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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Mafia Island Lodge

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Kinasi Lodge
La Lua Cheia Castaway Beach Camp
Ras Mbisi
Shamba Kilole Eco-Lodge

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Chole Mjini
Pole Pole Lodge

Darren W. (USA)

December 15, 2016

“My wife and I had a great experience with A2T and it left us with a very high impression of their services.

Casey was super responsive and very straightforward. Casey answered all of our questions and left us feeling very comfortable before we traveled. Casey clearly laid out the pricing and options and gave us a good understanding of what a reasonable plan looks like.

All the information we needed before we actually traveled was provided and described.”