

Best for beginner divers, 10m, boat entry, mild current.
Tumbe Island Northeast is a freshwater dive site located 500 metres from Otter Point in Lake Malawi. The site features both a reef and a wreck, with depths ranging from 10 to 20 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, with mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. Boat access is required to reach the site. Night diving is available, though divers should bring primary and backup torches. Species recorded around this area include Tilapia. Maintain strict buoyancy control to avoid contact with the overhead environment in caves and swim-throughs, and monitor depth closely as visibility can vary.
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The site features granite formations and canyons.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Species recorded around this area include Tilapia.
Yes, the site is considered a solid choice for newly certified divers due to the mild currents and manageable depth range.
The depth ranges from 10 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 500 metres from the shore.
Yes, night diving is on offer at this site. Ensure you bring a primary and backup torch and confirm boat support before planning your dive.
Diving at Tumbe Island Northeast in Monkey Bay requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Tumbe Island Northeast in Monkey Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tumbe Island Northeast in Monkey Bay typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.