Shamba Kilole Eco Lodge

It is a small very pleasant and cozy eco-lodge, run by Italian divers, offering – in our opinion – the most tasteful cuisine of Mafia Island. It is also the only PADI resort on the island qualified for theory and first practice courses to learn Scuba Diving.

Rooms
The Rooms

The resort consists of 6 bungalows divided into 3 suites and 3 chalets, both types can have double or twin beds. Electricity is available on 24 hours supplied by the Local Power Supply, with a stand-by generator. Rooms are equipped ceiling fans but there is no air conditioning. Hot water is provided by solar panels.
General Facilities

Common spaces include the swimming-pool, the restaurant and the lounge. Shamba Kilole is the ideal place for all divers who are looking for an African style accommodation without having to spend the more significant figures required by Pole Pole Bungalows or by the quirky Chole Mjini. It is also suitable for non-divers looking for accommodation who seek accommodation in an authentic and untouched environment.
Recreational Facilities

Activities include classes for beginners to lean scuba diving, diving, boat excursion to Miewe island and to Marimbani sandbank within Chole Bay, snorkeling daytrip to Mange sandbank, boat excursions to Juani island where between June and July you might be able to assist to turtles hatching, to Jobondo and Chole islands to explore local fishermen villages and sites where traditional boats are built. More distant excursions to swim with whale sharks can also be arranged.
It is a small very pleasant and cozy eco-lodge, run by Italian divers, offering – in our opinion – the most tasteful cuisine of Mafia Island. It is also the only PADI resort on the island qualified for theory and first practice courses to learn Scuba Diving.
Shamba Kilole is set on a promontory overlooking Juani, Jobondo and Chole islands. Unlike the neighboring Kinasi and Pole Pole Bungalows which removed part of the mangroves to create their own beach, Shamba Kilole decided to strictly apply the principles of ecological architecture. It does not offer a beach but you can walk down the hill and enjoy walking [at low tide] or swimming [at high tide] in the mangrove forest admiring its incredible life. You will need to wear beach shoes.