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Zanzibar/DaresSalaam: Whale Shark Day Trip with Flight+Lunch
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 6h+
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Feel the thrillof swimming alongside gentle whale sharks intheir natural habitat
- Explore Mafia Island's vibrant coral gardens and tropical marine life
- Enjoy a scenic flight over turquoise waters and colourful reefs
- Savour a freshly prepared seafood lunch on a peaceful beach or sandbank
- Relax on the serene and untouched Mafia Island, far from the busy crowds
Activity location
- Zanzibar City
- Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Upon arrival at Mafia Airport, your tour guide will be waiting to receive you. You can recognize them by a sign displaying their name or the company name: FLITTERWOCHEN TOUR-ABDU
- Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania
Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list
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What's included, what's not
- Return transfer (if option selected)
What's included What's included - Round Flight (if option selected)
What's included What's included - Drinking water
What's included What's included - The inclusions and exclusions, such as flight and VIP privileges, depend on the specific option you select during booking.
What's included What's included - Airport transfers on Mafia Island (if option selected)
What's included What's included - Whale shark boat excursion
What's included What's included - Professional local guide
What's included What's included - Snorkelling equipment
What's included What's included - Life jacket
What's included What's included - Safety briefing
What's included What's included - Fresh local lunch
What's included What's included - Personal expenses
What's excluded What's excluded - Service charge
What's excluded What's excluded - Tips (optional)
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Touching marine life
- Not suitable for: People prone to seasickness
What you can expect
Hello dear guest, we offer tours from Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam, and Mafia Island. Please read the tour title carefully before booking .
If the title says “Tour with Meeting Point,” It means flight and hotel transfers are not included.
OPTION FROM ZANZIBAR :
Your journey begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM, depending on your hotel location. You'll be transferred to the airport for your morning flight to Mafia Island, a scenic journey of approximately 45–50 minutes over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Upon arrival, you'll be welcomed by our professional local team and transferred to the departure point. Before heading out to sea, you'll receive a comprehensive safety briefing, learn about whale shark behaviour and responsible wildlife interaction, and be provided with high-quality snorkelling equipment and life jackets.
Board a traditional local boat and cruise to the whale shark feeding area. Mafia Island is internationally recognised as one of the best places in the world to encounter these magnificent creatures during the season.
Accompanied by experienced guides, you'll have the opportunity to swim and snorkel alongside the whale sharks while respecting strict conservation guidelines. Small group sizes ensure a more personal, safe, and enjoyable experience, with plenty of opportunities for unforgettable photos and videos.
After your marine adventure, return to shore and enjoy a freshly prepared local lunch in a relaxed island setting.
The experience continues with a visit to see Mafia Island's famous Flying Foxes, the island's unique giant fruit bats. If time allows, you'll also explore Kilindoni Town, where you can experience the authentic culture and everyday life of the island.
In the afternoon, you'll be transferred back to Mafia Island Airport for your return flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, completing a seamless and unforgettable day trip.
OPTION FROM DAR ES SALAAM.
Your adventure begins with a direct arrival at Nyerere International Airport, where you should be ready for your 9:30 AM flight to Mafia Island. Upon arrival, our local team will welcome you and transfer you to the departure point.
Enjoy a safety briefing before boarding a traditional boat to search for whale sharks. With experienced guides, you'll have the opportunity to swim and snorkel alongside these magnificent creatures while following responsible wildlife guidelines.
After the adventure, enjoy a freshly prepared local lunch before visiting Mafia Island's famous Flying Foxes. If time allows, explore Kilindoni Town and experience the island's local culture.
In the afternoon, return to Mafia Island Airport for your flight back to Dar es Salaam, completing your unforgettable Mafia Island adventure.
This option from Dar es Salaam
Transfer from your hotel to the airport is not included, but can be arranged upon request for small an extra fee.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Zanzibar City
- Zanzibar City, Mjini Magharibi Region, Tanzania
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Upon arrival at Mafia Airport, your tour guide will be waiting to receive you. You can recognize them by a sign displaying their name or the company name: FLITTERWOCHEN TOUR-ABDU
- Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Juani Beach Bungalows, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Meeting Point: Juani Beach Bungalow Your adventure begins at Juani Beach Bungalows, a peaceful beachfront location on Mafia Island. This is the designated meeting point where guests are picked up before heading out for the whale shark experience. Please be ready on time at the area beach for your transfer and briefing.
- Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Mafia Island Airport, Unnamed Road, 3MQ7+6HV, Kilindoni, Tanzania | Upon arrival at Mafia Airport, your tour guide will be waiting to receive you. You can recognize them by a sign displaying their name or the company name: FLITTERWOCHEN TOUR-ABDU
- Kilindoni, Pwani Region, Tanzania
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Julius K. Nyerere Rd, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Meeting Point: Julius Nyerere International Airport (Terminal 1), Dar es Salaam. Our representative will be waiting at the departure entrance wearing a Flitterwochen Tours Safari T-shirt and holding a copy of your booking voucher for easy identification. Please arrive at least 60 minutes before your flight departure.
- Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania