Activities

Guests enjoying sailing, big game fishing and kayaking at The Tides Lodge

Big Game Fishing in Tanzania

'Fish the waters of the Zanzibar Channel. Experience the excitement of hooking a big game fish including Marlin and Sailfish.

Short fishing trips

For those who do not want to spend all day on the water we can take you fishing off the numerous reefs that line the coast just offshore from The Tides.

Typical catches

Include Sailfish, Dorado, Wahoo, Yellow Fin Tuna, King Fish, Barracuda

Catch and release policy

Please note we follow a Catch and Release policy for the large game fish. Otherwise our kitchen will use anything ‘landed’.

Our boat

Comes fully equipped with:-

  • a GPS, Fish Finding Device
  • two new Yamaha engines
  • quality fishing equipment
  • life jackets
  • and an experienced skipper.

Sea Kayaking

Either on our professional sea kayaks or on our fun kayaks

Dhow Sailing

Experience the romance of dhow sailing. Watch the sun set with a cocktail in hand on our sundowner cruise.

Boogie Boards

Inflatable boards for fun on the surf.

Bicycle hire

Hire bicycles and explore beach or bush routes.

Snorkelling

Be prepared to be amazed by the

  • iridescent waters,
  • diverse sea life and
  • immaculate coral
  • just off the sand island of Maziwe - home to the preserved Marine Park

Scuba Diving

There are two dive operations on the beach. We can arrange for you to meet the operators and organize your diving. We offer exceptional diving on the Maziwe Island Marine Reserve.

Water Sports

You can enjoy a selection of water sports including kite and wind surfing.