

Best for beginner divers, 14-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Aquarium is a reef and wall site located 1500 metres off the coast of Stone Town Reefs. The topography ranges from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 26 and 29C. Access is by boat only. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen with little warning, and divers should remain aware of sharp coral. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, anemonefish, butterflyfish, pufferfish, surgeonfish, groupers, and various invertebrates. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should consult their guide regarding current conditions before entry.
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The site is best dived as a slow circuit, keeping the reef on one shoulder and using the sand channels as a navigation reference.
Boat access is standard for this site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Year-round
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, twoband anemonefish, melon butterflyfish, valentini pufferfish, yellow boxfish, groupers, powder-blue surgeonfish, and sea stars.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to generally mild currents, though conditions can change and should be checked with a guide.
The site ranges from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Aquarium is a boat-only dive site located 1500 metres from the shore.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths starting at 14 metres, making it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Aquarium in Zanzibar West requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Aquarium in Zanzibar West. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Aquarium in Zanzibar West are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Aquarium in Zanzibar West typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Aquarium in Zanzibar West typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.