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
“Everything we had hoped for and more. Accommodations were superb, meals were exceptional, guides were friendly and very knowledgeable and the sights, scenery and wildlife were unbelievable. The consultants had prepared us very well for this safari. The guides, cooks, helpers, drivers, anyone that dealt with us genuinely enjoyed their job and took great pride inn being able to help us. We would recommend it without any reservations.”