Butiama Marine Camp
Utende Beach, Utende, Mafia Island, Tanzania, Utende, Tanzania – Excellent location - show map
Butiama Marine Camp
Set a few steps from Big Blu Mafia Island Diving Center in Utende, Butiama Marine Camp welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Free private parking is available on site. Each unit features views of the garden. You will find luggage storage space at the property. You can engage in various activities, such as diving, snorkelling and whale shark excursions.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Pieta
Tanzania“Right on the ocean, very peaceful, wonderful staff” - MMichael
United States“Amazing stay at Butiama Marine camp. For those visiting Mafia, would 100% recommend. Its location right on the beach is unmatched, excellent breakfasts and dinners, and fantastic staff. If you’re looking to dive, would recommend Mafia Island...” 
Nathalie
Germany“I stayed in the tent which had a normal comfortable bed, an electricity outlet and a fan; the daily cleaning of the tent and common shower/bathroom were exceptional, Wifi was spotty at the same time you have free wifi on a remote island! Daily...”- Jan
Norway“Excellent for scuba diving and snorkling with whale sharks” 
Gaby
Netherlands“It was right on the beach and lounge was very nice also the food was good And we had 2 days of snorkeling, in spite of the weather that was a pity over the weather and rain quite a bit but still we had a good time”- Nicholas
United Kingdom“Great location right on the marine park perfect for divers. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great. Very relaxed feel.” 
Katalin
Hungary“We liked everything. We booked tents. It was better than we expected. we had normal and clean beds, the washroom was near to the tent and very clear, cleaned regularly. The food was very good, and it has reasonable price.”- Fiona Tanzania“Value for money in the tents and we were surprised to find fans for each of the tents. Bathrooms and tents were cleaned daily. The food was good but served to us cold on a couple of evenings. The staff were very friendly and accommodating,”
Rosca
South Africa“Place is located on the beach. Nice chilled atmosphere and very friendly staff. You can get all your meals through the lodge and they host multiple activities.”
Peter Tanzania“Butiama Marine Camp is the perfect place to stay in Utende. There are so many activities, Meals are amazing, and the Beach is very walkable and quiet. Would absolutely recommend to all. While it can be a bit pricey with Marine Park fees, it is...”
Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineAfrican • European
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian
Resort facilities of Butiama Marine CampGreat facilities! Review score, 8.6
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Alarm clock
- Garden view
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Tour or class about local culture
- Themed dinner nights
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Public Bath
- English
- Swahili
House rulesButiama Marine Camp takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Big Blu Mafia Island Dive 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 Butiama Marine Camp in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Butiama Marine Camp
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Butiama Marine Camp is 500 yards from the centre of Utende. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Butiama Marine Camp may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Butiama Marine Camp offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Beachfront
- Tour or class about local culture
- Beach
- Walking tours
- Private beach area
- Public Bath
- Water sport facilities on site
- Themed dinner nights
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Guests staying at Butiama Marine Camp can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Buffet
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Butiama Marine Camp has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Check-in at Butiama Marine Camp is from 12:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Room options at Butiama Marine Camp include:
- Double
- Tent
- Single
