Mafia Archipelago Culture & Heritage

Visit Chole Island

Cross from Mafia Island to Chole for a guided walk among history, ruins and vegetation.

Stone ruins beneath a large tree
General heritage context; these ruins are not identified as the named island, caves, rock-art site or archaeological site.

Cross from Mafia Island to Chole for a guided walk among history, ruins and vegetation. Stops can include the flying-fox sanctuary and a traditional boatyard when local access permits.

Observe flying foxes without disturbing their roosts and respect people at work in the boatyard. A viewpoint or ocean-side refreshment stop can be discussed before the return crossing.

Experience highlights

  • Island history
  • Flying-fox observation
  • Boatyard visit

Plan this experience

Short boat transfer; guided island walk. By arrangement; confirm current availability, suitability, guiding, access and written inclusions.

All activities are by arrangement. Availability, permits, park rules, guiding, equipment, access, timings, minimum ages, meals and inclusions must be confirmed for the actual dates and group. Sea conditions, tides, weather and seasonal wildlife can change the plan. Wildlife sightings and natural events are never guaranteed.

Travel with respect

Let local hosts lead community visits, seek consent for photographs and follow guide and site instructions. Observe wildlife without feeding, touching, chasing or disturbing it, and leave coral, plants and heritage objects undisturbed.