Tanzania

Pwani Region

Pwani Region offers coastal and offshore scuba diving along Tanzania's eastern shores. The region is characterized by warm Indian Ocean waters, generally calm conditions nearshore, and the potential for reef, wall, and drift diving within reach of ports and major centers. With around a dozen dive sites spread along its coastline and in nearby marine habitats, divers can expect tropical fish, corals, and healthy reef structures typical of Tanzanian marine ecosystems. Access is primarily via coastal towns and regional hubs, with diving trips commonly organized from larger cities along the coast. This administrative region encompasses a mix of beaches, fishing communities, and marine protected areas that contribute to diverse dive experiences for recreational divers.

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)

Top scuba diving cities in the region of Pwani Region

Sorted by popularity

Cities to dive in the Pwani Region region

The cities

The best times to dive in the Pwani Region region

The best months to dive in Pwani Region are from January to Febuary and September 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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