

Best for beginner divers, 12-18m, boat entry, moderate current.
The Finger is a reef dive located 3500 metres offshore in the Quirimbas Archipelago. This site reaches depths of 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 12 metres. The site requires boat access and is suitable for beginners, though divers should be prepared for moderate to strong currents. The reef structure provides habitat for various tropical fish and invertebrates. Water temperatures are warm, ranging from 26 to 29 degrees Celsius. Night diving is possible when conditions allow. Divers should plan to work into the current at the start of the dive and ride it back during the return.
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Current can strengthen quickly, so plan your dive to work into it at the start and ride it back at the end. Confirm boat and guide availability locally before planning your trip, as facilities on the archipelago vary by operator.
Access is by boat from Pemba.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-18m
Visibility
10-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The reef structure provides habitat for a variety of tropical fish and invertebrates.
Yes, the site is suitable for Open Water certified divers, though you must be prepared for moderate to strong currents.
The site reaches depths of 12 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 3500 metres from shore.
The site is primarily a reef dive with depths starting at 12 metres, requiring boat access.
Diving at The Finger in Pemba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at The Finger in Pemba. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit The Finger in Pemba are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at The Finger in Pemba. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at The Finger in Pemba typically ranges from 10 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.