Diving in Zanzibar & Pemba Island
Locally-owned PADI Dive Resort in Zanzibar & Pemba Island
Zanzibar
Dive Zanzibar’s best reefs located in the North: the marine reserve of
Mnemba Island, Nungwi, Tumbatu, and Leven Bank
Pemba
Dive Pemba’s pristine vertical walls, thriving coral gardens,
and spectacular underwater landscapes
Try Diving
Explore a new world beneath the waves with our half-day Discover Scuba Diving course
Learn To Dive
Get certified or upgrade your skills with premium beginner to advanced PADI scuba diving courses
Dive With Us
Explore the best reefs in the archipelago with our local Zanzibari dive experts
Choose Your Destination
Plan your scuba diving adventure with Fun Divers Zanzibar — the first locally‑owned PADI Dive Resort with bases in Nungwi and Pemba Island. We run daily diving excursions to the region’s top reefs. Enjoy our small groups, expert local guides, free premium gear, a complimentary scuba refresher, and more.
Why Dive With Us?
Led by local Zanzibari fishermen turned senior PADI guides, our resort passes decades of reef knowledge down to the next generation. We combine unmatched local expertise with strict PADI standards to ensure a safe, authentic diving experience for every skill level.
Locally-Owned
Authentic zanzibari hospitality and deep-rooted reef knowledge from guides who grew up on these waters.
Small Groups
We guarantee maximum safety and a personalised experience with a low diver-to-guide ratio (classes from 1 to 4 students maximum).
Premium Gear
Dive with confidence using meticulously maintained Scubapro and Mares equipment, provided completely free of charge.
Diving in Zanzibar
Huge Variety of Diving
Our base at Nungwi Beach—situated on the northern tip—is the gateway to your excursions to the best reefs of Zanzibar Island.
From here, you have a choice to explore the popular marine reserve of Mnemba Island, as well as Tumbatu Island, Nungwi Local Reefs, and Leven Bank.
Whether you prefer colorful coral walls, sloping reefs, plate corals, bommies or terraced coral gardens, the variety of wall and reef diving suits every level of diver qualification.
Mnemba Island
Diving in Mnemba is well known for encounters with pods of dolphins, diverse marine life and great visibility. Dolphins sightings are a regular occurrence. We sometimes encounter them during a dive.
Marine Life
Besides over 500 species of marine life, you can discover a wide range of hard and soft corals diving the reefs around Zanzibar’s north coast. Where we usually encounter pods of dolphins, sea turtles, tropical reef fish, a large variety of macro marine life and extraordinary sea creatures.
Diving Conditions
The warm Indian Ocean waters around Zanzibar make for easy relaxed diving in calmer sea conditions.
Water Temperature
24–29 °C
Visibility
20-60 meters
Diving Difficulty
All levels
Depth Range
2-30+ meters
Best Time To Dive
The ultimate diving experience in the north of Zanzibar happens during March, April, May, and November.
During these months, seasonal winds drop, delivering glass-calm seas, crystal-clear visibility, and peak marine life.
Learn more about our favourite Nungwi diving seasons in March, April, and May or explore conditions in November.
Scuba Specials
Discover our top diving deals in the Zanzibar archipelago.
Early Bird Discount
Save 20% in Zanzibar or 15% in Pemba when you pre‑book for February to November.
Free T-Shirt
Get a free Fun Divers Zanzibar t‑shirt when you complete 4+ dives in Zanzibar or 6+ in Pemba Island with us.
Bonus Dive
Book a double dive in Nungwi and get a free 3rd bonus dive on the same excursion in February to November.
Dive & Stay in Pemba Island
Pemba Island, situated north of Unguja, offers some of the most untouched dive sites in Tanzania.
The reefs along the northwest coast are considered the secret dive gem of the Zanzibar Archipelago—from shallow coral gardens to dramatic drop-offs and spectacular drift dives, far from the crowds.
Fun Divers Zanzibar offers a unique dive & stay experience right on Pemba’s northwest coast, combining a relaxed getaway with incredible diving.
You are just a short boat ride away from Pemba’s premier spots, including the iconic Swiss Reef, Shimba Wall, Shimba Hills, Njao Gap, Fundo Gap, and many more.
Discover your authentic Pemba Island dive holiday with our locally‑owned PADI Dive Resort.
Top Dive Sites
Zanzibar Diving FAQ
Do I need a wetsuit?
We provide 3.5 mm wetsuits free of charge, which are perfect for our warm waters.
Are there extra fees to dive in Mnemba?
Yes, Mnemba is a highly protected marine conservation area. While your daily dive rate includes your boat excursion, free premium gear rental, and refreshments, the government-mandated Marine Conservation Fee is excluded and must be paid separately. Please contact us for full transparency before you book.
What kind of marine life will I see in northern Zanzibar?
Are transfers included?
Yes! We offer free daily transfers within Nungwi/Kendwa.
Outside these areas, please arrange your own transfer or contact us for help.
How big are the dive groups on your boat?
We pride ourselves on providing a highly personalised, uncrowded experience. To ensure your safety and enjoyment, our dive groups are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 4 divers per local PADI professional. For PADI courses, we maintain an intimate ratio of 1 to 4 students per instructor.
When is the best time to dive in Zanzibar?
While these tropical waters are warm year-round, the ultimate diving experience happens exclusively in the Zanzibar Island north region during March, April, May, and November. In these specific months, the strong seasonal winds drop, leaving behind glass-calm seas, crystal-clear visibility, and a higher volume of marine life. Learn more about our favourite diving season in March, April, and May or explore conditions in November.