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1 Tours 1 Hotels & Lodges

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$500PP

Overview

Beautiful Mafia Island is situated in Tanzania, in the Indian Ocean, off the east coast of Africa. Mafia Island provides a serene and idyllic getaway for nature lovers and adventurers alike with its immaculate beaches, clear waters, and vibrant marine life. The Mafia Archipelago, which also consists of a number of smaller islets and sandbars, includes the island. It is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty, with its surrounding coral reefs, coastal forests, and lush mangrove forests. Both on land and underwater, Mafia Island is renowned for its abundant biodiversity. For snorkelers and scuba divers, the marine ecosystem is a particular draw, making it a paradise. 

High Season
June to September and January to February
Best Time to Go
Year-round destination with seasonal variations

Pros & Cons

  • Excellent wildlife viewing opportunities
  • Beautiful and diverse scenery
  • Professional guided safaris
  • Unique ecosystem and biodiversity
  • Can be crowded during peak season
  • Weather dependent activities

Map in Tanzania

Mafia Island map

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Wildlife & Animals

Wildlife Highlights

Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

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Birds

Best Time for Birding

Birding is usually best during the Wet season when migratory species are present.

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Best Time to Visit – Mafia Island

High Season
Varies by park and activity
Low Season
Seasonal rains can affect access in some areas
Best Weather
Typically during dry months; check local patterns
Worst Weather
Peak of Wet season; very hot months vary by region

May to October (Dry Season)

  • Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
  • The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
  • Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
  • Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August

November to April (Wet Season)

  • The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
  • Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
  • There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
  • Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
  • During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
  • It gets very hot in October and November
  • Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season

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