Luxury & Remote Mozambique & Tanzania

Day 1. Depart London for Dar es Salaam.

Days 2 to 5. Mafia Island [FB]

Transfer by light aircraft to Chole Bay, and Pole Pole Lodge. Within East Africa's largest protected area, Mafia Island Marine Park, Chole Bay's clear waters offer wonderful snorkelling, sailing and swimming. Outside the bay are some of the richest reefs in the world, with unparalleled variety of hard and soft corals and diverse tropical fish.

Pole Pole is a luxury bungalow resort with tropical gardens and spectacular coastal views. Ten elegant and spacious, en-suite bungalows are raised on stilts, with a private verandah overlooking a stretch of sandy beach. Gourmet meals are served in the dining/bar lounge and combine traditional cuisine with a touch of Italian class. Pole Pole offers daily excursions, including trips in traditional sailing dhows. Diving takes place from the sister property Mafia Island Lodge, a short ride away.

Day 6. Tanzania to Mozambique [B]

By light aircraft to Dar es Salaam, then a short flight to Pemba in Mozambique. Overnight Pemba Beach Resort.

Days 7 to 14. Quilalea Island Marine Sanctuary [FB]

By helicopter to Quilalea Lodge. One of the most biodiverse marine areas in the world, and only a boat ride to the historical island of Ibo.

Days 15 & 16. Homeward [B (Day 15 only)]

A short flight to Dar es Salaam for your overnight flight home. Or combine Mafia Island with an African safari experience for the ultimate Africa Dream Holiday!