Basecamp Mafia Island – Luxury Eco-Resort on Mafia Island, Tanzania

About Basecamp Mafia Island

Basecamp Mafia Island is an eco-resort on Chole Bay’s south coast, part of the Basecamp Eco-resorts group an established operator in the sustainable tourism space across East Africa. The resort stands amidst tall coconut palms on a sandy beach, offering direct access to Mafia Island’s world-class diving, snorkelling, and whale shark encounters in the island’s protected marine park, which encompasses some of the richest coral reef systems and marine diversity in the entire western Indian Ocean.

The property is designed as an eco-conscious retreat that balances comfort with minimal environmental impact. Guest accommodation is in comfortable bungalows and rooms along the beachfront, equipped with ceiling fans, en-suite facilities, and private outdoor sitting areas. The main lodge area houses a restaurant, bar, and communal spaces. Activities focus entirely on the ocean and island: scuba diving and snorkelling in the marine park, whale shark swimming (seasonal), dhow boat excursions, village walks, and birdwatching in Mafia’s diverse habitats are all available from the lodge. Basecamp’s affiliation with the global eco-resort brand brings structured environmental practices and community partnerships to a property that benefits from Mafia’s extraordinary natural remoteness.

• Beachfront bungalows and rooms; ceiling fans; en-suite; private outdoor sitting; Chole Bay
• Pool; restaurant; bar; WiFi; laundry; diving; snorkelling; whale shark trips; dhow excursions
• Basecamp Eco-resorts group; Mafia Island Marine Park; full-board available; 30-min from airport