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Zanzibar: Swim with Whale Sharks in Mafia Island & Flight

By Flitterwochen Tours & Safaris
Free cancellation available
Price is P 12,805 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Swim safely with the gentle whale sharks in their natural habitat
  • Guided by professional, experienced instructors
  • Includes snorkeling gear and life jackets
  • Memorable photo opportunities and close encounters
  • Ideal for beginners, families, and wildlife enthusiasts

Activity location

    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Upon arrival at Mafia Airport, your tour guide will be waiting to receive you. You can recognize them by a sign displaying their name or the company name: FLITTERWOCHEN TOUR-ABDU
    • Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania

Check availability

Tour with Meeting point with shared boat + Lunch –No Flight

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English

Guests will meet our team directly at the Mafia Airport which will serve as the meeting point before the tour begins. From there, the adventure will proceed as scheduled.

Price details
P 12,805.10 x 1 AdultP 12,805.10
Total
Price is P 12,805.10

Shared Tour with Hotel Transfer &Flight + Local lunch

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English

Enjoy shared tour including private transfer, shared flight and boat .
Making small groups of maximum 6 people per boat and guide to guarantee your safe and great tour
Snorkel with whale sharks, enjoy fresh sea food water and drinks.

Starting time: 4:00
Price details
P 59,100.48 x 1 AdultP 59,100.48
Total
Price is P 59,100.48

From Zanzibar: Private Tour with Transfer & Flight + Lunch

  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English

This tour is completely private. Guests will have a private boat with no other participants and a private transfer. The entire experience is exclusively for your group, ensuring comfort, flexibility, and personalized attention.

Price details
P 73,875.60 x 1 AdultP 73,875.60
Total
Price is P 73,875.60

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip hotel transfers in Zanzibar
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return flights Zanzibar ⇄ Mafia Island
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Whale Shark Adventure with a professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkeling gear
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to the Flying Foxes colony
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Optional Kilindoni City Tour (if time permits)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local lunch, snacks & drinks
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Conservation fees & all taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal items (insurance, visa, etc.)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra activities not listed in the itinerary
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips (optional)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
  • Not suitable for: People over 95 years

What you can expect

Escape Zanzibar for an unforgettable day and discover one of Tanzania’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences. Fly to Mafia Island and swim alongside the gentle whale sharks the largest fish in the world in their natural habitat. With round-trip flights, hotel transfers, lunch, and expert local guides included, this all-inclusive adventure lets you relax while we take care of every detail.

Your journey begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending on your hotel location. You'll be transferred to the airport for your morning flight to Mafia Island, a scenic journey of approximately 45–50 minutes over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.

Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed by our professional local team and transferred to the departure point. Before heading out to sea, you'll receive a comprehensive safety briefing, learn about whale shark behavior and responsible wildlife interaction, and be provided with high-quality snorkeling equipment and life jackets.

Board a traditional local boat and cruise to the whale shark feeding area. Mafia Island is internationally recognized as one of the best places in the world to encounter these magnificent creatures during the season.

Accompanied by experienced guides, you'll have the opportunity to swim and snorkel alongside the whale sharks while respecting strict conservation guidelines. Small group sizes ensure a more personal, safe, and enjoyable experience, with plenty of opportunities for unforgettable photos and videos.
After your marine adventure, return to shore and enjoy a freshly prepared local lunch in a relaxed island setting.

The experience continues with a visit to see Mafia Island's famous Flying Foxes, the island's unique giant fruit bats. If time allows, you'll also explore Kilindoni Town, where you can experience the authentic culture and everyday life of the island.

Please Note: Whale sharks are wild animals living freely in their natural environment. While Mafia Island offers one of the highest chances of sightings during the season, encounters cannot be guaranteed. Every tour is conducted with the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and respect for marine wildlife, ensuring a responsible and memorable experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Zanzibar City
    • Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Upon arrival at Mafia Airport, your tour guide will be waiting to receive you. You can recognize them by a sign displaying their name or the company name: FLITTERWOCHEN TOUR-ABDU
    • Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania