TABORA
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 - TABORA offers some of Zanzibar & Pemba's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest February, March, April.
The Tabora, a German steamship sunk in 1914, lies in a manageable 10 meters of water, making it a good wreck dive for those new to the experience. We often find the visibility here decent, giving us clear views of the 142-meter hull. It’s not a vibrant coral garden, but the wreck itself is quite impressive, with its structure still largely intact. Look for schools of snapper darting in and out of the hold, and we’ve seen some decent-sized groupers making their home in the deeper sections. It's an interesting piece of history, colonised by some curious reef fish, rather than a spectacular marine life hotspot.
Typical TABORA 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 TABORA
TABORA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TABORA, 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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