KONIG
Protected Area
Dar es Salaam
Why dive here
With 312+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, dolphins, eagle rays and hammerhead sharks - KONIG offers some of Zanzibar & Pemba's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest February, March, April.
The Konig offers a fascinating dip into history right off Dar Es Salaam. This German steamship, scuttled in 1915 and later refloated, now rests in a surprisingly shallow two metres of water. We've finned around its considerable length, all 122 metres, taking in the scale of it. While the superstructure is mostly gone, the hull remains an impressive sight, completely encrusted. You'll find batfish often hanging around the more sheltered sections, and the occasional moray eel peeking from behind a plate. It’s a great spot for an easy, shallow dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture the light playing on the wreck.
Typical KONIG Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for KONIG
KONIG Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for KONIG, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-5.98, 39.4) (10km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 25.9–28.4°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
4.72 m/s
9.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.8 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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