East African Islands All-Inclusive Yacht Charter Holidays
Crewed Yacht Charters Cruising in Africa’s East Coast Islands
Clapotis-Mer Yachting Holidays offer all-inclusive crewed yacht charters aboard a range of fully equipped power and sail catamarans cruising off the coast of Mozambique and around the Zanzibar Archipelago. Our yacht charter organisation operates in the most exciting sailing locations off the northeast coast of Africa with fantastic snorkeling over coral reefs and sandbanks, kayaking, fishing and scuba diving activities. Whenever possible, you can combine your yacht charter with a wildlife safari in Tanzania or Mozambique and enjoy a very special adventure holiday in East Africa at an affordable price.
Our East African Islands based yacht charter holiday packages usually include the services of a qualified Skipper and Stewardess/Cook, full board meals and local drinks, bed linen, the costs of operating the vessel, Marine National Park entrance fees, use of the yacht’s outboard-engine-powered tender and water sports.
The Zanzibar Archipelago, which includes Mafia Island and lies about 80 miles southeast of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, is probably the most popular yacht charter destination in East Africa.
Your sailing cruise normally starts from Vilanculos and you’ll visit the Bazaruto Archipelago, just a few miles away from the south coast of Mozambique. You can either sail from Quelimane to the Bazaruto Archipelago National Marine Park off the coast of Mozambique between Vilankulo and Inhassoro or head for the Premeiras Banks.
Pemba, in the region of Cabo Delgado, is the starting point for the Quirimbas Archipelago off the north coast of Mozambique.
The Zanzibar Archipelago lies off Tanzania on the coast of East Africa and comprises Unguja, Pemba Island, Mafia Island and numerous coral atoll islands. With their white-sand beaches and crystal blue waters they are a fantastic location for your sailing adventure yacht charter holiday.
You’ll arrive at Stone Town airport, be met by your crew and join your boat in either in Stone Town or Nunqwi to start your sailing cruise. Both make excellent starting points. Stone Town is the magical trading city of Zanzibar, where ancient Arabic history blends with the Swahili culture. Nungwi is a holiday resort close to beautiful white sandy beaches on the north east coast of Zanzibar and has the Mnarani Turtle Sanctuary.
Sail across the Pemba Channel which is famed for its wildlife to Njao Gap on Pemba Island with its lovely coral gardens to find one of the most beautiful anchorages on the east coast of Africa. You can visit the stunning Ngezi Rainforest or enjoy scuba diving at Fundu Gap and then, after a short sail, you’ll anchor overnight at Uvinje Gap. Anchor off the southeast coast of Pemba Island in a beautiful inland lagoon or at Ras Upembe Island with its big game fishing and scuba diving.
Cruise south to the Misali Island Marine Conservation Area. You’ll have a wide choice of destinations as you cruise including Mafia Island, Songa Songa Island, Kilwa and Mtwara off the south coast of Tanzania.
Private Yacht Charter To Cruise In The Zanzibar Archipelago Off The Coast Of Tanzania In East Africa
The Bazaruto Archipelago is an attractive adventure yacht charter holiday destination with five islands (Bazaruto, Benguerra, Magaruque, Santa Carolina and Bangue off the south coast of Mozambique.
The best time to explore Bazaruto by boat is between May and November. You will cruise from Vilanculos or Inhassoro to one of the largest National Marine Parks and Conservation Areas off the coast of East Africa. The Bazaruto Archipelago has gained a reputation as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’ where sand dunes, tidal flats and crystal clear lagoon waters are to be found as the tide falls. The coral reefs are home to a wide variety of fish species and marine mammals. Vilanculos is nearby and, with its ruins, is well worth a visit.
The Quirimbas Archipelago consists of 31 islands stretching south from Cape Delgado off the coast of Mozambique. They include Ibo Island, Matemo, Medjumbe, Quirimba, Metundo, Quisiva, Vamizi and Rolas Island and the area runs up to the Tanzanian border.
The best time to sail in the Quirimbas islands is between May and November. The Quirimbas National Park is formed from the eleven most southerly islands. You will meet arrive at Pemba Airport, meet your crew and join your boat either at Pemba or Ibo Island. On a seven day charter you’ll have a wide choice of possible destinations. You will learn how to cast a fishing rod from the boat while cruising to the southern Quirimba islands. Then anchor off Quilalea island overnight and, next morning, set sail for Quisiva Island to visit the old fort. Continue to Ibo Island with its interesting history, Rolas Island and Matemo island with its holiday resort. After that cruise north to Medjumbe, a tiny tropical East African island.
