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ZANZIBAR YACHT EXPERIENCES

ZANZIBAR DAY YACHT CHARTERS

Explore Zanzibar from the water aboard your own private catamaran. Cruise to tropical islands, coral reefs and sandbanks, snorkel in crystal-clear waters, enjoy spectacular sunsets or escape overnight aboard your yacht.

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ZANZIBAR DAY YACHT CHARTERS

Find Your Perfect Zanzibar Yacht Experience

From full-day island adventures and relaxed half-day cruises to sunset sailing, overnight escapes and serious fishing charters, there are experiences departing from both Nungwi in northern Zanzibar and Stone Town in the south.

All private yacht charters include a professional skipper and crew, with food, drinks, snorkelling equipment and water sports available depending on the yacht and experience.

Explore Zanzibar by Yacht

Island Hopping • Snorkelling • Sandbanks • Sunsets • Fishing

FULL & HALF DAY CRUISES

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NUNGWI

MNEMBA ISLAND

Full Day · 10am–6pm

Sail from Nungwi to the spectacular Mnemba Island Atoll for a day of snorkelling, swimming, tropical marine life and relaxation aboard your private catamaran.

From US$1,800 per yacht

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NUNGWI

TUMBATU ISLAND

Half Day · 5 Hours

Escape to Zanzibar's quieter northern waters and explore the reefs, coastline and sandbanks around mysterious Tumbatu Island.

From US$1,300 per yacht

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STONE TOWN

SOUTHERN ISLANDS

Full or Half Day Cruise

Cruise from historic Stone Town to Bawe Island, Prison Island and Zanzibar's beautiful offshore sandbanks.

From US$1,300 per yacht

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STONE TOWN / KIZIMKAZI

MENAI BAY DAY CRUISE

Full Day · 10am–6pm

Island-hop through the spectacular Menai Bay Conservation Area, discovering remote beaches, coral reefs, sandbanks and tropical islands.

From US$2,000 per yacht

SUNSET EXPERIENCES

Sail Into an African Sunset

Leave the beach behind and experience Zanzibar's coastline from the water as the sun disappears across the Indian Ocean.

Choose a relaxed sunset cruise with drinks and snacks, or extend the evening with dinner served aboard your yacht.

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Zanzibar Sunset Yacht Cruises

Nungwi Sunset Cruise

3 Hours

Sail from Nungwi Beach for a relaxed late-afternoon cruise with drinks, music and spectacular sunset views.

From US$100 per person

Sunset Dinner Cruise — Nungwi

​4 Hours · Evening Cruise

Sail from Nungwi at sunset, enjoying spectacular ocean views, refreshing drinks and a delicious dinner served aboard your private yacht.

From US$200 pp

Stone Town Sunset Cruise

3 Hours

Watch the sun set beyond historic Stone Town and Zanzibar's offshore islands aboard a catamaran.

From US$85 per person

Sunset Dinner Cruise — Stone Town

4 Hours · Evening Cruise

Cruise beyond historic Stone Town at sunset, enjoying beautiful island views, refreshing drinks and a delicious dinner served aboard your yacht.

From US$200 pp

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STAY A LITTLE LONGER

24-HOUR YACHT ESCAPES

Overnight Yacht Cruises

Why head home when you can spend the night aboard?

Experience Zanzibar after the day boats disappear. Swim and snorkel during the afternoon, watch the sunset from your yacht, enjoy dinner aboard and spend the night surrounded by the Indian Ocean.

Wake the following morning for breakfast and a final swim before cruising home.

MNEMBA ISLAND

Mnemba Overnight Yacht Cruise

 

24 Hours

Nungwi

 

From US$2,000 per yacht

MENAI BAY

Menai Bay Overnight Yacht Cruise

24 Hours

Stone Town / Kizimkazi

From US$2,495 per yacht

SOMETHING MORE ADVENTUROUS

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Zanzibar Fishing Charters

Zanzibar's deep waters and varied fishing grounds create exciting opportunities for both experienced anglers and first-time guests.

Choose from half-day, full-day, extended and overnight fishing adventures departing from northern or southern Zanzibar.

Sports Fishing

- Nungwi

Half Day • Full Day • Overnight

From US$1,100 per private charter

Sports Fishing

- Stone Town

Half Day • Full Day • Extended

From US$1,100 per private charter

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Spearfishing

​Private Charter

We can also offer specialist guided spearfishing adventures in Zanzibar's tropical waters.

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PRIVATE CHARTER EXPLAINED

Your Yacht.

Your Group.

Your Day.

Most of our Zanzibar yacht experiences are operated on a private charter basis.

That means the yacht, skipper and crew are exclusively for your group.

 

There are no large tour groups or crowded excursion boats — giving you more space, privacy and flexibility to enjoy Zanzibar at your own pace.

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PRIVATE YACHT

Your yacht is reserved exclusively for your group.

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PROFESSIONAL CREW

Experienced skipper and crew take care of your day.

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FOOD & DRINKS

Meals, snacks and refreshments are included depending on the charter.

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WATER SPORTS

Equipment and water toys are available aboard selected yachts.

Where Are You Staying in Zanzibar?
 

Where Do Our Zanzibar Day Charters Depart From?
 

Our Zanzibar day yacht charters depart from two main areas: Nungwi Beach on the north-west coast and Stone Town or Azam Marina in the south-west. This allows us to offer convenient yacht experiences for guests staying across both northern and southern Zanzibar.

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Nungwi 

Ideal for guests staying around Nungwi, Kendwa and Zanzibar's northern beaches.

Explore Mnemba Island, Tumbatu Island, sunset cruises, overnight adventures and northern fishing grounds.

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Stone Town 

Ideal for guests staying around Stone Town and much of southern Zanzibar.

Explore Bawe Island, Prison Island, Pange and Nakupenda sandbanks, Menai Bay, sunset cruises and fishing adventures.​

Not Sure Which Zanzibar Yacht Cruise Is Right for You?

WHICH CRUISE SHOULD I CHOOSE?

Best for snorkelling
Mnemba Island Day Cruise

Best for island hopping:
Menai Bay Day Cruise

Best from Stone Town:
Southern Islands Day Cruise

Best half-day experience:
Tumbatu Island

Best romantic experience:
Sunset Dinner Cruise

Best adventure:
Sports Fishing

Best escape:
Mnemba or Menai Bay Overnight Cruise

TELL US WHERE YOU ARE STAYING
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READY TO EXPLORE ZANZIBAR?

Your Zanzibar Yacht Adventure Starts Here


Tell us where you're staying, your preferred date and the number of guests. We'll recommend the most suitable cruise and available yacht for your group.

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​Email: info@oisafrica.com

​WhatsApp Text Message +27 (0) 79 575 4564

We act solely as an independent yacht charter agent and broker. We do not own or operate yachts. We specialise in matching guests with carefully selected, independent yacht owners and yacht fleet operators, who remain fully responsible for the vessel, crew, safety, and delivery of all charter services.

OCEANS ISLANDS & SAFARIS

Company Reg Number 2006/043828/23

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