Itinerary
Your cruise will take in most, if not all of the main islands, plus, time permitting many other islands like uninhabited Mogundula
32 islands that stretch some 200 miles along one of the most unexplored stretches of coastline in the world, the Quirimbas Archipelago is without doubt one of the best yacht charter destinations in the world.
Most islands are uninhabited and all are blessed with white sandy beaches surrounded by a tropical Indian Ocean and a marine environment that has remained virtually untouched. It is no wonder that these islands are being heralded as the new Seychelles.
The whole mainland coastline also remains completely unexplored, along with its many coves, beaches and coral reef. Virtually unknown to the outside world, the indigenous people who inhabit the islands have quietly gone about their daily business. Local fishermen build Arab style dhows hand-hewn from trees. They navigate hundreds of kilometres of winding channels and mangrove lagoons casting their nets and lines much as they have done for the last 1000 years
Day 1:
Arrive in Pemba, meet and greet assistance and transfer to yachts. Briefing and set sail for Quirimbas Archipelago. Depending on arrival time / departure dive same afternoon and fish while underway to overnight anchorage. Overnight at Tari Bay. Great snorkelling, diving, fishing and mangrove kayaking
Day 2:
Wake to coffee / tea and a light snack before diving or any other activities you prefer. Return to breakfast and a 2nd dive if you wish. After breakfast set sail north to Quilalea region for overnight anchorage. En-route we can stop and explore Quisiva Island and its old fort.
Dive sites and game fishing can be enjoyed along with all other activities. Overnight in the lee of Quisiva Island or depending on conditions we head further north to Quilalea Island.
Day 3:
An early start, depending on where we moored overnight and set sail for Ibo Island.
Explore Ibo Island and its history and enjoy mangrove kayaking, bird watching, historical tours of the island, cultural interaction.
Overnight in the lee of Ibo Island
Day 4:
Rise to coffee / tea and light snack before heading to Matemo and Rolas Islands
Explore Matemo and Rolas Island, dive and fish and spend some time at the island resort on Matemo Island
Day 5:
Medjumbe Island
Explore Matemo and Rolas Island, dive and fish and spend some time at the island resort on Medjumbe Island Island
Day 6:
Medjumbe Island
Overnight sail back to Matemo Island
Day 7:
Spend the day at Matemo enjoy all the activities on board. Late in the evening while guests are sleeping the yacht will sail overnight to arrive in Pemba in time for a late morning departure for Pemba airport
Day 8:
Arrive in Pemba mid morning for departure.
Please note - This is a sample itinerary. Contact us to create a holiday that is exactly right for you - the right length, right place and right budget!
We can create your ideal holiday ! This is our speciality!
Dates and Costs
Trip Duration
8 Days
COSTS
We are pleased to offer a range of yacht charter catamarans from 35 foot to 53 foot
Please ask us for a more specific quotation
Indication price for 53 for Catamaran sleeping 8 = from £ 200 per person per day
INCLUDES
Full use of luxury yacht
All onboard equipment and facilities at no extra cost - activities are FREE
Skipper and hostess
Full board accommodation : breakfast, lunch, dinner,
Teas, coffees,
Soft drinks, snacks and picnics,
Snorkelling and equipment
Island visits and excursions
Fees,
Fuel, water, gas
Transfers to and from Yacht and airport
EXCLUDES
Dive Masters - diving is on a self lead basis for experienced divers. ( DM's can be included on request and are subject to a surcharge)
Alcohol (this can be pre ordered and paid for on arrival)
International Flights, Taxes, Visas
Nat Park fees, Mooring fees where applicable
Anything not indicated as included above
Yacht Information
We have a range of yachts available for charter – please ask us for more specific details.
Sample details for a 53 foot Catamaran
53ft Royal Cape Catamaran
The new Royal Cape Charter Yacht Catamaran – Majestic 530 offers a combination of comfort, handling and stability on the water. The yacht’s easy handling is its top features, earning its Majestic status. Guests will enjoy the large saloon and cockpit with outside dining area, and state-of-the-art Bait Station for the most demanding Sport Angler.
The galley-up design incorporates a spacious saloon and serving window overlooking the cockpit. The accommodation includes five double en-suite cabins, and Study with an optional berth in the study, There is plenty of space on deck for sun-tanning and each bow has a seat for watching the waves float by… outside hot & cold fresh water shower on the transom steps.
Measurements
§ Length 16 M
§ Beam 8.895m
§ Draft 1.2m
§ Sail Area 128sq m
§ Weight 18 Tons
§ Engines 2 x 75hp VOLVO PENTA TURBO
§ Water 1000 ltr
§ Diesel 1000 ltr
Accommodation
§ 5 double en-suite berths
§ (1 for crew and 4 for guests)
Navigation
§ Log & wind instruments, depth sounder
§ GPS
§ Chart-Plotter
§ Radar
§ AUTO PILOT
Communication
VHF
Activities - equipment
§ Two 2 man kayaks
§ Stand up paddleboard,
§ 2 long surf boards
§ 5 short surf boards
§ Play station & Games
§ Snorkel, flippers, masks etc
§ Fishing equipment
§ Bauer Compressor and 8 air cylinders
§ Weights and belts
§ Live bait Well, Fish Cleaning Station and Lunar Tubes
§ 6 rod holders
§ Fish Cleaning Station with Live Bait Well and Lunar Tubes
§ 4 x 30lb rods with Shimano Tyrinos 2 speed reels with 45lb braid
§ 3 x Poseidon Couta rods (spinning with Daiwa BG60 reels with 25lb casting braid
§ 4 x Kingfisher SF 50 bottom rods with KP 9inch bottom reels with 80lb braid
§ 200 x no 3 power swivels, 20 ball-bearing swivels, no.8 trace wire, a good selection of hooks and sinkers.
§ 20 x Sabiki no.4 yaruris, 6 x feather rigs, 4 x Daisy chains, 2 packets of Yamashita skirts, 4 x bait swimmers, 1 vertical jig, 4 x rigged Couta traces, a selection of spoons & snoek feather rigs.
§ A selection of Halcos and rapalas x 30 + spare treble hooks
§ 1 x Berkley Big Game lip grip, 25kg digital scale, 7ft gaff, 1 x heavy duty fishing bucket, 1 x Gimbled bucket
Divers - we recommend you bring your own wet suites, BCs and Regs, mask and fins as the yacht doesn't stock every size to fit everybody
Inflatable:
3.1m Inflatable Dinghy with 15hp outboard
Other
§ 1 Fridge in Galley
§ 1 Dishwasher in Galley
§ 1 Microwave in Galley
§ 1 Stove with Gas Plates and Oven in Galley
§ 1 Chest Freezer in Saloon
§ 1 Chest Freezer under Saloon Table
§ 1 Ice Maker
§ 1 Washing Machine and Dryer in Cockpit
§ 2 x TV with DVD player, CD player.
For its size, she is superbly equipped with equipment like:
§ A very low noise Fischer Panda 8 kva generator
§ Solar Cells
§ A Victron 2.5 kW 220v AC Inverter
§ Two air conditioners of 16000 BTU each
§ An HRO water maker (65 litres/hour of fresh water)
