Whale Shark Expedition - 23 Oct 2023

Kilindoni, Tanzania

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Oct 23 - Nov 1, 2023
Group size: 1 - 10
Whale Shark Expedition - 23 Oct 2023
Kilindoni, Tanzania

Inspired
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51 reviews

Oct 23 - Nov 1, 2023
Group size: 1 - 10

About this trip

Spend 10 days on the beautiful, sunny, and off-the-beaten-track island of Mafia, just off the coast of Tanzania. This slice of paradise is still relatively undeveloped and provides a great base to explore rural island life. Our main purpose on this expedition will be to collect data on Whale Sharks – gentle giants that grow up to 20 meters in length! – to contribute to monitoring and conservation efforts. To do this, you’ll be swimming in the water right by them – although you can also collect data from the boat if you don’t want to snorkel.


It’s hard to put into words how special this expedition is! The combination of the location, the activities, and spending time with these giants of the ocean creates a unique experience that you’ll cherish forever.

What’s not included

  • Flights
    International flights (you will need to fly into Dar es Salaam)
  • Internal flights
    Internal flight to Mafia Island (estimate $240 return)
  • Drinks
    Soft or alcoholic drinks
  • Travel Insurance
  • Activities
    Additional activities not included in the itinerary
  • Tips
    Tips for the local staff (you may like to tip the ‘whale shark’ boat and hotel team, suggest amount is $80-100 for each)
  • Gifts
    Optional gifts for the local school (if you’d like to bring clothes, shoes or books for the local children we can arrange for these to be given to the school)

Available Packages

Private En-Suite Double Room
£1,890
Deposit:£500
Shared En-Suite Twin Room
£1,700
Deposit:£500


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