Our First Taste of Africa… We Didn’t Expect This | S5 E15

After a tough offshore passage, we arrive in Tanzania for our first real taste of Africa… and it wasn’t quite what we expected. Our journey begins in Tanga, a quiet coastal town where we reset after days at sea, navigate the full boat check-in process, and explore the incredible Amboni Caves — the largest limestone cave system in East Africa. From there, we sail south to Zanzibar, where everything shifts. More people, more movement… and a completely different energy. From busy beaches and traditional dhow boats to the contrast between tourism and local life, this stop gave us a glimpse into a side of Africa that’s hard to put into words. Along the way, we share the realities of arriving in a new country by boat, a bit of sailing tradition, and the moments in between that make this lifestyle so unique. This is what our first days in Africa really looked like. ⸻ ⛵ In this episode: • Sailing into Tanzania • Clearing into Tanga (immigration, customs & port health) • Exploring the Amboni Caves • Life onboard after a rough passage • Sailing to Zanzibar • First impressions of Zanzibar • Local culture, tourism & daily life • A unique sailing tradition moment ⸻ 🌊 Join Our Sailing Family Adventure! We’re the Fothergills – a family of six living full-time aboard our catamaran, Happy Days. From tropical islands to remote anchorages, we’re documenting our journey around the world to inspire and encourage others to pursue their own adventure. 🧭 Want to Support the Journey? Join us on Patreon for early video access, uncut updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and exclusive Zoom meetups with the crew: 👉 https://www.patreon.com/sailingwithsix 🛍️ Grab Some Sailing with Six Merch Check out our official store for tees, stickers, and gear that supports our voyage: 👉 https://sailingwithsix.store/ 📸 Follow Our Daily Adventures Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sailingwithsix Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sailingwithsix Website & Blog: https://www.sailingwithsix.com 📬 Get Onboard Our Email List Be the first to hear about new videos, digital products, and sailing resources: 👉 https://sailingwithsix.kit.com/b2f972f55c ⚓ New to the Channel? We share what life is really like living aboard with kids — homeschooling, provisioning, sailing mishaps, and the magic in between. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. #SailingWithSix #FamilySailing #LiveaboardLife #SailingFamily #TravelWithKids