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.

Fishing License
Live Bait
You Keep Catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Child Friendly
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Food (Lunch & Snacks)

Captain

Christopher J. Goodwin

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Private trip

Full Day Trip

Low rate deposit non-refundable

8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM

$650

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$650

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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.

Private trip

Half Day Trip (AM)

Low rate deposit non-refundable

5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM

$450

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$450

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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 1:00 PM

$450

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$450

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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.

About the Captain

Christopher J. Goodwin

Kendwa, Tanzania

38 Fishing Reports

14 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)

Marlin (Black)

Marlin (Blue)

Rainbow Runner

Sailfish

Trevally (Giant)

Tuna (Yellowfin)

Wahoo

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

Life Jackets

Fishfinder

Outriggers

Ice Box

Life Jackets

Fishfinder

Outriggers

Ice Box

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

Fishing License

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the dates 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

Payment

Book with 15% deposit

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

Pay remaining balance to captain

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:

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Bank Transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, there is a 5% fee.

Recent Fishing Reports

Wahoo season!

January 20, 2021

This angler caught this 18 pound Wahoo. The techniques used on the half day of fishing trawling, jigging.

Recent Fishing Reports

Wahoo season!

January 20, 2021

This angler caught this 18 pound Wahoo. The techniques used on the half day of fishing trawling, jigging.

Customer Reviews

Rating Summary

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4.00

out of 5 stars from 2 reviews

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Rob B.

Tanzania

4.33

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Half day trip

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on January 8, 2020

Rob B.

Tanzania

4.33

Jan 8, 2020

Half Day Trip (AM)

Half day trip

VERIFIED

The crew were excellent and the boat, Suli Suli, exactly as expected. Fishing is always a game of luck and skill and we were unfortunate not to have a single take across the 5 hours. The crew did everything they could, we did catch a fleeting glimpse of dolphins at the back of a shoal of smaller bait fish, there were sandwiches and soft drinks provided etc etc. However it’s still difficult not to feel disappointed, we were told that all 4 of the company’s boats were out that morning... More

The crew were excellent and the boat, Suli Suli, exactly as expected. Fishing is always a game of luck and skill and we were...

Rob B. recommends Zanzibar Big Game - Suli Suli

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Christopher J. Goodwin (The Captain)

Replied on January 10, 2020

Hello Rob, To tell you the truth, your review is a very honest one. Thank you for appreciating the efforts of our staff, also thank you for giving the boat a 5 star. I know every fisherman gets disappointed for not getting a catch. Thank you for expressing this and I wish to reiterate that it was just not a good day out for fishing. Only a true fisherman knows that there are days you get and there are days you don’t catch anything. That is why it is called fishing and not catching. More

Christopher J. Goodwin (The Captain)

Replied on January 10, 2020

Hello Rob,
To tell you the truth, your review is a very honest one. Thank you for appreciating the efforts of our staff, also thank you for giving the boat a 5 star. I know every fisherman gets disappointed for not getting a catch. Thank you for expressing this and I wish to reiterate that it was just not a good day out for fishing. Only a true fisherman knows that there are days you get and there are days you don’t catch anything. That is why it is called fishing and not catching.
I really appreciate taking the time to review us. In case you plan a vacation in Zanzibar, we can organise a fishing trip at discounted price since you will be a return client. All the best mate!

Regards,
Chris James.

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Bruno B.

Tanzania

3.67

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November fishing trip

VERIFIED Full Day Trip on November 14, 2018

Bruno B.

Tanzania

3.67

Nov 14, 2018

Full Day Trip

November fishing trip

VERIFIED

Bruno B. recommends Zanzibar Big Game - Suli Suli

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Christopher J. Goodwin (The Captain)

Replied on November 15, 2018

Dear Bruno, Thank you very much for recommending Zanzibar Big Game fishing. It was a pleasure to have given you a good experience. At any other time you visit Zanzibar, be sure to contact us for the Big game fishing. Have a great holiday while here. Regards, Christopher J. Goodwin

Christopher J. Goodwin (The Captain)

Replied on November 15, 2018

Dear Bruno,
Thank you very much for recommending Zanzibar Big Game fishing. It was a pleasure to have given you a good experience. At any other time you visit Zanzibar, be sure to contact us for the Big game fishing. Have a great holiday while here.
Regards,
Christopher J. Goodwin

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