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
  • Email address verified
64 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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Reviews

Trip of a lifetime! What an incredible life experience. Anna delivered time and again, just when you thought she couldn't outdo herself...she did it once again! No detail left to chance. It's hard to describe just what an amazing adventure this was. The opportunity to witness these beautiful animals in their natural habitat was truly awe inspiring and humbling. Our accommodations were second to none, attending to life's creature comforts while still allowing us to be in commune with nature. To sit with coffee (or wine, depending on the hour of the day!) and bear witness to the parade of wildlife at the watering hole located merely yards away was one of my most fond memories (Hildana Lodge). I could have watched quietly for hours. And to see first hand the work and dedication of Sheldrick Wildlife Trust was nothing short of inspirational. Time spent at the Nairobi Nursery with our "adopted" baby elephants will be carried in my heart for a lifetime. As if that was not enough, the next leg of our adventure took us to the coast, which brought full moon paddle boarding with yoga, mangrove exploration and an epic tidal "float" that carried us along effortlessly with the outgoing ocean tide. Each excursion was thoughtfully curated to deliver a life experience that will never be forgotten. This is what travel should be. Ever grateful to Anna and her team.
By Andrea H for Ladies Safari Beach Yoga in Kenya (US) on Jan 05, 2025
Alhamdulilah sending duas for Amira for leading and creating this community for muslimahs. Our trip to Morocco was both fun and spiritually fulfilling. Amira sets the tone to ensure a healthy group setting and vibe. A wholesome and healing experience. Can’t wait for the next trip iA
By Rubina H for The Wanderlust Women - Morocco Surf Adventure 2024 on Dec 25, 2024
Simply magical! One of the best holidays ever. Meeting the elephants at Sheldrick was really special. The beautiful lodges with stunning views of the wildlife were just amazing. The Tree House was an experience I'll never forget. The whole trip was so very well organised with a few surprise thrown in here and there. Anna was always on hand solving any questions or requests. I'd happily do this trip all over again, every year!
By Helen K for Ladies Safari Beach Yoga in Kenya (GBP) on Nov 26, 2024
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I don't even know how to begin to convey in words how incredible this trip was. A group of unknown women thrown together in a situation so far from every day life you cant really imagine, I had quite literally the time of my life. Learning about the charity's work with the elephants and how nature sustains life between the animals and plants that call the desert their home and so much more on a personal level. Catherine has created a very special trip and all of the team made it something to remember. I highly recommend to any woman who needs a bit of adventure in her life.
By Penelope G for Desert Elephants of Namibia on Nov 12, 2024
I had to great time at the Peak district hiking weekend. Met some amazing ladies and enjoyed the beautiful scenery whilst hiking. Anna and Angharad were great organisers and made sure we were all very well looked after. Looking forward to my next adventure with WHA!
By Reka F for Ladies Peak District Hiking Weekend on Nov 07, 2024
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