Whale Watching
Mafia Island
Mafia Island (394 km²) is located in the east coast of Tanzania opposite the delta of the Rufiji River.
Humpbacks and whale sharks
Humpback whales pass along the Tanzanian coast on their annual migration, and Mafia Island is famous for swimming with gentle whale sharks…
Humpback whales pass along the Tanzanian coast on their annual migration, and Mafia Island is famous for swimming with gentle whale sharks in the shallow waters off Kilindoni.
Tailor-made only
There is no fixed package for whale watching – it depends on season, tides and where you are staying, so we build it into your trip day by day. Tell us your dates and we will slot it into the right place.
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Where to do it
Whale Watching
Mafia Island (394 km²) is located in the east coast of Tanzania opposite the delta of the Rufiji River.
Whale Watching
The marine park at Mafia Island extends over 822 km², with more than 75% of it below the high-water mark.
Whale Watching
Mnazi Bay - Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park (MBREMP) is in the Mtwara district of Southeast Tanzania and extends…
Whale Watching
Snorkeling or Swimming with whale sharks is one of the best experiences Mafia Island has to offer.