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Dive Locations

6 recommended locations. Please contact us for further suggestions.

Mafia Island

A sleepy backwater and remnant of the old Swahili coast, Mafia Island is reminiscent of the Zanzibar of thirty years ago. Chole Bay’s clear waters offer wonderful snorkelling, sailing and swimming, while outside the bay are some of the richest reefs in the world. Find Out More about Mafia Island

  • Ideal for viewing: whale shark, hawksbill turtle, giant frogfish, southern stingray, white-tip reef shark
  • Excellent for: Resort based diving, Singles diving, Whale shark, Snorkelling

Pemba Island

The most northerly of Tanzania’s offshore islands, Pemba island is still relatively unexplored and tourism is still in its infancy, making it a perfect time to visit. Divers can enjoy untouched reefs and some of the Indian Ocean’s healthiest corals. Find Out More about Pemba Island

  • Ideal for viewing: green turtle, whale shark, spotted eagle ray
  • Excellent for: Resort based diving, Luxury diving

Zanzibar

Zanzibar is a flat, palm-clad coral atoll, surrounded by a coral reef structure where abundant marine life can be found, including whale sharks and whales as they migrate. The island’s rich cultural heritage is still very much in evidence, particularly in Stone Town. Find Out More about Zanzibar

  • Ideal for viewing: green turtle, whale shark, hawksbill turtle, spotted eagle ray, humpback whale
  • Excellent for: Resort based diving

Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area

The huge and dramatic Ngrongoro Crater encloses the largest concentration of plains game in Africa. Home to some 30,000 animals, including black rhino and hippo, the balance between predator and prey is so precise that animals seldom leave. Find Out More

  • Excellent for: Wildlife

Saadani National Park

Saadani is East Africa’s only National Park with ocean frontage, and, therefore the only location which genuinely offers a unique combination of beautiful beaches and wildlife, both above and below the water. Its beaches are breeding grounds for the green turtle. Find Out More

  • Excellent for: Wildlife

Selous Game Reserve

Founded in 1905, Selous is the is the largest protected wilderness reserve in Africa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its varied habitats are home to well over a million wild animals, including the world’s greatest remaining herds of buffalo and elephant. Find Out More

  • Excellent for: Wildlife

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Dive trips

Tanzania’s beautiful islands offer fabulous dive experiences and endless charm. Hop between islands to enjoy the wealth of diving opportunities, or extend your stay with a Tanzanian wildlife safari.
1 recommended trip. Our trip ideas are offered to inspire you and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Dive Mafia Island

A week exploring the vibrant reefs of Chole Bay in the heart of a marine park. The marine highlight is undoubtedly the annual whale shark aggregation where small males can be seen feeding in the channel. Find Out More about Dive Mafia Island

  • When to go: Nov-Mar
  • Duration inc. flights: 11 days
  • Price inc. flights: From £2,295 pp
  • Trip type: Tailor-made trip idea

When to go

Travel during the dry season for the best dive conditions.

Seasons

  • Long rains

    Apr to Jun: The wet season makes travel and diving more difficult
  • Dry season

    Jul to Mar: Drier weather and calmer seas make this the best time to visit

Wildlife events

  • Oct to Mar: Whale sharks aggregate in the channel between Mafia Island and mainland Africa
  • Jun to Sep: Turtle hatching season (green and hawksbill)
  • Aug to Oct: Humpback and sperm whales seen migrating along coast
  • Nov to Feb: Whale sharks and manta rays are seen off Pemba and Zanzibar

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