Zanzibar: Mafia Island Whale Shark Day Trip by Flight &Lunch

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By Flitterwochen Tours & Safaris

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
6h+
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Feel the thrillof swimming alongside gentle whale sharks intheir natural habitat
Explore Mafia Island's vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life
Enjoy a scenic flight over turquoise waters and colourful reefs
Savour 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 | 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

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

Return transfer (available only if you select the option with hotel transfer)
Round Flight (available only if you select the option with Flight)
The inclusions and exclusions, such as flight and VIP privileges, depend on the specific option you select during booking.
Whale shark boat excursion
Professional local guide
Snorkelling equipment
Life jacket
Safety briefing
Fresh local lunch
Drinking water
Personal expenses
Service charge
Tips (optional)

Know before you book

- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Touching marine life
- Not suitable for: People prone to seasickness
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
- This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Experience one of Tanzania’s most unforgettable marine adventures with a day trip to Mafia Island, famous for seasonal encounters with wild whale sharks. Swim and snorkel alongside these magnificent creatures in their natural environment, enjoy a fresh local lunch, and discover more of Mafia Island before returning to Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam.

OPTION FROM ZANZIBAR :
Your Adventure Start with an early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending on your location. Travel to the airport for a scenic 45–50-minute flight to Mafia Island.

Upon arrival, meet our local team and receive a safety briefing before heading to sea. Snorkelling equipment and life jackets are provided. Board a traditional boat and search for wild whale sharks. During the appropriate season, you’ll have the chance to swim and snorkel near them while following responsible wildlife guidelines.

After the marine adventure, return to shore for a freshly prepared local lunch. Visit Mafia’s famous Flying Foxes and, time permitting, explore Kilindoni town.
In the afternoon, fly back to Zanzibar, where your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.

OPTION FROM DAR ES SALAAM.
Make your way to Nyerere International Airport for your scheduled morning flight to Mafia Island. Hotel-to-airport transfer is not included but can be arranged for a small fee.

Upon arrival, our local team will welcome you and take you to the boat departure point. After a safety briefing, sail out in search of wild whale sharks and enjoy swimming and snorkelling alongside them with experienced local guides.

After the adventure, enjoy a fresh local lunch, visit the famous Flying Foxes, and, if time allows, explore Kilindoni town.
In the afternoon, return to Mafia Island Airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL OPTION:
If flights are unavailable on your selected date, you may choose to:
Option:01
Reschedule your day trip to the next available date at no additional cost.
Option: 02
Receive a full refund if the new date is not suitable.
Option:03
Upgrade to our 2-Day, 1-Night Mafia Island Whale Shark Experience at no additional tour cost (subject to accommodation availability).

Location

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
- Juani Beach Bungalows, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Meeting Point: Juani Beach Bungalow Your adventure begins at Juani Beach Bungalows, a peaceful beachfront location on Mafia Island. This is the designated meeting point where guests are picked up before heading out for the whale shark experience. Please be ready on time at the area beach for your transfer and briefing.
- Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania
- 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
- Julius K. Nyerere Rd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Meeting Point: Julius Nyerere International Airport (Terminal 1), Dar es Salaam. Our representative will be waiting at the departure entrance wearing a Flitterwochen Tours Safari T-shirt and holding a copy of your booking voucher for easy identification. Please arrive at least 60 minutes before your flight departure.
- Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania