Why Choose This Zanzibar Fishing Experience?
This charter is ideal for anglers who want to experience Zanzibar beyond its beaches and explore the rich fishing waters around the island. The trips focus on big-game species such as Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo and Giant Trevally, with trolling, jigging, heavy tackle and other techniques available.
The operator has extensive experience fishing the waters around Unguja, with skipper Mardeeny reported to have more than 20 years of experience. The boat is designed specifically for offshore fishing and provides space for up to four people.

Tour Highlights
- Deep-sea and offshore fishing around Zanzibar
- Target Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi and Wahoo
- Opportunities for Giant Trevally, King Mackerel and Bonito
- Trolling and heavy-tackle fishing
- Jigging and bottom fishing
- Custom-built 20-foot sportfishing boat
- Maximum capacity of 4 people
- Experienced captain and crew
- GPS, fishfinder and radar onboard
- Live bait well and tuna tubes
- Snorkeling equipment available
- Fishing tackle from Daiwa, Shimano and Rapala
- Fresh fruit, drinks and lunch included according to the listing
What Kind of Experience Is This?
Deep-sea fishing
Sportfishing
Big-game fishing
Private fishing charter
Zanzibar ocean experience
Fishing Experience
The charter heads offshore from the eastern coast of Unguja in search of pelagic game fish. Trolling is a major technique for species such as Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi and Wahoo, while Tuna and other fish can also be targeted through jigging and other techniques.
The charter listing also identifies heavy tackle, bottom fishing, fly fishing, handline fishing, spearfishing and deep-sea fishing among the available techniques.
Boat & Equipment
Fishing takes place aboard a 20-foot custom-built sportfishing boat with capacity for up to four people. It is equipped with a Yamaha engine, GPS, fishfinder, radar, live bait well, tuna tubes and an ice box.
The boat also has open fishing space and a covered top, providing shade during the tropical Zanzibar day.
Target Fish
The main species listed for this experience include:
Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Giant Trevally, King Mackerel and Bonito.
Actual catches naturally depend on season, weather and fishing conditions, so catching a particular species cannot be guaranteed.
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