

Best for beginner divers, 1-3m, shore entry, mild current.
Tiwi Beach at Diani Beach offers accessible shore-entry snorkelling over a mix of reef and seagrass habitats. Located 50 metres from the shore, the site is shallow with an average depth of 2 metres, ranging between 1 and 3 metres. Conditions include mild currents and visibility varying from 3 to 15 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, between 26C and 29C. Hazards include jellyfish, lionfish, sea urchins, sharp coral, stonefish, surf, and potential strong currents. Facilities at the beach include toilets, showers, and a cafe. Species recorded around this area include various moray eels, wrasses, and scorpionfish.
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Enter the water 2-3 hours after high tide for the best conditions.
From Diani, take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the Jacaranda Hotel or Kongo Mosque. Walk north for 1km, crossing the Kongo river estuary.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 3m
Visibility
3-15m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 2 metres and shore access.
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, elongate clams, Indian lionfish, and various moray eels, scorpionfish, and ghost pipefish.
The depth at Tiwi Beach ranges from 1 to 3 metres, with an average depth of 2 metres.
Tiwi Beach is a shore-entry site located 50 metres from the beach.
Yes, Tiwi Beach is a designated snorkelling site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tiwi Beach in Diani. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Divers at Tiwi Beach in Diani should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Tiwi Beach in Diani typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tiwi Beach in Diani typically ranges from 3 metres to 15 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.