

Best for advanced divers, 5-30m, shore entry, strong current.
Leon's Wall is an advanced shore-entry dive site located in Zanzibar West and Stone Town, Tanzania. The topography features a vertical wall dropping from 5 metres to a maximum depth of 30 metres, alongside cave sections and reef terrain. Divers should be prepared for strong currents that can shift unexpectedly, requiring careful planning and buoyancy control. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius. Due to the overhead environment within the caves and the significant drop-off, this site is suited for experienced divers. Always check local conditions and current strength before entering the water.
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Position yourself slightly off the wall face between 25 and 35 metres during mid-dive to maximise eagle ray encounters.
Exit timing coordinates with the dhow's positioning to account for surface drift conditions.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Mar, Jun, Oct
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the strong currents, overhead cave environments, and significant depth.
Leon's Wall is a shore-entry dive site.
The best months to visit are January, March, June, and October.
Diving at Leon's Wall in Zanzibar requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Leon's Wall in Zanzibar. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Leon's Wall in Zanzibar are January, March, June, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Leon's Wall in Zanzibar can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Leon's Wall in Zanzibar typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.