Shangani Reef
Why dive here
With 309+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, oceanic whitetip sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales - Shangani Reef offers some of Quirimbas Archipelago's richest reef diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest February, March, December.
Shangani Reef is a great introduction to Quirimbas diving. At a consistent 17 meters, it’s a mellow dive, perfect for those getting comfortable in the Indian Ocean. We’ve drifted over sandy patches where whiprays bury themselves, then onto low-lying reef structures housing moray eels and shy lionfish. Keep an eye out for colourful nudibranchs on the coral bommies; they’re often overlooked but always worth a closer look. It’s a comfortable, easy dive, usually with gentle currents, making it ideal for newer divers or a relaxing second tank.
Typical Shangani Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shangani Reef
Shangani Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shangani Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-11.02, 40.68) (43km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.1–28.9°C
Air Temperature
26°C
78°F
Wind Speed
7.15 m/s
13.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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