

Best for beginner divers, 22-28m, boat entry, mild current.
Btumbawe features a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures located off the coast of Galu and Kinondo. This site is accessible by boat only and is suitable for beginner divers, though it reaches depths of 22 to 28 metres. Divers should maintain awareness of their depth and buoyancy throughout the dive. Conditions include mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain between 25 and 29 degrees Celsius year-round. The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Divers must remain vigilant for boat traffic when surfacing.
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The southern corner of the reef offers a steep drop off with many overhangs around the current facing the corner.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
22-28m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
The site supports a variety of reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region.
Yes, Btumbawe is suitable for beginner divers, though the depth of 22 to 28 metres requires good buoyancy control.
The depth at Btumbawe ranges from 22 to 28 metres.
Btumbawe is a boat-only dive site. You must confirm your departure time with the local dive shop the evening before.
This site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 28 metres, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Btumbawe in Diani requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Btumbawe in Diani. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Btumbawe in Diani. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Btumbawe in Diani are January, February, March, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Btumbawe in Diani typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Btumbawe in Diani typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.