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.

Level

Beginner
Advanced

Visibility

13 m

Current

Light Current
No Current
Strong Current
Ripping Current

DIVE TYPES

Snorkeling
Wall/Drop Off
Macro Spot

Temperature & Visibility

Dives

Wildlife Diversity

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Mwana Wa Mwana

Mwana Wa Mwana is a favorite local dive site. Depth ranges from 2m to 15m. The name of this site means baby of the baby in Swahili. Mwana wa Mwana is a small island north of Tumbatu; in low tide, the two islands are connected by a sandbank.

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