Yacht Charter To Cruise In The Islands Off The Coast Of Mozambique In East Africa
St Lazarus Bank lies in the Indian Ocean about seventy nautical miles from the north-east coast
of Mozambique.
The best time for a sailing trip to the St Lazarus Bank is between August and December and the usual starting point is Pemba. The Bank lies to the east of Quilaluia Island in the Quirimbas Archipelago in the Indian Ocean. It is a real paradise for adventure sailing holidays with plenty of water-sports activities. Marine life abounds in these crystal clear waters.
Bassas Da India is an uninhabited and remote atoll in the middle of the southern Mozambique Channel which can only be seen at low tide.
It is halfway between Mozambique and Madagascar and the best time to sail around this area in the Indian Ocean is between May and July.
Private Boat Charter Holidays in Madagascar’s northern islands.
Northern Madagascar is an unspoilt and exceptional yacht charter holiday destination in the Indian Ocean. “The Great Island ” is gigantic and has progressively drifted away from the coast of Mozambique. Madagascar’s northern cruising area is home to tiny uninhabited islands and is a real treasure of lush exotic tropical nature with mysterious mangroves.
Nosy Be is an idyllic starting point for a private boat charter to the Mitsio and Radama archipelagos. The best time of year to cruise around these islands off the east coast of Africa is between April and December.
Clapotis Mer Yachting can help you to choose the holiday and sailing itinerary for the East African Islands off the coast of Tanzania and Mozambique that best meets your needs. Our All-Inclusive Crewed Yacht Charters in the East African Islands offer exciting opportunities for big game fishing sports, snorkelling and scuba diving in Zanzibar, the Bazaruto, the Quirimbas and St Lazarus in the Indian Ocean.
Lagoon 450 F sailing catamaran
The fully equipped and crewed yacht offers private full-board charter holidays sailing the coast and islands of Tanzania.
Here is a 7-day itinerary sample for an East Africa yacht charter sailing Tanzania’s coast and islands. It can be changed according to weather conditions.
Set sail for the north coast of Tanzania between May and early December, when the trade winds blow from the southeast.
Start sailing from Dar es Salaam. Stopover at Lazy Lagoon Island, in the south of Bagamoyo, a significant historic town on the coast of East Africa. Sail on and anchor to the south of the Wami River at high tide. Then, go on a guided wildlife safari to Saadani Natural Park, the only one that borders the Indian Ocean. Continue sailing to the Maziwe Island Marine Reserve, which is about five miles southeast of Pangani. It is a historic town located at the mouth of the Pangani River. Head for Tanga Island, a small, uninhabited island in Tanzania. Sail a few miles north and disembark at Tanga City.
Plan a sailing trip to the south coast of Tanzania between November and May, when the trade winds blow from the northeast.
Start your cruise from Hendwa Beach or from Nungui Beach in the north of Zanzibar. Explore Saadani National Park. Sail into a quiet anchorage in Dar es Salaam. Set off to Buyuni Bay and snorkel the coral reefs. Make your way to Sukuti Island and take a boat ride inside the mangrove forest to watch the marine life. Depart for Mafia Island Marine Park, a pristine wildlife sanctuary. Pemba Island remains an untouched wilderness just off the coast of Tanzania. Cruise along to the fabulous Songo Songo and Funjove Islands in East Africa. Set out to visit the ruins of the medieval palace-fort on Kilwa Kisiwani island. Sail back to Mafia Island, where you can catch a flight home.
Our Tanzania sailing holiday package deal includes:
The service of three crew members, the skipper, cook, and deckhand.
Full-board meals with breakfast, lunch, an afternoon snack and dinner, as well as bottled water, soft drinks and a beach BBQ on an island off the coast of Tanzania.
Fuel consumed for a four-hour cruise per day and the use of water sports available on board are included.
It does not include :
National park fees and guided safaris in Tanzania.
Transfers from the airport to the yacht and back
Air conditioning at night, or any special requests.
The boat handling is controlled from the flybridge helm station. You can relax and sunbathe on the foredeck area.
The interior is airy and air-conditioned. The well-arranged main lounge opens onto the cushioned cockpit area, where delicious Tanzanian food and drinks are served.
