Zanzibar Scuba Diving Travel Guide

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Zanzibar Scuba Diving Travel Tips

By Matt Link
  • Zanzibar is known to have some of the best diving on the eastern coast of Africa, with clear waters and a thriving underwater ecosystem. Expect tropical reef fish, lobsters, turtles, dolphins, and rays, and many uncrowded dive spots.
  • The deep and unspoiled Pemba Channel is home to large fish like barracuda, tuna, and shark. The channel drops off steeply just off the west coast of Pemba Island, but since the isle is undeveloped, most divers stay on the more populated Zanzibar Island (also called Unguja).
  • No need to bring equipment or to stay at a special dive resort—there are a number of dive outfitters in Stone Town on Zanzibar Island, and most resorts can also arrange dives for you. From Stone Town, trips to Prison Island and Chumbe Island Marine Park are especially rewarding because the reefs are protected and preserved.

Beach Overview: Zanzibar, Tanzania

By Matt Link
Zanzibar has some of the best beaches in Africa, with wide swathes of postcard-perfect sand, lined with coconut palms and bleach-white sand bars that mysteriously rise out of the ocean during low tide, making perfect private beaches. Wooden dhow boats drift by, and the coal reefs are excellent for snorkeling and scuba diving. First and foremost, it is nature that lures visitors to these islands, which are surrounded by impossibly sparkling waters and a vibrant underwater world. But the island's fascinating history and culture run a close second. Read More

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Hotels

Breezes Beach Club

East Coast
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Distance: 24.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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5.0

Ras Nungwi Beach Hotel

Nungwi Beach
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Distance: 31.2 mi.
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Good For Scuba Diving
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5.0

Chumbe Island Eco-Bungalows

Chumbe Island
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Distance: 8.2 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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4.0
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Attractions

Sun Tours & Travel

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Hurumzi street near 236 Hurumzi Hotel in Stone Town
P.O. Box 484
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Takims Holidays Tours & Safaris

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Opposite Dhow Palace Hotel
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Fisherman Tours & Travel

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P. O. Box 3537
Zanzibar, Tanzania

Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0
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Distance (mi.)
Zanzibar Kisauni Airport 4.2 map
Dar Es Salaam International Airport 49.6 map
Mombasa Moi International Airport 150.1 map

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Zanzibar Vacation Rentals

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Mbezi Beach Home Rental - Self-Catering Apartments

Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Ceiling fans, Internet Access, Lounge, Microwave, Refrigerator, TV, Toaster, Wireless Internet Access
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from: $181

The Kipepeo Lodge - The Kipepeo Lodge is a charming and warm resort, recently built on the Southeast coast of Zanzibar, close to a

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: BBQ, Ceiling fans, No Pets, Swimming Pool
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from: $1043

Villa Turquoise Zanzibar - Magnificent, luxurious, fully serviced and equipped holiday villa right on the beach in Zanzibar

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Sleeps: 12
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, CD Player, Ceiling fans, Computer Access, DVD Player, Internet Access, Lounge, No Pets, Oceanfront, Playground, Pool Table, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, TV, Wireless Internet Access
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