Number 1

Fish with Number 1 and enjoy a fun and exciting fishing journey out to the gorgeous waters of Maputo in Mozambique. You and Skipper Zuber Octávio Esmail Martins will be searching the area’s rich fishing grounds for many interesting species, inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore. Skipper Zuber will give you all the help you need to enjoy your stay on the water and return home with a fine catch. Come aboard and have fun fishing!

The boat you’ll use is a 31’ Yamaha saltwater fishing boat that can accommodate up to 8 guests. It runs on twin 150 HP Yamaha engines and uses modern and full-featured navigation technology that will take you to the fish quickly and safely. You can use the onboard bed, multimedia system, as well as ice-box. The boat’s extensive fishing gear includes a fighting chair, livewell, outriggers, downriggers, tuna tubes, as well as snorkeling gear. For any sort of help you may need, feel free to turn to the first mate.

The species you’ll target are Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Sailfish, Cobia, Great Barracuda, Yellowtail Amberjack, and more. The techniques you can use to reel them in include light and heavy tackle bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and popping. You can keep the fish you catch and take it home and you’re welcome to bring kids on the boat.

Skipper Zuber will supply all the fishing gear, bait, catch cleaning, fishing licenses, as well as snacks, water, soft drinks, and beer. You just arrive on time and prepare for the adventure.

Come fish with Number 1 and have a premium fishing experience in Mozambique!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    13 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    13 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $1,300
    You and the crew will embark on a 13-hour fishing adventure on the bountiful and beautiful waters around Maputo. Skipper Vance will take care of all the fishing gear, licenses, food, and drinks, and will also clean and fillet your catch for free. As there's nothing you should bring for the trip, just arrive on time and prepare for an experience of a lifetime!

FAQs about Number 1

Number 1 offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $1,300 per group - 13 Hour Trip (13 hours)

When you book a trip with Number 1, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Radar

Trips booked with Number 1 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Beer, soft drinks, and water)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Number 1 offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Number 1 offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Number 1 include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Captain

Zuber Octávio Esmail Martins
Maputo, Mozambique
In Skipper Zuber's family, fishing is a tradition. Not only he loves fishing, but he also loves helping others make a catch and enjoy the water. Join him in Maputo and create many wonderful moments on the water.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Yamaha (Pilothouse) originally built in 2020. Powered by 2 150HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Beer, soft drinks, and water
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

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.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.