The yacht equipment comprises a refrigerator with freezer, 220v outlets, a 230v converter, solar panels, a water maker and a fruit juicer.
On-board accommodation for six guests consists of one master cabin in the starboard hull and two double cabins in the port hull.
Each has a large bed for two people, an en suite bathroom and shower facilities.
The crew has two separate single cabins in the bow.
Water sports include a 4 m inflatable tender with a 15hp outboard engine, a transparent kayak and an inflatable double kayak, a set of fishing tackle rods, and a stand-up paddle board.
50 ft Voyage Sailing Catamaran
Clapotis-Mer Yachting Yacht Cruising are pleased to offer all inclusive and exclusive yacht charters in Zanzibar’s most attractive cruising locations aboard this sailing catamaran. She is fully equipped and crewed to provide fun yacht charter holidays which include a variety of water sports and leisure activities including big game sport fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling.
This popular cruising catamaran has recently been totally refitted and now has modern electronic navigation systems and air conditioning throughout. The ample outdoor living areas encourage you to relax and the stern of the boat is perfect for fishing, scuba diving and swimming in crystal clear waters. The aft cockpit has a large dining area and there’s seating with cushions and padded backrests all around. The saloon is bright and spacious with a leather sofa and an American bar area plus a flat screen TV with CD/DVD player. The guest accommodation is for up to eight people in four double cabins. Each has a king size bed, en-suite bathroom and a shower. The crew cabin has a separate bathroom. The large gourmet galley is equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, fridge and two deep freezers. The 800 litre fresh water tank is supplied by two 80 litre per hour water makers and there’s a washing machine and an ice maker.
There are two swimming ladders and two fresh water deck showers at the transom and plenty of water sports and boat leisure activities are available on board. They include a four metre RIB with a 25 HP/40 HP outboard engine, water skis, a wakeboard, four sea kayaks and snorkeling equipment. There is a good selection of fishing equipment including artificial lures, trolling gear, stand-up rods and reels, jigging and popping fishing tackles. Scuba diving is possible and the boat has a Bauer Junior dive compressor and six sets of scuba dive equipment for the use of certified divers under the guidance of the boat’s Dive Master.
These boat charter holidays include the services of three crew, full board meals, full bed linen sets, soft drinks, mineral water, beer and wine, Marine Conservation area, kayaks, fuel, use of the inflatable boat tender and its 25/40 HP outboard engine, all trolling fishing and snorkeling equipment and scuba diving if you are a certified diver.
Knysna 50 ft Sailing Catamaran in the islands off the coast of Mozambique, East Africa
Clapotis Mer Yachting Holidays are pleased to offer this fully equipped and crewed luxury sailing catamaran at an affordable package price. She is available now for all inclusive private yacht charter in the most beautiful islands off the coast of Mozambique in East Africa.
The yacht provides excellent opportunities for charterers who wish to dive or snorkel or you can just relax and enjoy visiting Mozambique’s islands.
From February to April and from the second week of December until the end of January, you’ll start (and end) your adventure sailing holiday from Vilanculos a coastal town in the south of Mozambique. A typical yacht charter itinerary will include :
The Bazaruto Archipelago which is just a few miles away from the south coast of Mozambique and has plenty of water sports activities. You’ll be able to visit the old resort ruins when walking on Paradise Island.
Bazaruto Island is a short passage away and, here, you can hike over the sand dunes to the lighthouse and visit exotic African style lodges. Bazaruto’s coral reefs provide shelter for a wide variety of marine life and Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto National Park has a secluded white sand beach. It is an amazing yachting holiday location for a picnic and to see local Dhows sailing off the coast of Mozambique. Magaruque Island is just a short sailing distance and has extensive tidal flats which abound with fish.
From the end of April until the first week of August you’ll normally start your sailing charter holiday from Quelimane, a historic seaport town in east-central Mozambique near the mouth of the Bons Sinais River. You will sail to the Primeiras archipelago which is a string of sparsely inhabited barrier islands and coral reefs in a marine conservation zone just off the town of Angoche in the north of Mozambique.
From the second week of August until the first week of December, you will sail from Pemba to St Lazarus Banks that lie off the Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique. Pemba is in Northern Mozambique and is a good starting point for crewed yacht charter holidays to visit the Quirimbas Archipelago and explore the most exciting areas of Quirimbas National Park.
Situ Island near Pemba is ideally placed for a kayak excursion through the mangrove forest and to Ibo island in the Quirimbas Archipelago to watch the tropical birds.
