDI LINES. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.
The ferry operator GRANDI NAVI VELOCI carries out 1 weekly itineraries and GRIMALDI LINES carries out 3 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.
The price of the ticket from TUNIS to PALERMO varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.
This line is used for transporting vehicles, including cars, motorcycles, campers and trucks. Board with your vehicle by following the instructions at your port of departure.
If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from PALERMO to TUNIS .