

Best for beginner divers, 2-50m, boat entry, moderate current.
Mnemba Atoll is a marine site featuring a combination of reef and wall topography. Located 3000 metres from the shore, the site requires boat access and offers depths ranging from 2 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Conditions vary, with visibility typically between 15 and 30 metres and moderate currents. The site is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of hazards including boat traffic, deep sections, strong currents, and the presence of lionfish, sharks, and stonefish. Typical dives last approximately 50 minutes. Facilities available include air fills, equipment rental, guided tours, and boat charters.
-5.96670, 39.43200
Book your dives through local operators or your hotel in advance as they manage all logistics and transportation.
Access is by boat from Stone Town or nearby resorts on Unguja, taking 45 to 60 minutes.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 50m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though it features a range of depths up to 50 metres and moderate currents.
The depth ranges from 2 to 50 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Yes, Mnemba Atoll is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Boat access is required to reach Mnemba Atoll, which is located 3000 metres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, deep water, strong currents, and the presence of lionfish, sharks, and stonefish.
Diving at Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town are January, February, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Mnemba Atoll in Stone Town typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.