Here you can dive or snorkel the 100-year-old shipwreck, visit the beautiful historic village with its handcrafted silver shops, hike or hire a small boat to take you through the mangrove forest to the sand beaches on Quirimba Island at low tide.
You’ll live aboard this comfortable and modern sailing catamaran. The large outdoor living areas include foredeck trampolines for sunbathing or you can enjoy the view of Mozambique’s Islands and a padded aft deck cockpit area where you can chill out. There is a large transom platform where you can swim or dive. The Cook will prepare freshly cooked and delicious meals including barbecued fish for dinner.
The interior is fully air conditioned and well ventilated. The spacious saloon has cushioned seating and a dining area. Onboard amenities include an LCD TV and music systems. The private accommodation for six to eight guests is in double cabins each with a queen size bed, storage, and en suite bathroom/shower facilities. The crew has separate quarters. The galley has a gas stove, an ice maker, two freezers and fridges. A generator and solar panels provide the yacht’s electric power.
Water sports available on board include an inflatable dinghy boat with a 20 hp outboard engine, two single kayaks, full dive equipment including a compressor, rod and reel fishing equipment and several sets of snorkeling gear.
Our Mozambique yacht charter holiday package includes the services of three crew, transfers from Pemba airport in Mozambique to the yacht and return, full board meals, five cases of beer, soft drinks and bottled water, all fuel, the use of the sea kayaks and boat tender together with all fishing and snorkeling equipment.
56 foot Marquise sailing catamaran
For a fantastic adventure holiday experience charter this well-equipped catamaran and sail around the Seychelles Islands.
Our Seychelles yacht charter holiday packages include the services of the yacht’s crew of three, full board meals and soft drinks, all fuel consumed during the trip, on-board water sports, as well as Mahe airport transfers and the Marine National Parks in the Seychelles’ Inner Islands. The charter rate does not include special food and the ship’s bar, landing fees, scuba diving, shore excursions, crew gratuity, or any other special requests for a yacht charter in the Seychelles.
Start your sailing trip from Eden Island, near the capital island of Mahé, and head for the most beautiful parts of the Inner Islands and the Amirantes of the Seychelles at the best time of year. The yacht sails well and is comfortable at sea.
Enjoy fun watersport activities each day of your catamaran cruise. Go snorkeling or scuba diving and observe the extraordinary marine life of the Seychelles. Sail around the Seychelles Islands and catch sight of the whale migration during a hang-gliding flight between July and October. You can fish trolling from the boat, paddle a kayak around a lush green Seychelles island, or swim in a blue lagoon.
The large outdoor living areas include foredeck trampolines for sunbathing and a relaxing, sheltered aft cockpit area.
Tasty Seychelles Creole and traditional dishes are freshly cooked and served on board.
The yacht’s interior is bright and air-conditioned. The cosy main lounge is fitted with a padded seating area with a bar and home entertainment.
There’s private onboard accommodation for six or eight guests. The four double cabins all have a queen-size bed, dressing area, storage, en suite bathroom/shower facilities, and bath towels. The crew has separate cabins.
47 ft Lagoon Sailing Catamaran
Clapotis-Mer have a great deal of expertise in arranging private, exclusive and luxury yachting holidays. We are pleased to offer full board boat charters aboard this fully equipped and crewed sailing catamaran operating in Madagascar’s northern islands off the coast of Mozambique in the Indian Ocean.
You’ll start your cruise from Nosy Be (called the Perfumed island) off the north west coast of Madagascar and head for the beautiful Mitsio and Radama Archipelagos. Your holiday starts when you meet the crew at Fascene international airport and then you’ll be driven to your boat.
This sailing catamaran has been recently renovated and was totally refitted in 2008. She sails well in the gentle trade winds blowing southwest or northeast along the east coast of Africa. Our sailing holiday package includes the services of three crew (skipper, cook and deckhand), full board meals, bed linen, all fuel, use of a boat tender, fishing and snorkeling equipment, taxes in Madagascar and airport round-trip transfers. Scuba diving and dive equipment is available to rent. Alcoholic and soft drinks are chargeable at the end of the cruise.
