Plongée à Mafia Island — Tanzania
Mafia Island is Tanzania's quiet alternative to Zanzibar, with a marine park that protects thriving reefs and the Indian Ocean's densest concentration of whale sharks between October and March. The island's sleepy fishing villages and lack of mass tourism give it authentic East African charm. A genuine hidden gem.
- Score
- 63.4
- Visibilité
- 10–25m
- Température
- 25–30°C
- Meilleurs mois
- October, November, December
Mafia Island is Tanzania's quiet alternative to Zanzibar, with a marine park that protects thriving reefs and the Indian Ocean's densest concentration of whale sharks between October and March. The island's sleepy fishing villages and lack of mass tourism give it authentic East African charm. A genuine hidden gem.
Tanzania's Whale Shark Paradise
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
72.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Dive Types
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Chole Island 19th-century ruins
- Kua Ruins
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Basic clinic on island; flight to Dar es Salaam (25 min) for hospital and chamber
Top Operators
Mafia Island Diving
PADI
Big Blu Mafia Diving
SSI