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Butiama Marine Camp

Utende Beach, Utende, Mafia Island, Tanzania, Utende, TZ

9.1 guest rating· 85 reviews

About this hotel

Experience Paradise at Butiama Marine Camp

Seaside Dining and Entertainment : Indulge in delicious meals and drinks at our on-site restaurant and bar, just steps away from the renowned Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center.

Garden Views : Relax in the comfort of your unit while enjoying picturesque views of the lush garden surroundings.

Adventure Awaits : Dive into thrilling experiences with activities like diving, snorkeling, and unforgettable whale shark excursions just moments away from the property.

Book your stay at Butiama Marine Camp now for an unforgettable seaside getaway!

Rooms & rates

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

Tent

Sleeps 2 · 9 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Seating Area

Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 25 m² · Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
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  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Diving
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Public Bath
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Snorkelling
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Utende Beach, Utende, Mafia Island, Tanzania, Utende, TZ

Check-in
from 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.185 reviews

+ Wonderful staff+ Beautiful location+ Great foodFleas reported in accommodationInternet issues
Cleanliness7.9
Service9.9
Location9.4
Room Quality8.9
Amenities8.9
Value for Money9.4

Guest review

3.0

Well, I needed stable Internet because I had a Teams-Meeting with Europe. As they provide only very unstable Wifi, I had to leave earlier. But they forced me to pay the full price. They were actually sending me to bookkng.com - and booking.com sending me to management.. I am angry about that. About diving there: They limited the diving always to max 50 minutes, despite all of our group always came with between 80 and 100 bar out of the water. They told us bullshit about the reasons of this limit. N

Stefan · DE · 2026-03-18

Guest review

9.0

Zimmer top, sehr gepflegte Anlage, TrinkWasser steht zum Auffüllen bereit, somit kein Plastikmüll, tee und kaffee den ganzen Tag, gute Exkursionen , das Essen ist fantastisch

petra · AT · 2026-03-15

Très bon endroit, paix et bon humeur

10.0

Superbe belle accueil de notre cher Simon et le staff, position stratégique pour qui aime le diving avec un centre PADI directement dans la structure et beaucoup de possibilités d'excursions. Belles chambres, équipées de tout. Plage pratique et confortable. Staff super mignon et professionnel.

J'aime le vibes et la paix qui on retrouve dans cette établissement. Les gens du village aussi sont très cordiales et gentils. Peut-être, manquait un peu de musique dans les parties restauration ou d'animation. Fermeture point lounge et restaurant relativement tôt.

Nathascja · FR · 2026-03-02

Guest review

7.0

ontbijt bestaat uit eerst fruit en dan ei kan je kiezen uit verschillende bereidingswijzen . toast en confituur

ontbijt is iedere dag het zelfde wat meer afwisseling zou leuk zijn .

patrick · BE · 2026-02-24

Great customer service

10.0

I was unable to make my booking but the staff at Butaima Marine Camp was very accommodating and helpful given the circumstances. Thank you. I would book here again based on this experience.

Danielle · CA · 2026-02-13

Guest review

9.0

Posizione meravigliosa per uan vacanza di immersioni e relax. Lo staff della struttura veramente molto bravo e simpatico. Siamo stati veramente benissimo

Barnaba · IT · 2026-02-11

Good to know

Big Blu Mafia Island Dove Resort is located within the boundaries of the Mafia Island Marine Park. As such, guests will be required to pay a nightly entrance fee for the park at the gate before arriving. This fee is currently $20+vat per night. Big Blu are unable to accept payment of this fee.

Please note that payment by cash can only be made in Dollars, Euros or Tanzanian shillings.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children ages 10 and older are allowed.

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Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.