Humpbacks and whale sharks

Whale Watching

Humpback whales pass along the Tanzanian coast on their annual migration, and Mafia Island is famous for swimming with gentle whale sharks…

Ocean & Islands Humpbacks Jul – Oct · Whale sharks Oct – Mar 4 places Tailor-made

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

Whale Watching, planned around you

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.

4 places

Where to do it

Best places for whale watching

Mafia Island

Whale Watching

Mafia Island

Mafia Island (394 km²) is located in the east coast of Tanzania opposite the delta of the Rufiji River.

Mafia Island Marine Park

Whale Watching

Mafia Island Marine Park

The marine park at Mafia Island extends over 822 km², with more than 75% of it below the high-water mark.

Mnazi Bay - Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park

Whale Watching

Mnazi Bay - Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park

Mnazi Bay - Ruvuma Estuary Marine Park (MBREMP) is in the Mtwara district of Southeast Tanzania and extends…

Whale Sharks & Humpback Whales

Whale Watching

Whale Sharks & Humpback Whales

Snorkeling or Swimming with whale sharks is one of the best experiences Mafia Island has to offer.

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