Mafia Island

Mafia Island ("Chole Shamba") is part of the Tanzanian Spice Islands, which consists also of Zanzibar and Pemba. Mafia is part of the Coast Province and is governed from the mainland (not Zanzibar). Mafia has never been part of Zanzibar.

Related Topics:
Tanzania - Spice Islands - Zanzibar - Pemba

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People of Mafia Island are mainly fishermen; they combine their fishing activities with small scale cultivation of foods.

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The island is a good retreat for adventure divers, game fishermen and those seeking simple relaxation.

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