Mafia Island, Tanzania
What to see at Mafia Island and how to fit it into a Tanzania trip.
Quick answer
Pristine coral reefs and whale shark encounters off Tanzania's least-visited island.
Best season for Tanzania: June–October (wildlife); December–March (Zanzibar). Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Mafia Island
Pristine coral reefs and whale shark encounters off Tanzania's least-visited island.
Mafia Island is one of 14 places we cover in Tanzania, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Tanzania plan. A 5-day Tanzania trip from Mumbai costs about ₹84,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Tanzania
- Serengeti
- Kilimanjaro Trek
- Zanzibar Island
- Serengeti National Park
- Mount Kilimanjaro
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Zanzibar
- Great Migration (Serengeti)
Questions about Mafia Island
What is Mafia Island?
Pristine coral reefs and whale shark encounters off Tanzania's least-visited island.
When is the best time to visit Mafia Island?
Tanzania's best season is June–October (wildlife); December–March (Zanzibar), which is the best window for Mafia Island too.
How many days do I need in Tanzania to include Mafia Island?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Tanzania. Mafia Island fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Mafia Island in a Tanzania package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Mafia Island to a Tanzania plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.