Few destinations in Africa can rival Tanzania's diversity of wildlife, cultures and landscapes. From the classic savannah destinations of the Serengeti, Tarangire and Ngorongoro Crater to the beaches and coral reefs of Zanzibar and Mafia.
Tanzania is a sensual delight not to be missed!
Mafia Island is the largest of a small archipelago of islands and atolls and is truly a paradise in the Indian Ocean. It is the southern most of three islands (Pemba & Zanzibar) located off the coast of Tanzania. 25kms from the mainland and 130kms from Dar es Salaam, it is reachable by light aircraft in 35 minutes or 45 minutes from Zanzibar and the Selous Game Reserve.
The resident population of 46,000 are mainly fishermen or smallholder farmers that grow coconut, paw-paw, rice and cassava. The islanders are friendly and welcoming and the atmosphere relaxed and laid-back. The dominant religion is moderate Islam and both Christians and Muslims live in peace and harmony. The air and sea temperatures remain warm all year round with the rainy season between April to June.
Today Mafia is known as a beautiful Indian Ocean tropical resort that is famous for deep sea fishing and scuba diving. Aquatic life is abundant and the coral gardens are pristine due to the protection of the Mafia Island Marine Park. The park is located between the Rufiji River delta to the west and the open Indian Ocean to the east.
The dual influences of the river and the sea have combined to create a rich and exceptional biodiversity with unique landscapes under the sea and on dry land. It is a unique and perfect destination as part of a safari package or simply a place to unwind and get away from the daily, modern and busy world. A week exploring the vibrant reefs of Chole Bay in the heart of a marine park. The diving highlight is undoubtedly the annual whale shark aggregation (OctMar) where small males can be seen feeding in the channel
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Day 0 |
Mount Meru Hotel | Arusha |
1 night |
B&B |
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Day 1 |
Tarangire Safari Lodge | Tarangire National Park |
1 night |
FB+ |
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Day 2 |
Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge | Ngorongoro Crater |
1 night |
FB+ |
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Day 3 |
Ngorongoro Farm House | Karatu |
2 nights |
FB+ |
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Day 5 |
Serengeti Sopa Lodge | Central Serengeti |
2 nights |
FB+ |
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Day 7 |
Mafia Island Lodge | Utende |
6 nights |
FB |
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B&B: Bed and Breakfast |
FB+: Full Board Plus - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch and Activities |
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FB: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch |
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14 Days / 13 Nights
Special Interests: DIVING, SNORKELLING, SAILING, BEACH BAR
POA
Includes:
TANZANIA
- Meet & Greet
- Accommodation
- Meals as indicated
- Game viewing as indicated with an English-speaking driver guide
- Transport in a private land cruiser with pop up roof – Tanzania
- Park Entrance fees, taxes and service charges
- Gorge fee and 02- crater visits- Tanzania
- Mineral water – 01litre per person per day
- AMREF- rescue & evacuation cover
MAFIA ISLAND
- Return airport transfers,
- 6 nights accommodation on full board basis (breakfast lunch and dinner) superior room,
- 8 dives including cylinder and weightbelt hire,
- High season supplement fees,
- Special Xmas dinner supplement including a glass of wine
Excludes:
TANZANIA
- Visas and all flights
- Balloon safari
- Bush lunch/breakfast
- All extra meals/accommodation
- Item of personal Nature
- Gratuities
MAFIA ISLAND
• Marine Park Fees (US$ 20.00 + 18% VAT per person per day,) to be paid with credit card at Park Gate before reaching the Lodge; please note that Mafia Island Lodge cannot pay or advance cash for the Marine Park Fees in any circumstance.
• Tourism Development Levy: 1.50$ per person per night.
• Internal Dar/Mafia/Dar flight at the price of approx 240$ + fuel surcharges and taxes, per person
• Reef supplements - Mange Reef $40, Bwejuu $60
