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Almirante Leite Banks
MOZAMBIQUE FISHING & FISHING CHARTERS
ALMIRANTE LEITE BANKS – MOZAMBIQUE
MOZAMBIQUE FISHING
We offer the best fishing charters in Mozambique to the Almirante Leite Banks in Southern Mozambique. Charter a yacht and experience world class fishing destinations in Mozambique.
Almirante Leite Banks – Mozambique
Fishing Almirante Leite Banks is the ultimate offshore adventure for serious anglers.
Departing from Inhaca Island, near Maputo, this 6 night expedition offers an unrivaled opportunity to explore one of Africa’s most remote and fertile fishing grounds. Join a seasoned crew aboard a luxury catamaran as you chase big game species and refine your fishing techniques in deep, open waters.
Located approximately 120 km east of Santa Maria and Inhaca Island, the Almirante Leite Banks are a submerged volcanic formation situated in the path of the nutrient-rich Agulhas Current. This biologically rich current fuels an ecosystem teeming with life. The banks' dramatic underwater topography—featuring drop-offs, ridges, and craters rising from depths of 1000 m to just 60 m—creates perfect conditions for pelagic predators.
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Fishing Almirante Leite Banks means targeting hard-fighting species like massive Yellowfin Tuna (20–90 kg), Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and all three Marlin species—Black, Blue, and Striped. With minimal sportfishing pressure, this location remains a hidden gem for trophy fishing.
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Your journey takes place aboard a 50-foot fully crewed catamaran yacht with luxury accommodations, ensuite cabins, a saloon with entertainment, air conditioning, and panoramic views. Onboard amenities include an ice-maker, dual fridges, freezers, Starlink Wi-Fi, snorkeling gear, kayaks, and high-end trolling tackle.
Fishing Almirante Leite Banks is more than a trip—it’s an expedition into one of the last untouched frontiers of the Indian Ocean. Adventure, camaraderie, and world-class angling await.
Almirante Leite Banks – Mozambique
6 nights / 7 days / Private Charters
2025 | 6 nights - 7 day charter
Total R144,000​ per yacht | ​Min 1 guests - Max 6 guests
2026 | 6 nights - 7 day charter
Total R156,000​ per yacht | ​Min 1 guests - Max 6 guests
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Charters depart between 14.00 -16.00 on day 1 and cruise over night to the banks and return by 9 am on the last day.
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Includes
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Full use of Yacht
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Skipper and Crew
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Breakfast, Lunch And Dinner and all Snacks
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Tea and Coffee
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Mineral water
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Soft Drinks,
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Bedding and Towels.
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Trolling Rods, Reels and tackle,
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Snorkelling (Mask, Fins And Snorkel);
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Fuel For Main Yacht and Tenders
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Airport transfers
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Excludes
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Flights, visa,
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Additional drinks and alcohol and all other items.
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Fishing Permits R 1100 per person
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Fishing gear - Guest to bring all their own Jigging and Popping Rods and tackle.
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Alcohol
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​StarLink Wi-Fi
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Prices subject to change
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30% deposit to secure dates, balance due 45 days before departure
Fishing Almirante Leite Banks
The Almirante Leite Banks are a remote, underwater geological formation located approximately 120 kilometers east of Santa Maria and Inhaca Island, off the coast of Mozambique.
These submerged seamounts are believed to be the remnants of an ancient underwater volcanic system, which created dramatic underwater terrain consisting of deep drop-offs, ridges, and crater-like structures.
The banks rise sharply from the ocean floor—from depths of over 1000 meters to as shallow as 60 meters—creating a unique vertical habitat that attracts a wide variety of marine life.
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Positioned within the path of the Agulhas Current, one of the world's fastest and warmest ocean currents, the Almirante Leite Banks benefit from a constant flow of nutrient-rich waters. This upwelling supports a thriving food chain, from small baitfish to apex pelagic predators, making the area a prime fishing ground.
Despite its incredible potential, the banks remain largely untouched by commercial or recreational fishing, preserving their pristine and fish-rich ecosystem.
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The location is ideal for targeting Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Sailfish, and all three major Marlin species—Black, Blue, and Striped.
The seclusion and challenging access mean that only well-equipped, long-range charter vessels venture here, adding to the allure for serious sport anglers seeking trophy catches and unspoiled waters.
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Almirante Leite Banks represent one of the last frontiers for offshore fishing in the Indian Ocean—a hidden gem for marine exploration and big game fishing in Africa.
Almirante Leite Banks – Mozambique
GETTING THERE
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Flights are from JHB, South Africa to Maputo in Southern Mozambique
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Ferry or ski boat to Inhaca Island, where the yacht is moored.
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20-24 hr cruise to get to the banks for fishing.
2025 CHARTER DATES AVAILABLE
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1 - 7 Sept
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9 - 15 Sept
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17 - 23 Sept
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25 Sept - 1 Oct
For Jigging, Popping and Spinning fishing, guests must bring their own personal gear.
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Medium to heavy popping and jigging rods
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Reels for popping nothing smaller than Saragosa or Stella 14000
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Jigging Saragosa / Stella 18000 comparative size.
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Braid - popping 80 pound jigging 100 pound.
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Leader popping 120 pound jigging 180 pound.
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Poppers x 4 Cubera Dark Star or Chug Norris and SOX poppers 180 cm
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Stick baits Britt and Starwalker are good subsurface lures
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GT ice cream also works for top water Nomad Dartwing.
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Jigs (if you know how to vertical jig) 350 to 450 gram glow in the dark for Dogtooth Tuna. Otherwise, 300 to 350 slow pitch - MUST be glow in the dark.
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180 to 200 gram slow pitch for the GT also glow in the dark. Nomad Sqidtrex also a good jig to keep in your tackle box.
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200 pound swivels and split rings
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Split ring pliers
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No 8 to 10 wire
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Wire cutters
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Braid scissors
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Casting glove
ALMIRANTE LEITE BANKS
Suggested Fishing Tackle
MOZAMBIQUE FISHING CHARTER BOAT
50ft CATAMARAN
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Fish in Mozambique on board our 50ft catamaran, which is a perfect cruising yacht to enjoy a Mozambique fishing charter.
Charter Yacht Accommodation & Facilities
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She has 3 spacious double en-suite cabins for max 6 guests.
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With a cockpit area protected from the elements, the Helmsman is placed to socialise from commanding post while viewing of the sails and winches from the steering position are unobstructed.
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The saloon and galley is an upmarket affair elegantly finished and with LED lighting, flat screen TV, surround sound system and air-conditioning.
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A raised saloon floor ensures beautiful views. The rear bulkhead sliding door opens entirely to ensure a free flow from the cockpit to the saloon.
