

Best for beginner divers, 10-16m, boat entry, mild current.
Shane's Reef is a shallow site located off Zanzibar West and Stone Town, featuring a reef structure divided into three sections. The reef slopes from 12 metres to 16 metres, with an edge dropping to 18 metres before meeting a sandy bottom that extends to 40 metres. Divers encounter hard and soft corals, alongside species such as Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris nudibranchs, Leaf Scorpionfish, Oriental Flying Gurnards, Flamingo Tongues, flatworms, Red-knobbed Sea Stars, and Three-spot Dascyllus. The site is suitable for beginners, with mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, with water temperatures between 26C and 29C. Night diving is available at this location.
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This site is a haven for underwater photographers and macro diving.
Located to the northwest of Zanzibar, accessible by boat from Nungwi.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-16m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Jun, Oct
Divers regularly encounter Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris nudibranchs, Leaf Scorpionfish, Oriental Flying Gurnards, Flamingo Tongues, flatworms, Red-knobbed Sea Stars, and Three-spot Dascyllus.
Yes, Shane's Reef is suitable for beginner divers, featuring mild currents and depths ranging from 10 to 16 metres.
The reef structure sits between 10 and 16 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. An edge drops to 18 metres, leading to a deeper sandy bottom.
Yes, a boat is required to reach this dive site.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow reef sections are accessible for snorkelling depending on boat operator availability.
The best months to visit Shane's Reef are January, February, June, and October.
Diving at Shane's Reef in Nungwi requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Shane's Reef in Nungwi. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Shane's Reef in Nungwi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Shane's Reef in Nungwi typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.