Where to eat in Mafia Island
2 businesses · Tanzania's diving island - a marine park, whale sharks in season, and almost no crowds.
Things to do in Mafia Island
Places and experiences rather than companies. Each one carries the thing you would otherwise find out by turning up.
Swimming with whale sharks
WaterKilindoni bay, roughly October to March.
These are feeding animals in open water, not a penned attraction. Boats find them by spotting, so an early start and a calm day matter more than the operator you pick.
4 hoursPaid
Before you plan Mafia Island
Mid-range day rate
$130 – $300
Per person, per day, all-in on the ground.
Right now — October
Whale sharks arrive in Kilindoni bay.
Full Mafia Island guide — costs, month by month, and what to expect