Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli

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. Enjoy the thrilling experience you won’t soon forget!

Whether you’re looking for a short trip to check what’d biting or want to get the waters all to yourself, you have found the right place. The crew specializes in various fishing techniques and styles to catch big fish. From deep sea fishing to jigging, they can do it all.

On your day out, you will be heading to Leven Bank to search for large schools of fish. Your potential target will be Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Black Marlin, Trevally, Tuna, Wahoo, Barracuda, and many more.

Zanzibar Big Game Fishing will take you out aboard the ‘Suli Suli’, a local favorite. She is a 26’ open deck boat which is an ideal vessel for the job of fishing. The Suli Suli is equipped with a fighting chair for those who are up to a challenge. She comes powered by two 40 HP Yamaha engine and can cover a lot of ground.

The Suli Suli is not pretentious; her design is simple and comfortable. She is well suited for a fun day out in the sun. There is plenty of space and shade aboard for up to four anglers.

The trips aboard the Suli Suli are all-inclusive. Shimano gear and tackle, along with bait, drinks, snacks, and lunch on full-days are available.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $500
    This morning trip will take you fishing the bank up to 12 miles out. You will be deep sea fishing for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, and other species. The package includes everything but snacks.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $500
    If you are busy in the morning, this is your trip. You will be fishing up to 12 miles out for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Kingfish, Barracuda, and other species.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $700
    This trip is for you if you're looking for an adventure of a lifetime. You will be fishing up to 12 miles out for Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, and many more.
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FAQs about Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli

Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (Full day)

Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Sailfish
  • Trevally (Giant)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Zanzibar Big Game Fishing
Kendwa, Tanzania
26 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
25 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since December 2017
Zanzibar Big Game Fishing was founded two decades ago by Chris Goodwin, an avid angler and the managing director of Zanzibar Watersports. The company grew very soon and now has a fleet of three fantastic vessels. Zanzibar Big Game Fishing is a strong advocate of catch and release. The crew follows all International Game Fishing Association rules and recommendations.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Rainbow Runner Rainbow Runner

Boat specs

Walter Brun (Deck boat) originally built in 2002. Powered by 2 40HP Yahama 4-strok engines.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Fishfinder
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing License
Lunch
Full day

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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 Mandatory
If billfish (Marlin & Sailfish)

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Very good
3.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
Very good
3.8 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience
Very good
3.5 / 5
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Appropriate for children
50%
Satisfied with the boat
75%
Caught fish
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Bartosz T.
Tanzania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day GT popping

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 2022
Few hours in the morning popping with my own tackle, trying go catch a GT at Leven Bank. No luck with the fish, but overall...
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Rob B.
Tanzania
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good
3.0 / 5
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 8, 2020
The crew were excellent and the boat, Suli Suli, exactly as expected. Fishing is always a game of luck and skill and we were...
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Gareth G.
Dublin, Ireland
Bad
2.0 / 5
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2.0 / 5
Boat
Bad
2.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
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Half day fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 21, 2022
I sent this to the owner after the journey ‘Hi, Unfortunately my son (who is autistic) got too freaked out by...
Gareth G. does not recommend Zanzibar Big Game Fishing – Suli Suli
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Bruno B.
Tanzania
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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November fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on November 14, 2018
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