

Best for beginner divers, 1-2m, shore entry, mild current.
Starfish is a shallow reef and seagrass site located in Zanzibar West and Stone Town, Tanzania. Designed for snorkelling, the site features an average depth of one metre, with a maximum depth of two metres. Access is via the shore, and conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain consistently warm throughout the year, between 26 and 29 degrees Celsius. Due to the shallow nature of the site, snorkelers should be aware of hazards including boat traffic, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish. Guided tours are available for those visiting this area.
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Seasoned snorkelers might consider reaching the spot with a 400 meters swim from the beach at low tide, but use a dive flag to be seen by boats and jet skis.
Located on Pingwe reef flat, opposite Kichanga Lodge. Accessible by boat tour or by swimming 400 meters from the beach at low tide.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 2m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
120 min
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth and mild current.
The site has an average depth of one metre, reaching a maximum of two metres.
Starfish is accessed directly from the shore.
Yes, Starfish is a designated snorkelling site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers and snorkelers should watch for boat traffic, sea urchins, sharp coral, and stonefish.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Starfish in Pingwe. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Starfish in Pingwe typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Starfish in Pingwe typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.