🇰🇪Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Kenya

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Chale

Chale Dive Site, situated near Chale Island, features a diverse reef ecosystem characterized by vibrant coral formations. Divers can encounter various marine species, including turtles, reef sharks, moray eels, and schools of snapper. The site is accessible from the shore, making it convenient for divers of all experience levels. The clear waters enhance visibility, allowing for an enjoyable diving experience.

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Dzinani

Dzinani is characterized by a series of deep coral ridges interspersed with sandy channels, offering a unique underwater topography. The dive site reaches depths between 18 and 30 meters, making it suitable for deep and drift diving. Divers may encounter moderate to strong currents, which can attract larger marine species. Notable marine life includes schools of barracuda and giant trevallies, as well as white-tip reef sharks resting on the sandy bottom. Additionally, green turtles and hawksbill turtles can often be seen swimming in the area.

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Galu

Galu is a reef dive site with depths ranging from 10 to 25 meters, suitable for divers of all experience levels. The underwater landscape includes coral bommies, sandy areas, and gentle slopes, contributing to a varied marine environment. The site is characterized by mild currents, which facilitate a comfortable diving experience. Marine life commonly observed here includes green and hawksbill turtles, schooling trevallies, snappers, fusiliers, as well as moray eels, lionfish, and scorpionfish.

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Igloo

Igloo is an artificial reef located off Diani Beach, Kenya, characterized by an abandoned underwater habitat that resembles an igloo. This structure has evolved into a habitat for a variety of marine species. The dive site reaches depths of approximately 20 meters, where divers can observe diverse coral formations and a rich array of marine life. The area is noted for its pristine coral and the abundance of aquatic life that it supports.

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Jadini

Jadini is a dive site characterized by a gently sloping reef that begins at a depth of approximately 7 meters and extends down to about 25 meters. This depth range makes it suitable for divers of varying experience levels. The site is known for its diverse marine life, including sightings of green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols. Additionally, from October to March, divers may encounter whale sharks in the area.

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Kinondo

Kinondo is a dive site situated along the southern coast of Diani Beach, Kenya. This location is characterized by a distinctive coral ridge that supports a diverse range of marine life. The depth at Kinondo varies from 12 to 30 meters, accommodating both recreational and advanced divers. The site is accessible via shore entry, providing an opportunity for divers to explore its underwater features directly from the beach.

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Kisima Mungu (Nomads)

Kisima Mungu, meaning 'God's Well' in Swahili, is located off the coast of Diani Beach, Kenya. This dive site features a gently sloping fringing reef that descends to depths of around 15 meters. It is suitable for divers of all experience levels, offering a diverse range of marine life typical of Kenya's southern coast. The site provides opportunities to observe various species in their natural habitat, making it an engaging dive experience.

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Kongo

Kongo is a dive site characterized by a gently sloping fringing reef that begins at a depth of approximately 7 meters and extends down to around 25 meters. The reef is populated with a diverse array of hard and soft corals, contributing to its rich underwater ecosystem. Divers can expect to encounter various marine species, including green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols.

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M.V. Alpha Funguo

The M.V. Alpha Funguo is a notable wreck dive site situated near Diani Beach, Kenya. This 45-meter-long fishing trawler was deliberately sunk on February 21, 2002, to serve as an artificial reef, promoting marine life in the region. The dive site ranges from depths of 18 meters to 29 meters. Divers can expect to see various marine species, including schools of blue-striped snappers, barracudas, batfish, and jackfish around the wreck. Additionally, larger fish such as groupers and kingfish are often present, drawn to the structure's habitat.

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Maftah

Maftah is a shore entry dive site characterized by a diverse array of hard and soft corals, providing a habitat for various marine life. Divers may observe green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols. From October to March, there is a chance to see larger pelagic species, including whale sharks and manta rays.

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Mbungu

Mbungu is characterized by a fringing coral reef that begins at shallow depths and gradually descends to around 25 meters. This site is suitable for divers with varying levels of experience. Marine life commonly observed here includes green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols.

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Milele

Milele is characterized by a fringing coral reef that starts at shallow depths and gradually descends to around 25 meters, making it suitable for divers with varying levels of experience. The site is home to a variety of marine life, including green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols. From October to March, divers may also have the opportunity to see whale sharks in the area.

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Msambweni

Msambweni Dive Site features an eastern section characterized by a notable drop-off that ranges from 25 to 28 meters. This depth provides an ideal habitat for a variety of coral reef fish. The underwater landscape includes diverse coral formations along with sandy patches, contributing to a rich marine environment. Additionally, during specific seasons, divers may encounter whale sharks in the vicinity.

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Mwanamochi

Mwanamochi is a dive site situated near Diani Beach, Kenya, featuring a reef that extends approximately 1.5 kilometers. This site is typically explored as a drift dive, allowing divers to move with the current along the reef's length. The underwater environment is marked by diverse marine life and notable coral structures, providing a dynamic diving experience.

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Mwanyaza

Mwanyaza is characterized by a broad coral reef that supports a diverse range of marine life. The dive site has depths ranging from 10 to 25 meters, accommodating both leisurely reef dives and more adventurous deeper explorations. The currents here are generally mild to moderate, making it suitable for drift diving. Divers can expect to see large schools of snappers and fusiliers above the reef, along with sightings of rays, octopuses, and cuttlefish.

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Nyuki

Nyuki is a dive site located near Diani Beach, Kenya, characterized by a fringing coral reef that begins at shallow depths and descends to around 25 meters. Divers can encounter a variety of marine life including green and hawksbill turtles, moray eels, nudibranchs, clownfish, surgeonfish, and Moorish idols. The site may also host larger marine species on occasion.

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Papa Mashillingi

Papa Mashilingi is a deep dive site characterized by depths ranging from 20 to 30 meters. The underwater topography includes steep coral slopes, sandy areas, and rocky formations, providing a varied diving experience. This site is known for its large pelagic fish, making it suitable for advanced divers looking for significant marine encounters. The entry to the site is from the shore.

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South Canyon Watamu

South Canyon Watamu is situated approximately 10 minutes by boat from the nearest hotel, adjacent to a canyon reef. This dive site offers multiple diving opportunities with various dive spots established in the area. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life, including numerous coral fish such as parrotfish, along with juvenile species and larger inhabitants like white tip reef sharks.

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South Dolphin

South Dolphin features a plateau that begins at approximately 12 meters and descends to 25 meters towards the southeast. Divers can explore along the buoy line, where the area is rich with schooling fish, scorpion fish, and moray eels. The plateau is densely populated with various hard and soft corals, providing shelter for numerous small marine species.

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