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Based in Mafia Island
Mafia Island lodge group operating three properties — Butiama Beach Lodge, Butiama Marine Camp, and Butiama Bustani Hotel — plus the Big Blu Dive Centre. Founded and run by Maura (Italian, arrived Mafia 1999) and Moez (born on Mafia Island); Butiama Beach Lodge opened 2010 after a South African client became a business partner in 2004. Distinctive positioning: the only business on Mafia with properties both INSIDE and OUTSIDE Mafia Island Marine Park, giving guests reef-front and mangrove-adjacent options within one booking. Swim-with-whale-sharks programmes (October-February seasonal), PADI dive courses, dhow snorkelling trips, sea kayaks, spa, ocean-view pool, and one of the island's better restaurants. Guest amenities include complimentary tea/coffee/water and laundry service. 20+ years combined hospitality experience. Contact: WhatsApp +255745008870 / +255784575720, info@butiamamafiaisland.com.
Butiama Mafia Island runs trips across 1 destination in Tanzania, covering the Mafia Archipelago. Each park has its own character — from open savannas and forested escarpments to coastal reefs — and Butiama Mafia Island tailors itineraries around what you most want to see.
This operator specialises in diving & snorkeling, whale shark tours, beach & island, and boat safari. Trips can be combined into a single multi-stop itinerary or booked as standalone experiences.
Founded in 2010, Butiama Mafia Island is based in Mafia Island, working in English, Swahili, and Italian.
4 travellers have reviewed Butiama Mafia Island on Safarani, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5. Reviews are scraped from public sources and verified bookings — read them in full below.
Pricing sits in the luxury tier — private guides, premium camps, and tailored itineraries. Most enquiries are answered within 6 hours via WhatsApp.
Send a WhatsApp message using the button in the sidebar — share your dates, group size, and what you want to see, and Butiama Mafia Island will reply with a tailored quote. There is no booking fee from Safarani; you deal directly with the operator.
Butiama Mafia Island runs trips to Mafia Island. You can combine multiple destinations into one itinerary or book a single-destination trip.
Butiama Mafia Island specialises in diving & snorkeling, whale shark tours, beach & island, and boat safari. Custom itineraries combining multiple activities are also possible — message them on WhatsApp to discuss.
Tap the WhatsApp button on this page to message Butiama Mafia Island directly. Share your travel dates, group size, budget, and which destinations interest you. They will reply with a tailored itinerary and quote. Safarani does not take a booking fee — you arrange the trip and payment directly with the operator.
Butiama Mafia Island sits in the luxury tier — private guides, premium tented camps, and bespoke itineraries are the norm. Final pricing depends on season, group size, and chosen accommodation; request a quote on WhatsApp for accurate numbers.
Butiama Mafia Island is based in Mafia Island, Tanzania and has been operating since 2010. Most trips start with a pickup from your hotel or airport — confirm transfer details when you book.
Guides at Butiama Mafia Island work in English, Swahili, and Italian. Confirm language preferences when you message them so they can assign the right guide for your trip.
Butiama Mafia Island typically replies within 6 hours via WhatsApp. For the fastest response, send your trip dates and a short description of what you want to do in your first message.
Before you book with Butiama
Reviews are collected from public platforms — the source is named on each review.
Butiama Beach Lodge exceeded every expectation. The island feels untouched and the staff made us feel completely at home. The Big Blu dive team were excellent — we spotted a hawksbill turtle on our very first dive.
The accommodation is in individual bungalows that are bright and breezy, decorated in Zanzibar style, with a specially thought-out outdoor space to enjoy the view of the ocean and gardens full of butterflies and birds. The dinners were outstanding and exceeded expectations for this remote destination.
The staff at Butiama are on par with six-star resorts. The owners and staff are friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The snorkeling at their sister dive resort was some of the best we have done in the world.
Diving and staying at the Butiama marine camp was great! Mafia Island and Butiama Beach are simply stunning — a perfect balance of luxury and a laid-back coastal vibe. The cuisine was excellent with Italian influence.
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