See A Sea Turtle Hatchling in Mafia Island
Juani Island, Mafia Island, Coast of Pwani Region, Tanzania
Offered in: English, Italian, German and 5 More
Tour Duration
4 hours (Approximately)Minimum Group Size
4 PersonMaximum Group Size
50 PeopleTour Type
AdventureGuides/Drivers
In-personMinimum Age
Children with 2 years & aboveMeeting & Pickup
Pick-up/Drop-off at any placeCut-off Time
24 hours before start timeCancellation Policy
May cancel up to 24 hoursImportant Information
Children Need to be Accompanied By at Least One Adult
All water based excursions are extremely tide and weather dependent
We don’t offer a pick up or drop off service by car but we’re accessible within a 15 minute walk from most hotels
Our advice:
- You can combine with Discovering The Secrets Of Chole Island or Escape To Kua Ruins as full day excursion
- Wear decent (conservative/appropriate) clothes when walking around Island
- Bring Water resistant bag for cameras and other valuables
- Comfortable closed walking or hiking shoes
- Suitable for all ages and fitness level
Description
Sea turtles have been nesting on Tanzanian beaches for over 150 million years. Between June and September hundreds of baby turtles make their instinctive scramble from the white sandy beaches to the warm Indian Ocean waters. Here in Mafia we are fortunate enough to be able to witness this natural spectacle from the Eastern beach of Juani, an island bursting with nature from the tiniest of butterflies to giant cascading trees. This experience is made possible for us by an NGO called . Set up in 2001, they have been working in partnership with the local communities to promote the importance and protection of marine turtles and their habitats through various projects. The adventure starts with a lovely dhow trip across Chole Bay, landing on the shielded Western side of Juani Island. On arrival, a 45 minute walk across the island reveals the islands true beauty in the form of towering trees and acres and acres of green foliage up until the very last minute.
The little hatchlings emerge from their sandy burrow, scrambling out of their nest, flapping their fins vivaciously, racing to reach the surf and start the next step of their incredible journey. It is a truly heart wrenching experince to watch these ancient reptiles fight for survival in their first moments among the living. After experiencing one of nature’s most harrowing hurdles, we make our way back to our dhow, settle back with a cup of tea and daydream of what these little turtles will be up against next.
What's Included
- Service of Informative, friendly and Experienced Professional Tour guide
- Meet & Greet Services from your hotel to ensure that your trip is comfort
- Mineral Water, tea, coffee and small snacks during the tour
- VAT (18% charged by the Government)
- Waiting Charge & Other Service Fees
What's Excluded
- Medical Insurance if needed
- Gratuities for Tour Guide or Driver
- Marine Park fees & Contribution to Local Community payable locally
- International & Domestic Flights
- Expenses of a personal Nature
- Airport/Departure Tax
- Visa Fee
COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
