14 Logged Dives
Nankivell
Depth at this site is between 6m and 16m. Another patch reef, this is a more concentrated area than Hunga. It generally has excellent visibility and is a pleasure to dive while exploring the reefs of Zanzibar.
Nankivel is dense with very colorful corals and schools of fish like yellow snapper. It is also a good place to meet seahorses.
DIVE TYPES
- Wall/Drop Off
- Macro Spot
- Snorkeling
Level
- Beginner
- Advanced
Programs
- Scuba
Entry
- Boat
Body of Water
- Salt
currents
- no
- moderate
- heavy
Maximum Depth
- 16m
Visibility
- 13m
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| Octopus |
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