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    Pwani Mchangani

    Panamwe Tours & Safari is located in Pwani Mchangani and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. This crew will do its best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing.

    "We had an incredible day out on the water with an amazing crew!" —⁠ Dawid,

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    US $375

    Panamwe Tours & Safari

    Pwani Mchangani

    Panamwe Tours & Safari offers you the chance to experience some incredible sportfishing out in the deep waters around Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island.

    "Die Tour war phantastisch, der Käpten hat den Überblick über alle Ruten und Schnüre." —⁠ Birgit,

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    US $375

    Spend the day with Zanzibar Game Fishing Safari and see what's biting in Kiwengwa! Your guides for the day are Captains Rama and Samba which means you'll tap into their local experience. Our boat, Rama, is equipped with two engines.

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    US $380

    Zanzibar Big Game Fishing is located in Kendwa and has all it takes to show you the unique experience of fishing the Zanzibar waters! The Captain and crew will do their best to ensure you have a fun day to recharge your soul and relax your mind while enjo

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    US $650

    Zanzibar Big Game Fishing is a fleet of boats that take anglers from all over the world to the hottest grounds. The company is located at the northern tip of the archipelago.

    "we had peter as our skipper and maamuni as his first mate , everything done for your trip out to sea , just a waiting game ,it didnt disapoint !" —⁠ Marc,

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    US $800

    Head over to Unguja island in Tanzania and experience some of the best fishing around with Panamwe Tours & Safari! Explore these deep blue waters, and hook some of the prized pelagic species with Captain Mardeeny.

    "The captain knew exactly where to fish, caught two large fish, excellent time." —⁠ Anastasia,

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    US $375

    Make an adventure out of your next trip to Kiwengwa and go fishing with Zanzibar Game Fishing Safari. Your guide for the day will be Captain Rama or Captain Samba, giving you the chance to fish with experienced local captains.

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    US $450

    Spend the day with Al-Tayyib Tours and Safaris and find out what the fishing in Nungwi is all about! Captain Ali will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from their local experience.

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    US $750

    Zanzibar Big Game Fishing invites you to explore some fine angling on the internationally recognized grounds. Fish the bank and the channel between Pemba and Zanzibar.

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    US $500
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Fishing in Tanzania

Tanzania offers some of the most pristine and rewarding fishing experiences in East Africa, with both deep-sea and freshwater opportunities that attract anglers from around the world. Along the Indian Ocean coastline, the waters teem with prized game fish including Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Giant Trevally, Dogtooth Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, and Barracuda, making it a paradise for big-game fishing enthusiasts.

The fishing grounds off Tanzania remain relatively undiscovered compared to neighboring countries, presenting anglers with less crowded waters and exceptional catch potential. The deep channel between Pemba and Zanzibar reaches depths over 820 meters, offering world-class fishing expeditions. Other premier fishing locations include the Rufiji Delta near Kilwa, Mafia Island, Latham Island off Dar es Salaam, and the waters around Bagamoyo.

Seasonal variations bring different species, with billfish like Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin, Sailfish, and Swordfish typically abundant from August through March. Year-round catches include Kingfish, Dorados, Barracudas, Giant Trevally, Ruby Snappers, and Wahoo. February through April brings massive schools of Dorado, especially near the Rufiji River Delta outflows.

Tanzania fishing charters provide well-equipped boats with experienced captains who know the local waters intimately. Most vessels come outfitted with essential fishing gear, GPS navigation, fish finders, and other modern equipment to maximize your chances of a successful trip. Many operators practice tag-and-release for conservation, especially with billfish species.

Whether you're trolling offshore for pelagics, bottom fishing for grouper and snapper, or exploring the inland lakes and rivers for species like Nile Perch and Tiger Fish, Tanzania's diverse fishing environments offer something for anglers of all skill levels and preferences.

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