Activities – Tides Lodge Tanzania

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MARINE RESERVE

MAZIWE ISLAND

Your bucket list is incomplete without a trip to the disappearing underwater wonderland of Maziwe Private Marine Reserve. Let us create a surreal day in the middle of the Indian Ocean complete with shaded parasols, picnic lunch and ice cold refreshments. The well preserved coral and frequent turtle sightings will stand out in your memories for decades to come, a memory so surreal it may seem like a dream.

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TURTLE HATCHING

Maziwe Marine Reserve is a turtle breeding ground of utmost importance. Due to sand erosion on the island the turtle nests get covered by the high tide and the nests are doomed. A relocation project sees the nests located to the mainland where they have a chance of survival. The turtles that hatch from Ushongo beach will return here to nest in future, ensuring the survival of the species. Witness this bucket list worthy event and hear about our conservation efforts from the marine team first hand.

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SCUBA DIVING

Embark on an underwater safari exploring Maziwe Marine Reserve in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania. Staying at The Tides Lodge and Mawimbi Villa on the unspoiled Ushongo Beach, guests are ideally situated to discover this marine paradise. Considered one of the best diving destinations along the Eastern African Coast, Maziwe offers a wide variety of underwater marine life and a pristine and beautiful reef system.

KASA divers is located a mere 15 min stroll on the beach from us and offer courses as well as fun dives. They are PADI certified and offer courses for 8 years and above. Advanced booking is recommended to ensure availability

SOME OTHER ACTIVITIES

PANGANI RIVER CRUISE

The perfect end to a walking tour of Pangani. Enjoy the sunset over the coconut palms and mangrove forest that lines the Pangani River banks. The perfect activity for keen birders as the bird life on these waters is abundant and diverse.

BICYCLE/MOTORBIKE

Explore the nearby sisal fields or summit the Mashado hill that overlooks Pangani by local motorcycle or bicycle. Seek the company of a local guide and learn about life in the surrounding villages.

DEEP SEA FISHING

Fish the Zanzibar Channel for big game fish, such as Marlin, Sail Fish & Tuna. The boat owned and skippered by Mike Fritsi who is very experienced in these waters having been fishing here for 15 years.

DHOW CRUISE

Enjoy champagne breakfast while the sun rises over the Indian ocean or see the sun set over the mainland, cocktail in hand. This cruise in a traditional dhow lasts approximately 4 hours and is a scenic, relaxed sail in the bay and surrounding area.

PANGANI TOUR

Visit the historical Pangani using a local guide. Learn about the long and fascinating history of Pangani from the first Portuguese settlers, to the Arab slave and ivory traders and to the Colonial history during the German and British rule.

SAFARI TO SAADANI NP

Venture to the nearby Saadani National Park by water taxi for the day. Departing from the beach after an early breakfast, you will reach the park in prime game viewing time. Safaris are on land in an open game drive vehicle.

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