Tanzania

Kungwi

Kungwi is a coastal area in Pwani Region, Tanzania. While the immediate area around Kungwi is not a major diving hub, access to nearby saltwater dive opportunities along Tanzania’s coastline exists within a few hours’ drive or boat trips from larger hubs on the Indian Ocean. With 30 mapped dive sites regionally, divers typically travel to more developed centers for courses, equipment rental, and guided dives. For freshwater options, the area is more notable for its inland scenery and local water activities rather than dive destinations. If planning a trip, consider nearby coastal centers on the Tanzania mainland for reef dives, if time permits.

Essential information for traveling in Tanzania

About Tanzania

Sea
Mozambique Channel and Indian Ocean
Timezone
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Languages
SW EN
Demonym
Tanzanian
Phone prefix
+255

Practicalities

Currency
TZS
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type D, Type G
Airports
DAR ZNZ TGT JRO

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Kungwi

Nearby Dive Sites (30)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Kungwi

The best time to dive in Kungwi

The best months to dive in Kungwi are from January to Febuary and July to December. Temperatures are confortable (25-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
29 °C
02 - Feb.
29 °C
03 - Mar.
28 °C
04 - Apr.
26 °C
05 - May
26 °C
06 - Jun.
25 °C
07 - Jul.
25 °C
08 - Aug.
25 °C
09 - Sept.
25 °C
10 - Oct.
26 °C
11 - Nov.
28 °C
12 - Dec.
28 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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