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From Zanzibar: Mafia Island Whale Shark Swim by Flight

By Zanturtle Explore Tours and Safaris
Free cancellation available
Price is P 16,978 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore Mafia Island's vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life
  • Enjoy a scenic flight over turquoise waters and colorful reefs
  • Swim with whale sharks in natural habitat
  • Savor a freshly prepared seafood lunch on a peaceful beach or sandbank
  • Relax on the serene and untouched Mafia Island, far from the busy crowds

Activity location

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania
    • Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania

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Mafia Whale Shark Adventure – Day Trip (No Flights Included)
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Meet our team directly at Mafia Island Airport, which will be the official meeting point for this tour. After a warm welcome and short briefing, your whale shark adventure will begin as scheduled. Flights to and from Mafia Island are not included.

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 16,977.54 x 2 AdultsP 33,955.08
Total
Price is P 33,955.08
From Zanzibar: Mafia Island Whale Shark Swim by Flight
  • Activity duration is 1 day1d
    1d
  • English
Price details
P 40,228.15 x 2 AdultsP 80,456.30
Total
Price is P 80,456.30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
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    Return flight from Zanzibar.
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    Mafia return airport transfers.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Whale shark adventure.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkeling in coral gardens
  • What's includedWhat's included
    BBQ lunch, snacks with soft drinks.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional wooden boat ride
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkeling gears.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Conservation fees.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Taxes / VAT.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Littering, Pets
  • Not suitable for: People with heart problems, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Experience an unforgettable marine adventure with our 1-Day Whale Shark Tour to Mafia Island, located south of Dar es Salaam. This tour is perfect for travelers who dream of swimming with whale sharks in their natural habitat.

Your journey starts early in the morning with hotel pick-up in Zanzibar and transfer to the airport for a scenic 45–60 minute flight to Mafia Island. Enjoy beautiful aerial views of the Indian Ocean before landing.

Upon arrival, our professional guide will welcome you and take you to the whale shark base. After a short safety briefing, you will board a traditional boat and head out to search for whale sharks. These giant fish are gentle, peaceful, and harmless, feeding mainly on plankton. The best season to see them is from October to March, especially near Kilindoni.

Swim or snorkel alongside these amazing creatures in a safe and respectful way. The boat trip usually lasts a few hours, depending on sightings.

After the excursion, return to the base for a freshly prepared BBQ lunch and relax in the island atmosphere. Later, enjoy a short visit to Kilindoni Town to experience local life.

In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Zanzibar. On arrival, our driver will take you back to your hotel, ending a smooth and memorable day trip.

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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
    • Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania