

Best for beginner divers, 10-20m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Wasini House Reef is a marine reef site located off the coast of Shimoni and Kisite-Mpunguti. The site offers a straightforward dive suitable for beginners, with depths ranging from 10 to 20 metres and an average depth of 18 metres. Divers access the reef by boat, located 3000 metres from the shore. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility varying between 5 and 20 metres and water temperatures ranging from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius. Hazards include sea urchins and sharp coral, requiring careful buoyancy control. Guided tours and air fills are available to support divers at this location.
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The site features a resident coconut octopus population.
Located 8 kilometres offshore from Shimoni, accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-20m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its straightforward reef topography and mild currents.
The site ranges from 10 to 20 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
This is a boat-access site located 3000 metres from the shore.
Divers should watch for sea urchins and sharp coral. Maintaining good buoyancy is essential to avoid contact with the reef and to stay clear of stonefish on the bottom.
Facilities include air fills, guided tours, a dive shop, and boat charter services.
Diving at Wasini House Reef in Shimoni requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Wasini House Reef in Shimoni. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Wasini House Reef in Shimoni are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Wasini House Reef in Shimoni typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wasini House Reef in Shimoni typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.