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Kanga Beach Paradise

Hotel in Mafia Island

Located in Mafia Island, 26 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Kanga Beach Paradise has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

L
Lukas
From
Finland
We loved the hammocks! We would just spend all day in those hammocks under the shadow directly at the beach. We also love the beach, it said to be the most beautiful beach on the whole island, it's swimmable at both high and low tide, and it was completely deserted during our entire stay. We loved as well the bungalows, which are simple and functional, each with its own bathroom. They are very well ventilated and it never gets hot inside. We loved the service and kindness and individual approach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$54
1 night, 2 adults

Mafia Dream Hotel

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 3.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Mafia Dream Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

L
Lem
From
Netherlands
Staff was super friendly, everything was perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews
Price from
$58.50
1 night, 2 adults

Dive Planet Mafia Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.7 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Dive Planet Mafia Island provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

B
Ben
From
United States
Can’t beat the location, food, or staff. Truly a 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Price from
$187
1 night, 2 adults

Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.4 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

Q
Quinn
From
United States
We traveled to Mafia Island specifically to see the whale sharks. We went out the first day with a highly rated local tour company and did not see any whale sharks which was unusual. The next day we decided to go out with Hassan, the manager at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Hassan was determined and we did in fact see whale sharks!! Hassan took such good care of us. I was so happy to see the whale sharks but I was getting tired after a few swims so I was content to stay in the boat and let my family continue swimming. After resting a bit, Hassan jumped in to see if it was a good view for me. He came back to the boat and let me know it was a great view if I was up to swimming again. I jumped back in and had the very best time! I cannot say enough good things about Hassan and everyone at the Lodge. They are all so kind and helpful. I also highly recommend the massages at Maisara Mafia Beach Lodge. Thank you Hassan and everyone at the Lodge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
$108
1 night, 2 adults

Juani beach bungalows

Hotel in Kilindoni

Located in Kilindoni, 4.6 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Juani beach bungalows provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

T
Tabea
From
Germany
We had a marvellous stay in paradise! Thank you Mussa, Arza and Yazer (sorry for misspelling) for a perfect relaxing week and taking care of us with great hospitality. We felt like friends not like guests. Our hut was always clean and had electricity and hot water at any time. It is 10 steps to the beach. Fan and moskito net are provided. Every night a very romatnic atmosphere with bonfire on the beach. Fresh coconuts are served as well as cocktails and soft drinks for very fair prices! The best at last: Take every chance to eat dinner or lunch here, the food is outstanding and very fair prices, you get fresh fish from the daily fish market well prepared. Also, plan the whale shark and other excursions directly with Mussa, he will organize a wonderful experience, also with grilled lunch, Thank you for everything, we will keep this week in a beautiful memory and wish you all the best.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults

Basecamp Mafía Island

Hotel in Utende

Located in Utende, 4.8 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Basecamp Mafía Island has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

E
Eliana
From
Ivory Coast
The location, the calmness, the mood! Everything ♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews
Price from
$218.70
1 night, 2 adults

Kimulimuli Green Heaven

Hotel in Kilindoni

A good location for a hassle-free holiday in Kilindoni, Kimulimuli Green Heaven is a campground surrounded by views of the garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$60
1 night, 2 adults

AfroWhaleSharkSafari & AfroBeachBungalows

Hotel in Kilindoni

AfroWhaleSharkSafari & AfroBeachBungalows offers a hot spring bath and free private parking, and is within 4.6 miles of Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve.

B
Ben
From
Spain
Afro team from tours and beach bungalows are the best team ever met we saw a whale shark in September wo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
$10
1 night, 2 adults

The Rocks MaweniBeach Bungalows

Hotel in Kilindoni

Providing a garden, The Rocks MaweniBeach Bungalows provides accommodations in Kilindoni. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
$18
1 night, 2 adults

Banja Amani Lodge Mafía Island

Hotel in Mafia Island

Located in Mafia Island, 24 miles from Rufiji Mafia Kilwa Marine Reserve, Banja Amani Lodge Mafía Island has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private...

G
Gustaf
From
Finland
Very peaceful, private, nice staff, long empty white sand beaches. Perfect tropical holiday place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
$286.44
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
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From $86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews
Great place with amazing staff. The food was great and we enjoyed the variety. Mafia is beautiful and it is worth a visit to the village.
Guest review by
Erika
Sweden
From $485.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
This is a very special place, the grounds are gorgeous, the staff is lovely, the room is beautiful and the food is excellent...Bravo!
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Elizabeth
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews
Wonderful staff. Lovely property. Great beach. Excellent restaurant. Good value.
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United States

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6.0

Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time.

Going to Mafia Island is like going back in the time. Still underdeveloped with not too many locals handling foreign languages but nice people. A lot of chinese low key staff in the boutiques but sometimes quite pricey. Even the beer is cheaper in Europe ! Kilindoni is the main spot and if you don't find a certain thing here , you won't be able to find it on the other part of the island. Island still lacks promotion ( advertising ) and I was disappointed that I wasn't able to find those T shirts with Mafia logo or saying something about the island. I went there for diving - and it turned out to be the most expensive one I had in whole my life - so resume to whale shark watching.until the government change its mind and stops screwing tourists. ( I hope this will happen in the future ). Regarding the diving: I'm an instructor so can lay down a professional thought: good but not outstanding as they brag ... and not worth the money.
Guest review by
Jaro_diver
Romania
6.0

Some nice different options for various tours in the marine...

Some nice different options for various tours in the marine park. Not really a beach there, and the little sand available is occupied by working fisherman; either side is mangrove. There is a sandbar further out you can visit. Better to stay outside to avoid the marine fees and only pay them when you need to enter it as nicer beaches elsewhere.
Guest review by
LukeSilviaCombo
United Kingdom
10

KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5...

KItu KIblu is very close to KIlidoni and the airport (5 minutes walking, if with a backpack no need for a taxi). Centre is 15 minutes either by the beach or bay the main road; not great choice of restaurants and better going by night, it's safe and people are very friendly. Don't forget to say hello (mambo) to all men (women seem not appropriate, probably due to muslim religion) and shake your arm to children at the front door, they will repay with a great smile!! By the beach experience the fisherman village to south and back to town by the jungle, there are a lot of small villages with friendly people. Otherwise tuktuk is a good mean to move along the island until Chole, to north (nice beaches) better take a taxi. Pay attention at the road to Ras kisimani, beach is wonderful but very tough to get there. When in Utende I strongly recommend Pamela beach for a lunch or dinner; she's great and let you experience local food.
Guest review by
flavio
Italy