Your Experience
Head out on a private deep-sea fishing charter in Zanzibar with a professional crew for a half-day or full-day on the Indian Ocean.
Getting started
Board your private fishing charter at the designated departure point in Zanzibar at your chosen start time. After a brief introduction to the boat and captain, the crew prepares the vessel for offshore travel. Once everyone is settled and a quick safety review is complete, you leave the shoreline behind and head toward deeper waters of the open Indian Ocean.
What to expect
Private deep-sea fishing charter
You spend your time offshore on a sport-fishing boat dedicated to your group, focusing entirely on deep-sea fishing in Zanzibar's surrounding waters. The day is structured around your selected timing, with the option of a half-day or full-day charter to match your schedule.
Features
• A private fishing charter means the entire excursion is reserved for your own group, so time on the water is tailored to how you want to approach your deep-sea fishing adventure.
• The boat and captain are included, so navigation, route planning, and positioning over likely fishing grounds are all handled for you while you concentrate on the action.
• A professional crew is on board throughout, setting up lines, assisting with techniques on this sport-fishing boat, and supporting you as you try for catches in the offshore environment.
• Fishing equipment and setup are provided, so rods, tackle, and rigs are prepared for you before you start, allowing you to begin fishing as soon as you reach deeper water.
• All required safety equipment for time on the open Indian Ocean is carried on the vessel, and the crew explains how it is used before you get underway.
• You choose between half-day or full-day vessel use, which lets you decide whether to focus on a shorter outing or spend extended hours exploring more distant deep-sea areas.
• During the trip, you experience the open Indian Ocean around Zanzibar, with the rhythm of offshore fishing guiding the pace as you wait for bites and work with the crew to bring fish to the boat.
• If you prefer more room on board, you can opt for a larger power catamaran for a more spacious boat experience during your deep-sea session.
• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Free cancellation up to 1 day before start
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