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What to do in Mafia Island

Sitting within a marine park, Mafia Island is blessed with healthy coral reefs and stunning biodiversity, which you’ll get to see up-close whilst snorkelling or scuba diving (it’s some of the finest in the world). Whale sharks are a definite highlight! Going for walks along the coast or into the island’s mangroves will also reveal a bevy of birdlife.

Snorkel with whale sharks in Mafia Island

Encounter docile whale sharks with nothing but a snorkel and flippers
Visit Mafia Island between October and March to swim with whale sharks, the world’s largest known fish species, as they slowly migrate north. Take a boat out from the island to the deeper water and then jump in with snorkel and fins and float beside these gentle giants as they open their mouths and feed on plankton, completely relaxed by your presence. The water is clear and warm in this part of the Indian Ocean, and you can spend hours enjoying the company of these great animals. Head back to the island and end your day with cocktails and a tropical sunset, a life-changing experience that will stay with you forever.
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