KINASI is a small, private lodge situated in a coconut and cashew plantation facing Chole Bay on Mafia Island. It provides a high standard of accommodation in only twelve bungalows (one is a family unit with two bedrooms), each with a large verandah and ensuite bathroom.

The bungalows have been constructed in rendered concrete block, with palm-leaf (makuti) roofs, and concrete foundations and floors.

There is all-day mains electricity and hot and cold water supply from three permanent wells on the property.

The intention has been to create a resort that is relaxing and stylish, with a very personal feel. KINASI is beautifully furnished with antiques and hand-crafted furniture, made for the lodge using their own designs.

The dining room is appointed with crockery and hand-blown glassware made especially for the lodge and there are original works of art by East African artists.

Catering is based upon local seafood: fresh fish, prawns, crab, lobster, octopus and calamari, with fresh vegetables and fruit flown from the mainland. Breads, rolls, pizzas and variety of yoghurts, preserves and sauces are all home made, from traditional recipes.

Seafood barbecues and Swahili cuisine are established KINASI customs. Most of all there is tranquility and privacy in beautiful, natural surroundings, and friendly staff will do their best to look after you with service to your rooms, morning tea and coffee with fresh biscuits and cakes, sundowners and cocktails, delicious food and attention to any requests you may have. KINASI started as a private home, and that is how guests should feel - as if they are in their own home. So enjoy Mafia and this little retreat with all its activities, the swimming pool, gardens and beach, and the relaxed atmosphere and good company. Mafia Island is - -in the true sense -- an island retreat for the active beachcomber who is serious about enjoying the sea and islands, adventure divers, game fishermen, bird-watchers or just for simple feet-up relaxation. Be as active as you wish ... or simply relax and do nothing.