Dive The Colorful Reefs Around Zanzibar

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The beautiful African country of Tanzania is the epitome of nature and beauty and is a major tourism destination on the continent. Without a doubt, one of the pivotal tourist hot spots is the Archipelago of Zanzibar. Situated in the warm Indian Ocean waters and surrounded by breathtaking un-spoilt scenery, Zanzibar is literally paradise on earth.

The island has many exciting and enjoyable activities to undertake with diving through the reefs a very popular option amongst visitors. The reefs around Zanzibar are an eclectic kaleidoscope of colours, shapes, and sizes, and are intermingled with an intriguing assortment of sea weed and indigenous marine life. Certain reefs appear to be quite shallow and rocky, before plunging nearly 40m deep and becoming downward crevasses, while others are steep walls covered in colourful sponges. The marine life around Zanzibar’s reefs is truly magnificent with divers able to view the likes of Brittlestars, Moray Eels, Langoustines, Angel Fish, and Clown Fish. For the really lucky divers, they might encounter the privilege of swimming amongst a school of dolphins, Manta Rays, or even Hammerhead Sharks!

Some of the best diving sites in Zanzibar are around Stone Town and include Pange Reef and Bawe Island. The reefs around Bawe Island have a depth of almost 18m with a beautiful spectrum of Staghorn and Brain corals found, while Pange Reef has a staggering variety of tropical and coral reef fish including the Parrot Fish and Clown Fish. There are numerous tour operators and guides with extensive expertise to ensure that your diving experience amongst the colourful reefs of Zanzibar is a highlight you will never forget.