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Pole Pole Beach Lodge
Luxury Eco Beach Resort
Pole Pole, considered one of the most exclusive eco-resorts in the world, is renowned for its great cuisine, unpretentious and laid-back atmosphere, and warm but discrete hospitality.
Balancing luxury with respect for local culture and environment, it is the perfect place to relax after a safari, and the ideal base for exploring the underwater wonders of Mafia Island. With a touch of style.
Seven bungalow suites, perfectly blended with the surrounding tropical garden, overlook the infinite hues of blue of Chole Bay, the core of Mafia Island Marine Park, Tanzania.
HOW TO GET THERE
International Flight direct to Stone Town (Zanzibar Island) or Dar es Salaam - Tanzania
Connecting light air flight to Mafia
Meet and greet at the airport
Road Transfer to your hotel or resort.
BEST TIME TO GO
Mafia Archipelago
The best times to visit Mafia is March through to July & Oct through to mid Dec.
Aug, Sept, late Dec, Jan and Feb the wind can blow, but if guests can handle this, then its fine
7 Nights / 8 Days
$1869
From
Per Person Sharing
Valid
Valid to 31 Dec 2022
WHATS INCLUDED
Flight from Dar es Salaam to Mafia Island Return
Transfers from/to Mafia airstrip
Accommodation in beach bungalows
Breakfast , lunch and dinner
Tea, coffee & bottled water
Daily excursions in Chole. *
One daily boat excursion in Chole Bay. The daily boat excursion can comprise any one of the following:
Snorkeling (incl. snorkel equipment);
Chole Island (excl. $5 village levy);
Kua Ruins;
Juani Channel;
Fisherman Island;
Marimbani Sandbank;
Sunset Cruise
Depending on weather conditions and availability of guides, other complimentary activities such as: Mangrove Walk; Rice Fields Walk; Birdwatching; Utende Village Walk may be organised in addition to the above, although availability cannot be guaranteed
OVERVIEW
Type: Eco Beach Lodge
No. Rooms: 5 Luxury Beach Bungalows
No. Guests: 10
Bars: 1
Restaurants: 1
Activity Centre: Yes
Excursions: Yes
Mafia Island
Mafia Island Archipelago
ACTIVITIES & FACILITIES
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
The daily boat excursion can comprise any one of the following, depending on tides, weather, and availability:
Snorkelling (incl. snorkel equipment);
Chole Island (excl. $5 village levy);
Kua Ruins;
Marimbani Sandbank;
Sunset Cruise.
Depending on weather conditions and availability of guides, other complimentary activities such as: Mangrove Walk; Rice Fields Walk; Birdwatching; Utende Village Walk may be organised in addition to the above, although availability cannot be guaranteed
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Scuba Diving
Whale Sharks
Maweni - Snorkeling
Marimbani Sand Bank
Chole Island
Juani Island - Kua Ruins
Juani Island - Blue Lagoon
Jibondo Island
Kitutia Reef
Bwejuu Island
Chuwia Beach
Ras Mkumbi – The Lighthouse
FACILITIES
FACILITIES
Swimming Pool
Scuba Diving
Bar
Restaurant
VILLAS | ROOMS | SUITES
ACCOMMODATION
VILLAS, ROOMS & SUITES
Five luxurious bungalow suites, elegant and spacious, are set among the coconut palms overlooking Chole Bay.
Five luxurious bungalow suites, elegant and spacious, are set among the coconut palms overlooking Chole Bay. The rooms are tastefully furnished with carved and antique pieces. Both twin and double configurations are available.
An additional two Asali Suites contain an extra room furnished with a massage bed, which is separated from the bedroom by a bathroom and short corridor. The extra room can be converted into a second bedroom, hosting a maximum total of 4 people per suite.
The large private verandahs are furnished with a Zanzibari bed, chairs, table and an armchair. Each bungalow is self-contained, the bathroom is spacious and comfortable.
There are two ceiling fans, one on the verandah and one in the bedroom above the bed.
We are a low environmental impact resort with a state-of-the-art phyto-purification plant which is a special process of treating wastewater to prevent environmental pollution.
REST, RELAX, RECUPERATE
BARS / RESTAURANTS
BARS & RESTAURANTS
EAT & DRINK
The cuisine is a combination of diverse culinary traditions and cultures, with an Italian style touch of class. Swahili dinners are served once a week or on request.
The resort caters for special dietary requirements whenever possible. Most of the food we serve is organically grown and bought on the island to help fishermen and farmers benefit from tourism development.
A selection of alcoholic beverages, wines, beers, juices and cold drinks are always available at the bar. The bar remains open until all guests have retired at night.
PACKAGES & PRICES
OUR PRICE
7 Nights / 8 Days
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS
ROOM: BEACH BUNGALOW
From $ 1869 per person sharing
Low Season: 1 Sept-30 Sept | 16 Nov-19 Dec | 11 Jan-31 Jul
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS
ROOM: BEACH BUNGALOW
From $ 2101 per person sharing
High Season: 1-31 Aug | 1 Oct-15 Nov | 20 Dec-10 Jan
Valid to 31 Dec 2022
Pricing is a guideline only and depends on the number of guests travelling, travel dates, any special offers that may be applicable to guests travel dates, children's ages, room types and other variations.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Flight from Dar es Salaam to Mafia Island Return
Transfers from/to Mafia airstrip
Accommodation in beach bungalows
Breakfast , lunch and dinner
Tea, coffee & bottled water
Daily excursions in Chole. *
One daily boat excursion in Chole Bay. The daily boat excursion can comprise any one of the following:
Snorkeling (incl. snorkel equipment);
Chole Island (excl. $5 village levy);
Kua Ruins;
Juani Channel;
Fisherman Island;
Marimbani Sandbank;
Sunset Cruise
Depending on weather conditions and availability of guides, other complimentary activities such as: Mangrove Walk; Rice Fields Walk; Birdwatching; Utende Village Walk may be organised in addition to the above, although availability cannot be guaranteed
EXCLUDES
Marine Park fees (paid by credit card at the Park’s entrance gate: Adults: $ 23.6 per person per day;
All drinks
International Flights
Visas, travel and medical insurance
All items of a personal nature
Optional activities and fees
All items not specified as included
EOE
TAILOR MADE JUST FOR YOU
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