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DESCRIPTION
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LOCATION
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WHEN TO GO
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ACTIVITIES
- Tanzania’s first Marine Park, gazetted in 1995
- Pristine, unspoilt and overall un-crowded beaches for diving, snorkeling, kayaking, deep-sea fishing etc.
- Deeper channels around the island are renowned for world class deep sea fishing.
- Unspoilt coral reefs gives makes it one of the best dive sites in the world.
- Un-crowded beaches remain a popular breeding grounds for giant and green turtles.
- Very clear waters giving very good under water visibility for diving and snorkeling activities.
- Historical architecture-mosques, buildings dating back to the eighth century.
- Historically was a hub for ancient trade between the Far East and East Africa.
- Over 120 different species of birds.
- Covers and area of about 825 sq. kms. The Island is about 48km long and 17km wide.
- Located 120kms South of Dar es Salaam in the Indian Ocean.
- The climate is Coastal with temperatures ranging from 20C to 34C.
- 2 Main rainy seasons; short rains in November-December and longer rains from March-May
- Best time is from June to October as these are the coolest month
- World class scuba diving and snorkeling
- Deep sea fishing, kayaking, kite surfing, wind surfing.
- Boat excursions and picnics on sand bars, kayak to mangrove forests and visit lagoons.
- Sail with local fisherman in their traditional dhows and experience traditional “Swahili” cuisine and lifestyle.
- See traditional boat(dhows) building activities.
- Tour the island on bicycles.
- Birding and guided walks through traditional villages.
- Visit historical ruins dating back to 15th and 8th century.
