Mafia Island

Mafia Island is an island off the coast of Tanzania, East Africa, in the Indian Ocean. Every year, divers and snorkelers from all over the world flock to Mafia Island to explore the undersea environment protected by the Mafia Island Marine Park. The best months for diving are October to March, however May to October has the best weather on Mafia Island. The months of March and April saw a lot of rain.

Coral gardens, a diverse range of species, and a laid-back diving atmosphere may all be found at Mafia Island Marine Park. The area is home to numerous birds and over 400 different fish species. Green turtles, which are regrettably endangered, have a historic breeding place on Mafia Island. Deep-sea fishing, particularly for tuna, marlin, sailfish, and other big-game fish, is popular in Mafia. Mafia became a more prominent colony throughout the 12th to 14th centuries, when it held a key location in the East African commercial routes, when it first saw settlers in the 8th or 9th century.

Location: Mafia Island,Tanzania