Mafia Island
Description: Secluded and seductive Mafia – a green wedge of land surrounded by turquoise waters, pristine islets and glinting white sandbanks – remained off the beaten track for years, undiscovered by all except deep-sea fishing aficionados and a trickle of visitors. That’s changing fast – the island’s tourist accommodation has grown from one hotel to over half a dozen in just a few years. For now, though, Mafia remains free of the mass tourism that threatens to overwhelm Zanzibar.
Among Mafia’s attractions are its tranquil pace, stuning underwater life, upmarket lodges, a strong traditional culture and a long and fascinating history. Whale sharks visit mafia between November and February.
Accommodations
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Kinasi Lodge
La Lua Cheia Castaway Beach Camp
Ras Mbisi
Shamba Kilole Eco-Lodge
“We had a fabulous adventure. We saw so many animals in the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti. Our guide Willy helped us see so many things. His knowledge base for the areas and the animals was great. He anticipated animals coming into the area, mating and where we may see the animals. He used my camera to help focus in on the areas when we were struggling to see the animals (mostly in trees). The pre-trip emailed information, videos, etc. were helpful.”