MAFIA ISLAND

A part of Tanzania’s Mafia Archipelago in the Indian Ocean, about 435 square km. The Outstanding marine park life that led to the creation of the Mafia Island marine park with more than 460 species of fish and over 50 genera of the Coral make this island “A water paradise” It offers world-class diving and snorkeling for all levels of experience.

Utende beach (the heart of the marine park) Is a superb deep-water beach, snorkeling and swimming around the islets, and beautiful coral shelves of chole bay, with live beach barbecues.

You will enjoy swimming and snorkeling with a whale shark, (the largest known extant fish species) in October-march.

The turtle hatching (July-September) at Juani Island.

The island is covered by a coastal forest of more than seven species of mangrove that support thousands of birds’ life.

It is a hidden treasure.

Is not well known to most tourists and tour agents, and attracts only those who wish to explore something new and experience nature, and local culture that has not been disturbed by urban and mass tourism.