Maziwe Island

Maziwe Island is a sand bar surrounded by reefs. It is home to:-

protected coral reefs
magnificent sea life
and aqua blue waters.

10 km Off Shore

The island sits 10 km off shore. It is the perfect tropical escape in which to experience an intense intimacy with nature.

Part of a larger reef system

It is part of a larger reef system, which stretches up and down the East African Coast.

Wildlife

The reserve is also inhabited by:-

spinner and bottlenose dolphins.
green turtle - see clip on Turtle Conservation Project below

Snorkelling and Diving

Maziwe Island and the surrounding reefs offer some of the best snorkelling and SCUBA diving in East Africa - we can arrange snorkelling and diving trips for you.

Conservation support

The Tides Lodge works with local fishermen and the Marine Parks Authority to help prevent illegal fishing. This collaboration protects the reef and fish life on Maziwe Island Marine Reserve. To find out other ways The Tides Lodge helps the environment visit our environmental page.

For more information on the Marine Parks

Please visit the official Marine Parks website.