Panamwe Tours & Safari
+12Panamwe Tours & Safari offers you the chance to experience some incredible sportfishing out in the deep waters around Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island. Head offshore in search of Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna and more with an experienced captain who will always go the extra mile to get you on the fish.
Spend the day fishing aboard a 20’ boat which was custom built for fishing the deep waters off Tanzania’s Island Coast. She features masses of fishing space all around, and a covered top to give plenty of shade from the tropical heat.
The fishing around Unguja has to be seen to be believed. Captain Mardeeny has caught Tuna weighing almost 180 pounds here in the past, and some of the Marlin are simply too big to bring out of the water! You will focus mainly on trolling for Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo, but can also jig for Tuna and other species lurking below.
All Panamwe Tours & Safari trips come with quality heavy tackle from the likes of Daiwa and Shimano, as well as Squid baits and trolling lures. There’s no need to buy a fishing license, and you will be given snacks and drinks to keep you going on your trip.
This is a chance to really get on the ground floor in a fishery that’s destined for greatness. Target some of the ocean’s top predators on one of the most beautiful islands in the world. If it sounds like the perfect charter, that’s because it pretty much is!
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Panamwe Tours & Safari
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
57%
Appropriate for children
29%
Friendly captain
86%
Satisfied with the boat
86%
Recommend this charter
80%
Caught fish
70%
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A morning on the water!
5 Hour Trip (AM) on February 10, 2025
Started with an on time pick up by Capt Amour and by 6.30am we were on the water. We all know fishing doesn't guarantee catching fish but the crew of Muhammad and Arch did everything the could and were totally professional the entire 5 hours! We had 4 strikes and got 2 on board. A 3rd we lost and a barracuda halved our 4th. It is high summer, the water warm and I knew this wasn't going to be non stop action but as mentioned the crew never gave up trying and I will definitely be back to Capt Amour & his boat!
Started with an on time pick up by Capt Amour and by 6.30am we were on the water. We all know fishing doesn't guarantee catching fish but the crew of Muhammad and Arch did everything the could and were totally professional the entire 5 hours! We had 4 strikes and got 2 on board. A 3rd we lost and a barracuda halved our 4th. It is high summer, the water warm and I knew this wasn't going to be non stop action but as mentioned the crew never gave up trying and I will definitely be back to Capt...
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Fabulous 25lb yellow fin tuna
5 Hour Trip (PM) on December 9, 2024
Survived a sudden squall at 6.00am to find and shadow a flock of Roseate Tern following a shoal of baitfish. Flying fish skimming the waves around us. Then the shoals of tuna attacked around us - incredible to be in the midst. The professional crew kept us within range - caught two yellowfin - the largest 11kg. Stayed within range for a lot longer until a small storm threatened and headed to shore soaked but satisfied. All within 2 hours. Planning to head back again soon. Highly recommended - great crew, transport well organised and great equipment v
Survived a sudden squall at 6.00am to find and shadow a flock of Roseate Tern following a shoal of baitfish. Flying fish skimming the waves around us. Then the shoals of tuna attacked around us - incredible to be in the midst. The professional crew kept us within range - caught two yellowfin - the largest 11kg. Stayed within range for a lot longer until a small storm threatened and headed to shore soaked but satisfied. All within 2 hours. Planning to head back again soon. Highly recommended...
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Excellent communication, nice small boat, good crew, affordable!
5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 26, 2023
Zanzibar fishing can be very expensive. Some boats are grand and $$$ and some are very small, wooden (almost sketchy). This boat was perfect and comfortable for me and my husband. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel on time! We saw dolphins, tuna, and marlins! We caught one King fish! We even got to try spear fishing! The crew had fresh pineapple for us, crepes, water and pop! Overall, it was Alots of fun! We were gone 530am and back at the hotel by 1:30!!!! I loved that it didnt take an ENTIRE day! A perfect morning excursion 😊
Zanzibar fishing can be very expensive. Some boats are grand and $$$ and some are very small, wooden (almost sketchy). This boat was perfect and comfortable for me and my husband. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel on time! We saw dolphins, tuna, and marlins! We caught one King fish! We even got to try spear fishing! The crew had fresh pineapple for us, crepes, water and pop! Overall, it was Alots of fun! We were gone 530am and back at the hotel by 1:30!!!! I loved...
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October fishing trip
5 Hour Trip (PM) on October 7, 2023
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
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Half day with captain Haji
5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 29, 2022
Good boat Great captain experience
Good boat Great captain experience
FAQs about Panamwe Tours & Safari
What are the trip rates for Panamwe Tours & Safari?
Panamwe Tours & Safari offers the following trips to customers:
- US $375 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- US $375 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
- US $750 per group - 11 Hour Trip (11 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Panamwe Tours & Safari?
When you book a trip with Panamwe Tours & Safari, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling Equipment
- Live Bait Well
- Tuna Tubes
- Spearfishing Equipment
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Panamwe Tours & Safari?
Trips booked with Panamwe Tours & Safari include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Shimano, Rapala)
- Live Bait (Squid)
- Lures (Plastic Squid trolling lures. Also Squid bait)
- Snacks (No snack we have fresh fruits)
- Drinks (Coca cola,fanta and water )
- Fishing License (We have a Long line trolling, jigging and bottom r)
- Lunch (All ways friend chips,fish, octopus and calamari )
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Panamwe Tours & Safari offer?
Panamwe Tours & Safari offers the following type of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing (It's far a way moment)
What fishing techniques does Panamwe Tours & Safari offer?
Panamwe Tours & Safari offers the following fishing techniques:
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Fly Fishing
- Handline
- Spearfishing
- Flounder Gigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Panamwe Tours & Safari?
Top targeted fish species with Panamwe Tours & Safari include:
- Bonito
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Trevally (Giant)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Pwani Mchangani, Tanzania
Panamwe Tours & Safari operates along the eastern coast of Tanzanian Unguja, offering world-class fishing trips targeting a range of big game pelagic species. Skipper Mardeeny heads Panamwe's fishing trips and has over 20 years of experience fishing these waters. He takes your safety and enjoyment seriously, and will work hard to make sure you have a great time! Panamwe Tours has three boats: Life Is Good I, Life Is Good II, and Life Is Good III.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
It's far a way moment
Which fishing techniques you can try
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Tuna Tubes
Spearfishing Equipment
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa, Shimano, Rapala
Live Bait
Squid
Lures
Plastic Squid trolling lures. Also Squid bait
Snacks
No snack we have fresh fruits
Drinks
Coca cola,fanta and water
Fishing License
We have a Long line trolling, jigging and bottom r
Lunch
All ways friend chips,fish, octopus and calamari
Fly Fishing Equipment
How cancellations work
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
You Keep Catch
Clients can take a portion of the fish to eat.
Crew Keeps Catch
Most of the fish stays with the boat.
Catch and Release Mandatory
Depend the customers how he will be like to release or to keep
How you can pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.