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Whale sharks at Mafia

Water · Mafia Island

swim with giantsWhale sharks at Mafia

Snorkel beside the largest fish in the sea.

  • Half daytakes
  • Oct to Marbest
  • $120from, per person
  • Max 8 per boatgroup
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How it goes

  1. 07:00Boat from KilindoniSpotters on the bow.
  2. 08:00Finding themWhale sharks feed near the surface off the west coast.
  3. The swimIn the waterSlip in quietly, keep three metres, watch a bus-sized fish glide past.
  4. 11:00Back to shoreLunch and a very good story.
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Why we rate it

  • The largest fish in the sea, reliably.
  • Snorkel only, no diving needed.
  • A marine park protecting them.
Effort
Minimum age8+
Where it worksPemba & Mafia
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What to bring

  • Mask and snorkel
  • Rash vest
  • Reef-safe sunscreen
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Questions

Guaranteed?

Very likely in season, not guaranteed. Sightings run above 90 percent Oct to Mar.

Touching?

Never. Three metres, no flash.

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