Butterfly Liveaboard

Destination: Tanzania

Mafia, Pemba & Zanzibar (5 & 7 Nights) | From $375++/night

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Blue Escapes proudly introduces East Africa's first eco-conscious liveaboard experience, Butterfly Liveaboard. Set sail on an elegant catamaran to explore Tanzania's hidden islands and breathtaking marine life. 

Dive Overview

Embark on an extraordinary diving adventure with the Butterfly across the Spice Islands of Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia. Zanzibar offers diverse dive sites, including Mnemba Atoll, where you can encounter nudibranchs, seahorses, and playful bottlenose dolphins. Meanwhile, Pemba's vibrant coral reefs are home to colorful reef fish, sea turtles, reef sharks, and rays, providing unforgettable underwater experiences. In Mafia, dive with pelagic wonders such as barracudas, eagle rays, and the awe-inspiring whale sharks. Each island presents a unique and enchanting underwater realm, inviting divers to explore and cherish the diverse marine life of the Indian Ocean.

[See: Zanzibar, Tanzania & Kenya Dive Travel Guide]

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Accommodations

Types of Cabins, Amenities and Photos

Butterfly Liveaboard Accommodation Overview

The Butterfly offers comfortable accommodations designed for a memorable stay at sea. With a total of 4 double cabins available, each cabin is equipped with a double bed, ensuring a cozy retreat for up to 2 guests per cabin. Features include towels, an en suite bathroom, and a hot water shower, providing all the comforts of home while you explore the vibrant marine life of the Spice Islands.

For a more personalized experience, guests can also choose an exclusive catamaran charter where you can customize the crew, itinerary, and menu to your preferences. 

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General Facilities

Butterfly Liveaboard Boat Features

• Sundeck
• Outdoor dining area
• Common area
• Indoor salon
• Audio & video entertainment
• Leisure deck
• Wifi in selected areas

Butterfly Liveaboard Dive Facilities

• Equipment rental (free)
• Dive courses
• Separate rinse tank for camera/electronics
• Tender

Food & Drinks Aboard Butterfly Liveaboard

Enjoy a diverse culinary experience aboard the Butterfly, featuring hearty English breakfasts with baked beans, eggs, and pancakes, alongside fresh fruits and Swahili staples. For lunch and dinner, indulge in salads, soups, pastas, pizzas, and flavorful curries like chicken tikka and coconut chickpea. Seafood lovers can savor octopus, tuna, and lobster, while desserts include fruits, chocolates, and yogurt-based treats, ensuring every meal is a delicious highlight of your Spice Islands adventure.

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Schedule, Rates & Availability

Butterfly Rates

Prices are in USD, per person. Port and park fees are not included. 

[See also: Inclusions & Exclusions and Full Rates by Cabin Type]

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Inclusions

• Select wine, beer, and spirits
• Shared double cabin accommodation (single cabin available for an extra fee)
• Full board with tea, coffee, water, and soft drinks
• Snorkeling and Diving Package with all equipment
• Sand Bank BBQ
• Airport/Hotel Transfers
• Marine Park Fees and Taxes

Exclusions

• Domestic and International Flights
• Diving Courses
• Other Alcoholic Beverages
• Visa Fees
• Crew Tips ($10 per person per day recommended)

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Butterfly Liveaboard FUll Rates

All rates are in USD. Children (5+) go at half price if sharing the room with adults.

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7N Trip Schedule

Rates & Availability

For more information on other departure dates, rates, and on availability email us at info@bluewaterdivetravel.com or call us at +1-310-915-6677 and we will gladly help you plan your dream dive vacation!

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Dive Information & Destinations

Spice Islands Dive Overview

The Spice Islands—Zanzibar, Pemba, and Mafia—beckon divers with their rich marine biodiversity and stunning underwater landscapes. Zanzibar's Mnemba Atoll offers vibrant coral reefs teeming with colorful reef fish and the chance to swim alongside playful bottlenose dolphins. The island's warm, clear waters are perfect for discovering macro treasures like nudibranchs, seahorses, and frogfish, making it a paradise for underwater photographers.

Pemba Island, known as the "Green Island," boasts pristine coral gardens and dramatic drop-offs that attract a variety of marine life, including graceful sea turtles, reef sharks, and rays. Divers here can explore a diverse underwater world while enjoying encounters with these majestic creatures. Mafia Island, renowned for its untouched beauty, offers thrilling dives with pelagic species such as barracudas, eagle rays, and magnificent whale sharks. Each dive in the Spice Islands promises an unforgettable journey through East Africa's remarkable marine ecosystems.

Mafia / Pemba / Zanzibar 6D Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Visit Sandbank, Relax
• Day 2: Snorkelling/ Diving in Mnemba
• Day 3: Snorkelling/ Diving in Tumbatu
• Day 4: Snorkelling/ Diving in Stone Town
• Day 5: Snorkelling/ Diving in Kizimkazi
• Day 6: Morning Paddle Board, Afternoon Departure

Mafia / Pemba 8D Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival, Visit Sandbank, Relax
• Day 2: Snorkelling/ Diving in Mnemba
• Day 3: Snorkelling/ Diving in Tumbatu
• Day 4: Dive in Kizimkazi, Afternoon Sail to Mafia
• Day 5: Morning Sail/ Paddle Board en route
• Day 6: Snorkelling/ Diving in Chole
• Day 7: Snorkelling/ Diving in Mange
• Day 8: Snorkel with whale sharks, Departure

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Other Information

Boat Specifications

• Year Built: 2016
• Length: 13.96 meters
• Width: 7.87 meters
• Engine: 2 x 54 HP, Yanmar
• Fuel Capacity: 1000 L
• Freshwater maker: 350 L
• Number of crew: 3

Practical Information

• Time Zone: UTC+3
• Local Currency: Tanzanian Shillings (TZS)
• Language Spoken: English, French and Swahili
• Electricity: 220 volt
• Payment Onboard: Cash 

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Underwater Gallery 

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