Diving in Pemba Island
Personalised scuba diving adventures in Pemba Island with local PADI Pros
Diving In Pemba Island With Fun Divers Zanzibar
Our professional dive center team are Zanzibaris who grew up exploring the local waters as fishermen. With deep knowledge of the reefs and sea life, our local PADI Pros will introduce you to the exceptional diving of Pemba Island. We are passionate about offering a personalised service for small groups to ensure an exclusive underwater experience. Dive the best sites of Pemba Island with Fun Divers Zanzibar, your local PADI Dive Resort.
Daily Diving Excursions in Pemba Island
We offer two daily boat excursions to Pemba Island’s best dive sites, including Swiss Reef, Shimba Hills, Shimba Wall, Njao Gap, Fundo Gap, and many more.
What’s a Typical Dive Day Like?
Registration and gear fitting is done upon arrival at our dive center. For added convenience, you can schedule your appointment for 3:00 PM the day before (own arrival).
Our team loads your equipment onboard at our dive center beach.
Excursion and safety briefings are done before departure.
Most dive sites are a quick 5-20 minute boat ride away. Misali Island is approximately 60 minutes.
Surface intervals are on our shaded boat or, if the dive site allows, on a white sandy beach of Pemba. Enjoy seasonal fresh fruits and water.
Upon returning, we unload your gear and prepare it for storing.
Enjoy a shower, log your dives, and unwind at our beach-front restaurant.
Flexible Dive Schedules in Pemba Island
Our dive schedules are flexible with customer preferences. We typically offer 2 dives per day, with a third dive available upon request, weather and sea conditions permitting.
Morning Dives
8:00* AM – 1:00 PM
* Note: Depending on weather and sea conditions, we may start our morning dives as early as 7:00 AM.
Afternoon Dives
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM (approx.)
Afternoon dives may be available, subject to weather, sea conditions, and diver availability. Please enquire with our team.
Night Dives
Night dives in Njao Gap are offered to advanced divers, weather and sea conditions permitting. Prior day diving skills will be assessed before confirming a night dive. Please consult with our team.
Pemba Island Diving Gallery
Personalised Dive Planning
Small Groups
Dive in small groups for a personalised experience with dedicated attention from our local PADI Pros.
Personalised Dive Plan
Our expert team will tailor your dive experience to your skill level and interests, considering weather and sea conditions. We’ll recommend the best dive sites and create a personalised dive plan for a safe and enjoyable underwater adventure.
Your Planning Options
Plan your dives via WhatsApp with our team or visit our dive center the day before, preferably around 3:00 PM. Please make an appointment.
Diving for all Experience Levels
Beginner Divers
Certified beginners can explore Pemba Island’s underwater world with confidence and at a relaxed pace, guided by our experienced PADI Pros.
Advanced Divers
For seasoned divers looking for challenges, Pemba offers a wealth of advanced dive sites. From steep walls to exhilarating drift dives and diverse reef systems, experienced divers can immerse themselves in unique, pristine underwater landscapes that showcase the best of Tanzania’s marine life.
Pemba Island Marine Life Gallery
Scuba Refresher Courses
Refresher Free of Charge!
Been landlocked too long?
Refresh your scuba skills with our complimentary scuba refresher course for certified divers and dive into Pemba Island with confidence.
Plan 20-30 minutes and book your appointment:
3:00 PM the day before your excursion
(own transfer)
7:30 AM morning before your excursion starts
(free transfer within Makangale)
PADI ReActivate
Scuba Refresher Program
You haven’t been diving in a while?
ReActivate is the engaging, efficient way to refresh your dive knowledge and scuba skills. Quickly review familiar topics and focus on areas you need to refresh.
Prerequisite
PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver (or qualifying entry-level certification).
PADI eLearning
You will study in advance with PADI eLearning.
Practice Session
Upon arrival you will refresh your diving skills in a practical session with our PADI instructor and review any scuba skills you may have forgotten.
Certification
After completing the program receive a replacement certification card with a ReActivated date on it.
Price
ReActivate Scuba Refresher Program 100 USD
Our price includes full gear rental free of charge, PADI eLearning, PADI instructor and certification.
Quality Dive Gear Free of Charge
Dive Gear Rental
We provide quality branded dive gear from Scubapro and Mares free of charge.
This means our price of diving with us is the same whether you take our gear or your own.
Full gear rental includes: mask, fins, weights, BCD, regulator, wetsuit, reef shoes, and torch.
Regulators
Scubapro MK2 EVO, MK2
BCDs
ScubaPro X-One, Mares Rover
Wetsuits
Mares 3.5 mm long and short
Fins
Mares, Cressi
Masks
Mares, AquaLung, assorted brands
Snorkels
Mares, AquaLung, assorted brands
Reef Shoes
Torch
Pemba Island Dive Gear Gallery
Cylinders
We provide 12-liter aluminum cylinders compatible with both Yoke an DIN valve systems.
Dive Computers
Please bring your own dive computer to Pemba, as we do not rent them.
Our guides are equipped with dive computers to ensure safe and enjoyable dives.
We provide dive computers for our PADI course students during their training.
Bringing Your Own Dive Gear
We offer a free service to clean, dry, store, and load dive gear for customers who bring their own.
Ready to Book Diving in Pemba Island?
Please review our General Terms & Conditions to ensure a smooth booking!
Pre-Booking
A pre-booking discount is available (excluded December to January) for reservations made at least one day in advance via email or WhatsApp. Contact us for availability.
Last Minute Booking
Last-minute bookings (within 24 hours) are subject to availability. We frequently have last-minute openings for diving, snorkeling, or PADI courses starting as early as tomorrow morning or afternoon. Contact us for availability.
Customised Booking
Craving an unforgettable aquatic adventure in Zanzibar or Pemba? We create personalized scuba diving excursions for individuals, families, and groups. Contact us to plan your dream dive adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Diving in Pemba Island
How easy is it to get to Pemba Island?
You can easily get to Pemba Island with a quick flight (30 min) or ferry ride (2 h) from Zanzibar Island or mainland Tanzania.
Where can I stay in Pemba Island?
- Our new dive center in Pemba Island offers comfortable bed and breakfast accommodations.
- To provide more flexibility, we recommend considering guesthouses or local homestays in the area.
- For those seeking a more luxurious experience, we suggest exploring options like Manta Resort, Aiyana Beach Resort, or Pemba Paradise, located near our dive center.
Do you offer hotel transfer?
We offer free transfer to our dive centre on Pemba Island from your Makangale accommodation on your days of diving.
Can I book pick up from Pemba Airport or Mkoani Harbor?
We can arrange a transfer from Pemba Airport or Mkoani Harbor to our dive center for a fee.
What is included in your diving price?
- Prices include full gear rental free of charge, boat dives, guide/instructor, refreshments, pool training or shallow ocean, PADI eLearning & certification.
- Full gear rental includes mask, fins, weights, bcd, regulator, wetsuit, reef shoes, and torch.
What is your price for diving with my own gear?
- Our price for diving with us is the same whether you bring your own gear or rent ours free of charge.
- We offer a free service to clean, dry, store, and load dive gear for customers who bring their own.
Can my friend join our diving excursion for snorkeling or just sit on the boat?
We take both divers and snorkelers together on a boat excursion, non-snorkelers may participate at the same rate as snorkelers, space permitting.
How can I pay?
- Deposits or online payments can be paid quickly and securely via our payment link with a 3% processing fee.
- We accept cash in US Dollars, Euros, or Tanzanian Shillings.
- On-site credit card payments (Visa and Mastercard) are accepted with a 3% processing fee.