Afrimemory Yatch Expedition
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Overview
- Duration:2 hours 0 minutes
- Tour Type:Daily tour
- Language:English, French
Tanzania is one of the last untouched yachting frontiers in the Indian Ocean.
The AfriMemories Yacht Expedition is a fully crewed private sailing voyage through the Zanzibar Archipelago, the Pemba Channel, and the Mafia Island Marine Park. You sleep aboard a private catamaran or luxury yacht. You dive and snorkel from your own vessel. You anchor off uninhabited sandbanks, swim with whale sharks, and surface to fresh seafood and cold champagne.
This is not a ferry. This is not a group cruise. This is the Indian Ocean delivered with the same precision and privacy as a luxury safari — one crew, one yacht, your pace.
AfriMemories Expedition arranges every voyage privately. No shared cabins. No fixed departures. No compromises.
The AfriMemories Yacht Expedition is a fully crewed private sailing voyage through the Zanzibar Archipelago, the Pemba Channel, and the Mafia Island Marine Park. You sleep aboard a private catamaran or luxury yacht. You dive and snorkel from your own vessel. You anchor off uninhabited sandbanks, swim with whale sharks, and surface to fresh seafood and cold champagne.
This is not a ferry. This is not a group cruise. This is the Indian Ocean delivered with the same precision and privacy as a luxury safari — one crew, one yacht, your pace.
AfriMemories Expedition arranges every voyage privately. No shared cabins. No fixed departures. No compromises.
Highlights
- Sail the Indian Ocean aboard a private crewed yacht
- Dive Mnemba Atoll, East Africa's tropical fish capital
- Explore Pemba's vertical coral walls and drift dives
- Swim with whale sharks in Mafia Island Marine Park
- Visit Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Tour a working spice farm and Prison Island
- Snorkel with sea turtles at Salaam Cave
- Anchor off uninhabited sandbanks and swim
- Fish for marlin, sailfish and tuna (optional)
- Enjoy fresh seafood prepared by your onboard chef
Includes/Excludes
- Private yacht or catamaran charter
- Professional skipper and crew
- All meals prepared by onboard chef
- Soft drinks, water and snacks throughout
- Snorkeling and diving equipment
- Paddleboards and kayaks
- Fishing gear (where permitted)
- Marine park fees and permits
- Island excursions (Stone Town, Prison Island, spice farms)
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Safety equipment and emergency oxygen
- International flights
- Tanzania visa fees
- Zanzibar inbound travel insurance
- Travel insurance (dive cover required)
- Diving certification courses
- Alcoholic drinks (available onboard)
- Tips for crew and dive guides
- Personal dive gear (rental available)
- Single cabin supplement
- Marine park conservation fees (paid at base)
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I charter a yacht in Tanzania?
The main charter base is Azam Marina in Zanzibar. Yachts sail the Zanzibar Archipelago, Pemba Channel, Mafia Island, and the Tanzanian coast.
How much does a private yacht charter cost in Tanzania?
Prices range from $1,000 for a half-day catamaran charter to $7,332 per week for a private charter. Ultra-luxury expedition yachts start from $9,000 per person.
What is the best time for a Tanzania yacht charter?
December to June offers calm seas and pleasant swimming. June to October and December to February offer the best diving conditions.
Do I need sailing experience?
No. All charters include a professional skipper and crew. You relax, they sail.
When is the best time for this expedition?
June–October and December–February. October–March for whale sharks. September–November for humpback whales.
Can I combine a yacht charter with a safari?
Yes. AfriMemories Expedition arranges seamless transitions between safari and yacht charter.
What marine life will I see?
Whale sharks (Mafia, October–March), manta rays, reef sharks, green sea turtles, dolphins, humpback whales (seasonal), and hundreds of reef fish species.
Why book with AfriMemories Expedition?
Private yacht, private crew, and a fully customized itinerary. We handle every detail from boarding to disembarkation.
Extra Services
Childcare services
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