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Bazaruto Archipelago
World class for Black MarlinGTand Sailfish
Africa · Fishing World Guide
Mozambique.
Fishing Mozambique 2026 - Bazaruto, Black Marlin & GT
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target species
Yes
license needed
Mar–Dec
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Sport fishing permit: From 20-50 USD. Usually included in lodge price.
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- Via lodges and charter boat providers. Permits from the local fisheries authority.
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 20-50 USD. Usually included in lodge price.
- Validity
- For the duration of the stay
- Available online?
- No
Mozambique is THE emerging angling destination in Africa! The Bazaruto Archipelago offers world-class big game and GT. Lightly fished, spectacular waters. Lodges organize all permits.
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Marlin: October-March. GT: Year-round. Sailfish: April-August. Best time: October-December.
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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St. Lazarus Bank
A magnet for big fish: Dogtooth TunaGTMarlin
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Quirimbas Archipelago
Pristine reefsideal for GTTuna and Wahoo
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Inhambane & Tofo
Good coastal fishing for SailfishWahoo and King Mackerel
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Vilankulo
Main departure point for tours to the Bazaruto Archipelago
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Premeiras Archipelago
Insider tip for GTs and big fish at remote reefs
What's biting?
Your target species.
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
No general closed seasons. Marine parks have their own regulations.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Moderate limits. Marlin: Catch-and-Release standard. GT: Increasingly C&R.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite forbidden. Strict rules in marine parks.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Standard for marlin and GT. Actively promoted by lodges.
What does it cost?
20-50 USD
License
20-50 USD (usually included in lodge price)
150-300 USD
Guide per day
Coastal fishing: 150-300 USD/day. Bazaruto Lodge: 400-1,000 USD/day.
100-200 USD
Daily budget
Budget: 100-200 USD. Premium Bazaruto: 500-1,200 USD/day.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Mozambique-18.67°, 35.53°
🎣 Live catches in mosambik
3 verified catches
Not enough data (3 catches)
Bite-time forecast appears from 5 catches.
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
Via lodges and charter boat providers. Permits from the local fisheries authority. — Mozambique is THE emerging angling destination in Africa! The Bazaruto Archipelago offers world-class big game and GT. Lightly fished, spectacular waters. Lodges organize all permits.
Rules in detail
Mozambique offers some of the last barely fished waters of the Indian Ocean. The Bazaruto Archipelago is legendary for Black Marlin!
Freshwater
Cahora Bassa reservoir: Tigerfish! Little developed but great potential.
Saltwater
2,500 km coastline on the Indian Ocean. Bazaruto and Quirimbas Archipelagos are world-class!
Equipment
Lodges provide equipment. Own heavy saltwater gear recommended.
Guides
Bazaruto Lodge: 400-1,000 USD/day. Coastal fishing: 150-300 USD/day.
Getting there
Flights to Maputo or Vilankulo. Small planes to the islands. Roads partly poor.
Safety
Malaria prophylaxis MANDATORY! Medical care limited. Travel insurance!
Customs & fish export
Fishing equipment permitted. Visa on arrival or online in advance.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: April 10, 2026
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