5-20m
    Dar es Salaam & Offshore Islands, Tanzania

    Diving spot

    Best months: Jan–Feb

    Why dive here

    With 41+ marine species recorded in the area - including humpback whales, sea turtles, spinner dolphins, napoleon wrasse and pufferfish - Diving spot offers some of Dar es Salaam & Offshore Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest March, April, December.

    Best timeJan–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeHumpback Whales, Sea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins, Napoleon Wrasse and Pufferfish · 41+ species recorded
    Water26-30°C · warmest March, April, December
    CharacterReef dive · max 5-20m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Now, Dar es Salaam isn’t exactly on every diver's radar, but "Diving Spot" near the offshore islands offers a genuine surprise. We love this site for its chilled-out vibe and the sheer variety of smaller stuff. Dropping down, you’re often greeted by schools of fusiliers, their silver scales flashing as they ripple past, sometimes so thick they practically block out the sun. It’s a gentle drift, perfect for just cruising along and letting your eyes wander. We’ve spent entire dives here simply watching Green Turtles munching on algae, completely unbothered by our presence. Keep an eye out for the Broom-tail Filefish, a quirky little character that always makes us smile. The reef itself isn't dramatic walls, but a series of lovely coral bommies, home to everything from curious Blue Spotted Wrasses to the occasional Whitespotted Whipray gliding gracefully over the sand. It’s a great spot for macro enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a relaxed dive without battling strong currents. Our favourite time to dive here is mid-morning, just as the sun really starts to illuminate the shallows.

    Typical Diving spot Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Strong currents typical this month (avg 31 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Diving spot

    Diving spot Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Diving spot, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-5.09, 39.62) (5km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27°C

    81°F · Range: 26.2–28.5°C

    Current Speed

    31.14 cm/s

    Direction: N (5.5°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.172 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.1 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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