Chole Foxes is the most amazing and relaxing place I've ever been to in Tanzania (and I 've already been to a lot of places in TZ). I was the only guest for 5 days - which was great for me, but probably not a sustainable way to run a lodge...so please go there! Even before getting to Mafia I... More

Refreshingly simple, comfortable and inexpensive. Chole Foxes is a locally owned and locally run lodge on the pristine and as yet uncommercialised Chole Island adjacent to Mafia Island, Tanzania. The setting behind the mangroves and a majestic baobab is idyllic. Chole Bay is a snorkelling and diving paradise and we enjoyed the sighting of a humpback whale and calf. At... More

We came to Chole Foxes around two weeks ago and had such a greattime!! We were the only Guest they had so it realy felt like we had a whole island just for us.The staff of Chole Foxes were so sos sososo nice as we told them we are on our honeymoon vacation the affords they made were so personal... More

I live in Zanzibar and went to Mafia for a few days away. Mafia island is beautiful, more natural than Zanzibar with dirt roads, more green spaces, not touristy and definitely worth a visit. Chole Foxes Lodge is based on Chole island about a 10 min boat ride from Mafia. The accomodation is basic but comfotable. Be prepared it is... More

We arrived in this peaceful place after 2 weeks traveling in Zanzibar and enjoyed it so much that we prolonged our stay at Chole foxes lodge. All staff was extremely helpful and friendly and we loved the dinner at beach views overlooking restaurant where we had almost every night different kind of fish or seafood and fresh fruits with full... More

Chole Foxes is a budget community-owned and operated hotel on Chole Island. Chole island is a small island off Mafia Island - and has no roads, electricity or water - everything has to be brought over from the bigger island and/or the mainland. The lodge itself is super-cute, very nicely done, with nice decently sized rooms, and the food was... More

I recently stayed at Chole Foxes Lodge and couldn't believe how well I was treated. Mbaraka and the rest of Doctor Muddy's young staff went out of their way to ensure that I had everything I needed. If you want to know what Zanzibar was like before the tourists got a hold of it, check this place out. The good... More

After a short, small boat ride from Mafia Island to Chole foxes lodge I was greeted by a very enthusiastic muudy, the manager of Chole foxes lodge. accomodations. The location is stunning though it is fronted by mangroves beach. The food centered around the catch of the day and was delicious. Chole foxes lodge is for everyone. The shower and... More

we stayed i day in chole island at chole foxes lodge WITH MY FRIEND . their serviices fantastic. The rooms were simple we had everything we need. For the spirit the smile of the staff and the incredible tasty food was restoring. We also appreciate the position which for the season and the sea was the best of the Island.... More