The large outdoor living spaces feature a foredeck with trampolines for sunbathing and a pleasant aft deck cockpit area to relax and dine. The boat’s interior is comfortable and naturally ventilated with a spacious saloon fitted with a cushioned sofa and seats around a table. You’ll enjoy convivial and delicious meals freshly prepared by the cook and featuring Malagasy specialties. On board amenities and entertainment include a Pioneer Hi-Fi music sound system with CD/USB. Private accommodation for eight guests is in four double cabins and all are fitted with a queen size bed, dressing area, storage and en suite bathroom/shower facilities. There’s hot and cold water and 220v plug sockets are available in each cabin and the saloon. The crew’s quarter is separate.
A watermaker supplies 200 litres of freshwater per hour. The galley has a gas stove/oven, fridge and freezer and all dinnerware., There’s also a cockpit refrigerator. Navigation instruments and telecommunication include GPS, chartplotter, radar, echo sounder, cruising guides, marine VHF radios and a cellular phone.
There are four solar panels, two dive platforms with swimming ladders and a deck shower on transom. Water sports include a boat tender with a 25 horsepower outboard engine, fishing tackle and eight sets of snorkeling gear, dive equipment for four divers and a Bauer dive compressor.
Kelsall 57 ft Power Catamaran in the islands off the coast of Mozambique, East Africa
Clapotis Mer Yachting Holidays specialist offers this fully equipped and crewed fun sport power catamaran. She is available now for all inclusive private yacht charter in the most beautiful islands off the coast of Mozambique in East Africa.
The yacht provides excellent opportunities for fishing charters and snorkeling or you can just relax and enjoy visiting Mozambique’s islands.
From February to April and from the second week of December until the end of January, you’ll start (and end) your adventure afloat holiday from Vilanculos a coastal town in the south of Mozambique. A typical yacht charter itinerary will include :
The Bazaruto Archipelago which is just a few miles away from the south coast of Mozambique and has plenty of water sports and boating activities. You’ll be able to visit the old resort ruins when walking on Paradise Island.
Bazaruto Island is a short passage away and, here, you can hike over the sand dunes to the lighthouse and visit exotic African style lodges. Bazaruto’s coral reefs provide shelter for a wide variety of marine life and Benguerra Island in the Bazaruto National Park has a secluded white sand beach that is perfect for a picnic and to see local Dhows sailing off the coast of Mozambique. Magaruque Island is nearby and has extensive tidal flats which abound with fish.
From the end of April until the first week of August you’ll normally start your cruising charter holiday from Quelimane, a historic seaport town in east-central Mozambique situated near the mouth of the Bons Sinais River. The Primeiras archipelago is a string of sparsely inhabited barrier islands and coral reefs just off the town of Angoche in the north of Mozambique and will be your cruising destination.
From the second week of August until the first week of December, you will sail from Pemba to St Lazarus Banks that lie off the Quirimbas Archipelago in Northern Mozambique. Pemba in Northern Mozambique is a good starting point for crewed yacht charter holidays that lets you visit the Quirimbas Archipelago and explore the most exciting areas of Quirimbas National Park.
Situ Island is ideally placed for a kayak excursion through the mangrove forest and to Ibo island in the Quirimbas Archipelago to watch the tropical birds.
Here you can dive or snorkel the 100-year-old shipwreck, visit the beautiful historic village with its handcrafted silver shops, hike or hire a small boat to take you through the mangrove forest to the sand beaches on Quirimba Island at low tide.
You’ll live aboard this comfortable cruising catamaran. The large outdoor living areas include foredeck trampolines for sunbathing or fishing and a padded aft deck cockpit area where you can chill out and enjoy dishes prepared on board by the Cook. There is a large transom platform where you can swim or catch fish and make a gas barbecue.
The interior is well ventilated by electric fans and the gentle breeze through the open hatches. The spacious saloon has cushioned seating and a dining area. Onboard amenities include an LCD TV and music systems. The private accommodation for six up to eight guests is in double cabins each with a queen size bed, storage, and en suite bathroom/shower facilities. The crew has separate quarters. The galley has a gas stove, an ice maker, two freezers and fridges. A generator and solar panels provide the yacht’s electric power.
Water sports available on board include an inflatable dinghy boat with an outboard engine, two single kayaks, several sets of snorkeling gear and plenty of rod and reel fishing equipment.
Our Mozambique yacht charter holiday package includes the services of three crew, transfers from Pemba airport in Mozambique to the yacht and return, full board meals, five cases of beer, soft drinks and bottled water, all fuel, the use of the sea kayaks and boat tender together with all fishing and snorkeling equipment.