BIG GAME FISHING

Zanzibar offers abundant Big Game and Deep Sea Fishing opportunities in the warm Indian Ocean! Join us for a Day Trip or a Live Aboard fishing charter to Latham Island, Mafia Island, Pemba Island, or the famous Pemba Channel. Our yachts and boats are fully equipped for an unforgettable fishing experience. Explore more of our available sport fishing boats at Fishing Zanzibar Co Ltd.

our location

We are located in Nungwi, a fishing village on the north-western tip of Zanzibar Island. See map here. Consequently from here the fishing grounds of Zanzibar, Pemba and the famous Pemba Channel are not even a stone’s throw away.

how we fish

We fish by trolling a combination of artificial lures, natural “dead baits” (Ballyhoo or strips) or by live baiting. Also our skippers and crew are experienced at all disciplines of fishing: Light tackle Casting or Spinning | Fly Fishing | Jigging | Popping for Giant Trevally | Power Chumming | Drifting with Baits Our well equipped and catered for sports fishing boats, yachts and resourceful crews will ensure your absolute enjoyment out on the water.

our gear

All our Yachts are equipped with trolling gear by Shimano and Penn International. Line class’s range from 25 lb – 80 lb depending on the season and species of fish you intend to target.

big game fish species

Billfish such as Striped, Black and Blue Marlin, the acrobatic and dazzling Sailfish and elusive Shortbill Spearfish abound in these crystal waters! Now lets not forget the Broadbill Swordfish! The “Gladiator of the Seas”! This fish will test the stamina of any angler to the limit! Yellowfin tuna, Dorado, Wahoo, Barracuda, Kingfish (Trevally), King & Queen Mackerel and the lesser game fish such as Bonito tuna, Skipjack tuna and Rainbow Runner provide endless hours of adrenalin filled Game Fishing action out on the water!

catch & release

We are members of the International Game Fishing Association. Therefore we actively encourage our “Catch and Release” policy for all Billfish, Sharks and Trevally species. Unless of course they are likely to be East Africa, All Africa, World Record fish, or if our skipper believes that the fish is unlikely to survive release. Be that as it may, should you wish to take a Tuna, a Dorado or any other lesser Game Fish Species back to your hotel for your chef to prepare for you, you are more than welcome!

day/night trips

Leven Bank is just 5 miles north of Nungwi. The drop-offs and deep blue water east of the Mnemba Island Atoll is about 12 miles east. Given these points and with the Zanzibar Channel just off to the west, our well equipped fishing boats and professional crews will have you in the mix in no time! Our boats and yachts are also available for half day or full day charters. Night fishing trips for Broadbill Swordfish can also be arranged and will certainly test your skills as an angler.

live abroad fishing

Best fishing destinations we offer: Pemba Island (The famous Pemba Channel and also the South East – Ras Upembe) | Zanzibar (The Zanzibar Channel, Leven Bank, Mnemba Island Atoll, Kizimkazi Bank, Bedford Bank) | Latham Island | Mafia Island Day or night, we are ready and waiting to take you out for a Zanzibar Big Game Fishing experience you will never forget!

Hotel Transfers

Do you need Hotel Transfers from your Hotel to our base in Nungwi?

What Our Clients Say

    
 
 
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   Trail63141426330 
 
 
 
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Dear Sabina! Thank you indeed for making our clients have an incredible moment. It really everyone was over joy, again big thanks to your team, Captain Mohammed, Chef sheha and Juma they were all very helpful, charming and so kindness, and the food was 100% delicious, it's absolutely appreciated. Definitely, it will be continuously working together, working together between you and us. With pleasure
  
 
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   Devora H 
 
 
 
 Verified Mnemba tour
Beautiful experience with a great crew. Captain Chantal, Chef Sheha and Deckhand Mwalimu made it a great experience. Mnemba was gorgeous and we got to swim with dolphins.
  
 
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   97jacksonj 
 
 
 
 Verified Was amazing Trips we enjoyed a lot
We had an amazing experience with Zanzibar Yacht Everything was well-organized, and our staff made the trip so much fun while showing us incredible experiences . You can see they truly care about creating great memories for their guests. Highly recommend for anvone visiting Tanzania Zanzibar this amazing trip for Diving and fishing game Zanzibar Island
  
 
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   Mama C 
 
 
 
 Verified TOP of the Things to do in nungwi.
Was an amazing experience. The sea was a bit choppy at first but they did brief us before we started the journey. Finally stopped and all went well. Some friends went snorkeling on the reef and the rest of us rested and swam in the clear zanzibar waters. The catamaran had Bluetooth access so we could play music. The crew were also very informative and professional.
  
 
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   Frances012 
 
 
 
 Verified Zanzibar day cruise on a catamaran
These guys were really professional and the boat was in good working order and very clean The lunch that chef Pepsi cooked was apsolutly delicious with fresh seafood and chicken and authentic curry sauceIt’s a great pity that when we got to the area to snorkel there were numerous other boats on cheap day trips to the reef.The snorkel guide was excellent but there wasn’t a vast amount to see as tourism seems to have all but killed the coralIt was however a memorable day with beautiful swimming and very relaxing A great experience and we felt very well cared for by Captain Ali
  
 
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   Keith H 
 
 
 
 Verified One of the highlights of our holiday.
We had an amazing family & friends day out to mbemba. Staff were amazing, super friendly, food & drinks were amazing. Boat was in great condition. It was just a wonderful well organised day out. Highly recommend it.
  
 
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   Theduchessofw 
 
 
 
 Verified Absolutely wonderful ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Phenomenal day with the best crew ! We had the most wonderful experience with our friends and family. The staff could not have done enough, and the food and drinks flowed. Of course the natural beauty is a given in that area, so jumping into that blue sea is so special!Huge Thankyou to the staff on that fabulous boat! We all had the best time ever! A trip to remember ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  
 
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   Jason W 
 
 
 
 Verified Perfect way to spend my 30th birthday
Really lovely boat, great service (from the booking team to the team on board) and we were well taken care of. The team took us to a place we could swim during the cruise, which was awesome. Highly recommend this experience with Zanzibar Yacht Charter if you’re in Zanzibar.
  
 
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   US P 
 
 
 
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Zanzibar yacht charter was very nice. The Captain and crew were very attentive ...we went fishing and snorkling. It was an experiance to remeber ...Getting picked up on the beach and cruise to tumbaktu at sunset ....Try to go when the winds are light to fully enjoy the experiance ....
  
 
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   Mark 
 
 
 
 Verified Best ever yachting experience in Africa!
Super easy to book and the boats were clean and well looked after. Had an absolutely fab time and were looked after really well. The food was excellent and the overall experience was amazing. This was our third time and we loved it… gets better every time. Thank you team, we’ll be back soon ..hopefully.
  
 
  
  
 
 
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