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Head into the deep blue for sailfish, marlin, tuna, and dorado — Tanzania's offshore waters are a world-class game-fishing ground.
Tanzania’s offshore waters — especially the deep Pemba Channel — rank among East Africa’s finest game-fishing grounds, holding sailfish, marlin, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, and dorado, with far fewer boats than better-known destinations. A deep-sea fishing charter puts you over the productive grounds with proper tackle and an experienced skipper.
Trips run from Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia, targeting billfish (catch-and-release encouraged) and eating species that your hotel can cook. It’s a thrilling day on the water for anglers, and the deep blue ocean is spectacular in its own right.
Motor out to the deep, productive grounds.
Trolling for game fish with the crew's guidance.
Reel in your catch — billfish released, eaters kept.
Refreshments aboard and your catch to the kitchen.
Excellent sport fishing, best August to March; outside that, grounds are quieter. It's a premium half-day for keen anglers — casual visitors may prefer a reef or sandbank trip. We strongly encourage releasing billfish to keep the fishery healthy.
These are the destinations we most often pair with Deep Sea Fishing, based on route flow, season, and how the wider itinerary fits together.
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A laid-back diving island south of Zanzibar — a protected marine park, seasonal whale sharks, and reefs without the crowds.
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Zanzibar's lush, hilly sister island — clove plantations, dramatic drift diving, and a deeply traditional pace far from the crowds.
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A short planning brief gives our team enough context to suggest the right parks, route, pace and accommodation level.
