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Mafia’s Whalesharks

7 August 2022by SaltyPhotos

There aren't many destinations in Africa that can rival Tanzania’s diversity of wildlife and landscapes. From the classic Savannah destinations of the Serengeti, Ruaha and Nyerere, to the coral reefs of Pemba and Mafia Island. a Tanzanian safari delivers one exhilarating experience after another. This Tour can been precisely planned around the perfect time to swim with the Whale sharks as they visit the Mafia Archipelago in search of food. Curated to offer the best times to experience the underwater fauna, we give you the best chance to return home, with not only unforgettable experiences, but some incredible imagery too. The waters surrounding Mafia Island offer an extraordinary variety of marine diversity, with over 400 species of fish, 5 species of marine turtle and 48 species of coral. The crystal clear waters offer the perfect place to experience some unforgettable diving in Tanzania.

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From Mafia to Nyerere

21 May 2022by SaltyPhotos

Few countries in Africa offer the diversity of wildlife, both on land and underwater, that Tanzania does. Photographic opportunities abound, with incredible reefs presenting exciting wide angle & macro opportunities, in a setting that naturally lends itself to truly inspiring diving. As if that isn't enough, November and December bring the added excitement of swimming with Whale sharks - an absolute once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Then, follow up your dive experience with a thrilling bush adventure to Nyerere National Park. Here, you'll encounter Africa's great predators, large packs of wild dogs, and vast, untamed landscapes that seem to go on forever.

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From Mafia to Ruaha

1 September 2018by SaltyPhotos

There aren't many destinations in Africa that can rival Tanzania’s diversity of wildlife and landscapes. From the classic Savannah destinations of the Serengeti, Ruaha and Nyerere, to the coral reefs of Pemba and Mafia Island. a Tanzanian safari delivers one exhilarating experience after another. This Tour can been precisely planned around the perfect time to swim with the Whale sharks as they visit the Mafia Archipelago in search of food. Curated to offer the best times to experience the underwater fauna, we give you the best chance to return home, with not only unforgettable experiences, but some incredible imagery too. The waters surrounding Mafia Island offer an extraordinary variety of marine diversity, with over 400 species of fish, 5 species of marine turtle and 48 species of coral. The crystal clear waters offer the perfect place to experience some unforgettable diving in Tanzania. From there we are whisked off deep into the African bushveld, where few people venture. The 21000 sq km Ruaha National Park is home to the largest populations of Elephant in Tanzania, with vast herds of buffalo, and many a predator following in their tracks. We settle in one of Ruaha’s most elegant lodges which boasts spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. This provides the opportunity to capture the lush landscape as the bush teems with new life after the first rains of the season.