Mafia Archipelago

Mafia Island

Whale sharks, Chole Bay reefs and traditional fishing villages off Tanzania's south coast.

Reefs without the crowds

Mafia & the southern islands

Slow-paced island life, world-class diving and boat-building villages – Mafia is Tanzania's quiet marine secret.

  • Whale shark encounters (Oct – Apr)
  • Juani turtle hatching (Jun – Sep)
  • Chole Bay, Kua ruins & the Hidden Lagoon
  • Marimbani & Mange sandbank picnics
10 Destinations
Pwani Region
Oct–Feb Best Season

Mafia Archipelago

All Destinations

Browse every stop on the mafia island – each with its own gallery, highlights and travel details.

Mafia Island

Mafia Island Marine Park

Mafia Island

The marine park at Mafia Island extends over 822 km², with more than 75%…

Mafia Island Marine Park

Scuba Diving in Mafia Island

Mafia Island Marine Park

Much of Mafia Island is a protected Marine Park and among the world’s fa…

Chole Bay & Fisherman Island

Fisherman Island, Mafia

Chole Bay & Fisherman Island

Fisherman Island is a beautiful small islet hidden on the North Eastern …

Chole Island

Chole Island Tour

Chole Island

Chole Island, once at a crossroads of a major trade route is now conside…

Kua Ruins & Hidden Lagoon

Visit to Hidden Lagoon, Mafia Island

Kua Ruins & Hidden Lagoon

Also Known as Kua Lagoon or Blue Lagoon hiding in a marine park, a beaut…

Juani Island Turtle Hatching

Turtle Hatchling, Mafia Island

Juani Island Turtle Hatching

Between June and September hundreds of baby turtles make their instincti…

Whale Sharks & Humpback Whales

Humpback Whale Watching

Whale Sharks & Humpback Whales

Humpback whales are one of the largest rorqual species; adults can grow …

Marimbani & Mange Sandbanks

Mange Sandbank, Mafia Island

Marimbani & Mange Sandbanks

Mange sandbank is located in south of Chole Bay. It is the most pristine…

Jibondo & Bwejuu Islands

Bwejuu Island, Mafia

Jibondo & Bwejuu Islands

Bwejuu Island is considered the most beautiful island in the archipelago…

Deep-Sea Fishing & Sunset Dhow Cruise

Mafia Island Sunset Cruise

Deep-Sea Fishing & Sunset Dhow Cruise

A sunset cruise is a beautiful option for couples, families and friends …