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Mafia Island

Tanzania
sea
5 Dive Sites
0 Dive Centers
Discover Mafia Island Marine Park, a Tanzanian treasure boasting some of the most pristine coral gardens and vibrant marine life in East Africa. Dive into crystal-clear waters teeming with fish and witness the vital nesting grounds of green turtles in this protected underwater sanctuary.
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Peak Season January, February, July, August, September, October
Jan Good visibility, ideal for exploring the marine park.
Feb Continued good visibility, potential for whale shark sightings.
Mar Transition to rainy season, visibility may decrease.
Apr Main rainy season, reduced visibility, potential for rougher seas.
More monthly highlights
May End of the main rainy season, conditions improving.
Jun Post-rainy season, visibility improving, calmer seas.
Jul Excellent visibility, good for reef diving and macro life.
Aug Continued excellent visibility, possibility of seeing humpback whales offshore.
Sep Manta ray season begins, good chance of sightings.
Oct Peak manta ray season, excellent visibility.
Nov End of manta ray season, transition to short rains, visibility may decrease.
Dec Short rains continue, visibility can be variable.
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Kinasi Wall

Kinasi Wall, off Mafia Island, presents a captivating vertical reef that descends to approximately 2...

28m
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Chole Bay

Chole Bay, a protected marine park within Mafia Island, beckons divers with its vibrant coral garden...

30m
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Jibondo Wall

Plunge into the depths of Jibondo Wall, an exhilarating drop-off that plunges to 40 meters, adorned...

40m
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Juani Lagoon

Discover the delicate wonders of Juani Lagoon, a serene shallow dive site reaching a maximum of 12 m...

12m
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Milimani Reef

Milimani Reef offers a vibrant underwater spectacle, boasting healthy coral formations teeming with...

20m 2 species
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Mafia Island Diving

Mafia Island Diving

Nestled on the pristine sands of Utende beach, with sweeping views across the tranquil Chole Bay – t...

11.4km away
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Nungwi Dive Centre

Nungwi Dive Centre

11.6km away
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Blue World Diving

Blue World Diving

As a distinguished 5-star PADI Pro Dive Centre, this operation is strategically positioned within th...

12.0km away
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