Location
Pole Pole Bungalow Resort is approximately 30 miles off the Tanzanian coast, about 30 minutes by air from Dar es Salaam and 45 minutes from the Selous Game Reserve and Zanzibar Island. Mafia is reachable by light aircraft only. The resort is a 20 minute drive from Kilindoni, the main village and airstrip.
Highlights
- The Mafia Archipelago and the delta of the Rufiji River form one of the most interesting marine ecosystems and coral reefs in the world. The area has a high bio-diversity and is considered an important habitat for endangered species. There are over 400 species of fish. On land the rich vegetation is dominated by large palm groves, baobabs, mangroves and fruit trees. The wildlife is extremely varied; monkeys, small antelopes, wild pigs, bushbabies as well as a small colony of elusive hippos. There are also countless types of birds. The warm, safe waters of the inland bays and lagoons are a paradise for both expert and beginner scuba divers as well as those simply wishing to snorkel.
Facilities
Facilities available at Pole Pole Bungalow Resort include:
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Massage centre
- PADI dive centre
- Library and laundry
Activities
Scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing and visiting local villages. The lodge also organises boat excursions and picnics to isolated islets, sandbanks or islands. There are also dive courses and excursions by 4x4 car across the island through villages to the northern tip of the island and its lighthouse.
Meal Basis
Full Board
Child Policy
Children are welcome at Pole Pole Bungalow Resort
Accommodation
Pole Pole Bungalow Resort offers 7 luxury bungalow suites.