Top 10 Fishing & Water Sports in Tanzania

1.Jetski with Hotel Pickup, Drone Photos & Video

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 235 reviews · 50 min Our pick

Osseliche Zanzibar takes you from a hotel in Nungwi or Kendwa to Nungwi or Kendwa Beach for a 30-minute jet ski ride. You receive a safety briefing, life jacket, 15 to 20 minutes of drone filming, and edited photos and video within one to two days. The activity suits beginners who are comfortable in the water.

“We loved everything about the activity,the driver was si friendly, he picked us up exactly on time and he even waited for us while we had lunch after the jet ski experience and the jet ski experience was such a wonderful experience, everything was on point.”

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2.jet ski experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 31 reviews · 15 minutes - 1 hour

From Splash Paradise, your instructor gives a safety briefing, fits your life jacket, and leads you onto Kendwa’s clear water. Ride along the shore, pass beach resorts, head toward Tumbatu Island, and return by a straight coastal run. Sessions last 15 minutes to one hour, with optional drone photos and sunset timing.

“Such lovely waters made the whole experience a dream. The service was really nice , I believe for a 15min ride the price was quite fair.”

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3.Jet Ski Experience from Kendwa Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews Top rated

Meet Said and the water-sports team at Kendwa Rocks Restaurant for a 30-minute jet ski ride from Zanzibar’s wide, calm Kendwa Beach. After a short safety lesson, ride about 100 meters offshore, pass the resort-lined coast, and head toward Tumbatu Island. Sunset rides, quick snorkeling, photos, and occasional drone footage may be available.

“Poor communication, did not arrive on time. The jets are actually expensive, almost a $100 pee person. If you are staying at an all inclusive hotel, rather opt to use those services for jet ski's.”

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4.Parasailing Experience with Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 17 reviews · from $95

Fly up to 300 meters above Zanzibar’s coast with Blue Zee WaterSports. After a safety briefing, you’ll board the boat, clip into a harness, and enjoy 10 to 12 minutes over white beaches, coral reef, fishing villages, and resorts. The full outing lasts 30 to 40 minutes and ends at the beach meeting point.

“We went with my husband and children. We had an incredible time. Not only swimming with the dolphins in those crystal-clear waters but also snorkeling in the middle of the ocean on a coral reef. It's an extraordinary blue safari. They gave us water and delicious fruit to accompany those moments!! Thank you.”

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5.Jet Ski Adventure Zanzibar :Fun at Kendwa/Nungwi Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 11 reviews · 15 minutes - 1.5 hours · from $23Best value

Start from Kendwa or Nungwi Beach and learn the basics from an instructor before riding along Zanzibar’s turquoise coast. Choose 15 minutes to 1.5 hours, with optional hotel pickup, several guide languages, and private groups. Two people share one jet ski unless you make separate one-person bookings.

“The place is beautiful and the people are friendly from the driver to our guides. Wa my first time jet skiing and I’ll do it again, when it’s time to take pictures and the video they tell guide you on how to pose and they are patient”

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6.Zanzibar Deep Sea Fishing & Local fishing.

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 9 reviews

Set out from Nungwi with a local captain and crew for about six hours of trolling, bait fishing, and coastal exploration. Shimano and Penn International reels, bait, safety equipment, fruit, drinks, and snorkel gear are included. The morning ends near Mnemba Island, with reef fish and a chance to spot dolphins.

“Crew took us out knowing the sea is rough. There is no way for an average tourist to know how rough and choppy the sea is.”

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7.ZANZIBAR FISHING EXPRIENCE

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 6 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $86

You’ll leave your hotel or meet in Kizimkazi, board a Yamaha fiber speedboat, and spend four to six hours trolling, popping, and reef fishing. Guides provide rods, reels, lures, water, fruit, soft drinks, and safety instruction. Hotel pickup covers many Zanzibar beaches.

“Très bonne expérience guide sympa et expérimenté je suis très content j ai pris un thon jaune”

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8.Zanzibar jetski Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Kendwa Rocks Restaurant or arrange hotel pickup. After a safety briefing and practice turns, ride a jet ski along Kendwa Beach with guidance from an instructor. Choose 30 or 60 minutes on the water. A private booking covers up to two people, but confirm whether you receive one jet ski or two.

“Incrível. Tem duas motas com duas potências e podemos escolher qual queremos. Os senhores explicaram como funcionava a mota e alguns cuidados (podiam ter explicado mais cuidados). Tem a opção de fotos e vídeos com drone. Se apanhar um desconto no GetYourGuide com drone, é capaz de ficar mais barato do que se for comprado ao chegar ao local.”

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9.Zanzibar Jetski adventure tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 4 reviews · 30 minutes - 1 hour

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Kendwa Rocks Beach, learn the controls, practice a few turns, and follow the guide across the water. You can ride alone or with a partner. Choose 30 minutes for a quick thrill or 1 hour for more time to view Kendwa Beach, nearby hotels, and the coast toward Nuyingi.

“I had an incredible experience jet skiing overlooking the beautiful colors of the ocean. made some lovely young friends along the way as I journeyd my way to Nuyingi side of the island. 30 minutes is definitely too short if you love the adrenaline on the waters.”

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10.Pongwe Dhow fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $100

Join a local fishing team in Pongwe for about three hours on a traditional dhow. You will learn simple sailing and handline fishing techniques, with soft drinks included. Around midday, the captains’ wives prepare fish soup for your group. Pickup is offered, and the outing is private.

“Der Fahrer hat mich pünktlich am Hotel abgeholt. Das Angeln mit der Handleine war eine tolle Erfahrung. Der gesamte Ausflug war sehr interessant und es ist mir gelungen auch ein paar Fische ins Boot zu ziehen.”

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