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Diving in Tanzania
Zanzibar, Pemba and Mafia Island, with whale sharks in season, and a safari in the Serengeti a short flight away.
6.1° S · 39.3° E
Tanzania: culture & experiences
Tanzania lets you combine two bucket-list experiences in one trip: diving the Indian Ocean and a safari on the plains of the Serengeti or the Ngorongoro Crater.
On Zanzibar we explore Stone Town's alleys, carved doors and spice farms, and the Swahili coast's food and music.
Off the beaten track
- Safari in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro or Tarangire
- Stone Town walking tour (UNESCO)
- Spice farm visit on Zanzibar
- Dhow sunset cruise
Best-known dive spots
Mafia Island
Whale sharks from about October to February, plus the coral gardens of the Mafia Island Marine Park.
Mnemba Atoll, Zanzibar
Turtles, dolphins and colourful reefs, suitable for all levels.
Pemba Island
Steep walls, drift dives and big fish, for more experienced divers.
Leven Bank
A submerged reef in open water north of Zanzibar with pelagic fish and current.
Marine life & encounters by season
Conditions and sightings vary year to year. We plan each trip around the best window for what you want to see.
- Oct – MarBest diving season and whale sharks off Mafia (mainly Oct – Feb).
- Jun – OctCooler, dry months; ideal for safari, good diving with more wind.
- Jul – OctGreat Migration in the northern Serengeti.
- Apr – MayLong rains; many lodges close.
Plan your dive trip to Tanzania
Tell us your dates, group and level, and we’ll design a trip combining the best diving in Tanzania with local culture and experiences.