Fishing in Tanzania

According to our customers, some of the best fishing boats in Tanzania are:
Kialua Beach Bums
Reel Time
Nguru
Walkabout Luxury Catamaran

Depending on the boat, a fishing charter in Tanzania can carry up to 20 passengers, although most boats have a capacity of 8 people.

Generally, renting a fishing boat in Tanzania includes the use of the boat, Fishing equipment, Fishing License, Bait & lures. Some charters also offer drinks and sometimes food (sandwiches, olives, potato chips, etc.), and you can always bring your own food and drinks.

According to our database, on average, a fishing trip in Tanzania costs around per hour. However, prices may vary depending on the time of year, the duration of the trip, the length of the boat, and sometimes also the number of people on board. For short trips on a small boat, prices range from US$280 for 6 hours and up to 4 people. In high season, prices can reach up to US$5644 for a 24-hour fishing trip for 10 people.

The species of fish you can catch on a fishing charter in Tanzania depends on the fishing technique and the time of year. Some of the most common species you can catch in Tanzania are: Yellowfin Tuna, Giant Trevally, Dorado, Wahoo, Striped Marlin, Sailfish.

In Tanzania, the most common fishing techniques are Jigging, Bottom fishing, Tuna Fishing, Trolling, Popping, Deep Sea Fishing.