Stone Town reef page with matching gentle-slope reef context.
Stone Town reef known for gentle slopes and night dives.
Stone Town reef known for gentle slopes and night dives.
Boat trips and local guiding are the normal way to dive this site.
Boat-access reef in Stone Town with a gentle slope, coral formations, and big fans. The profile suits guided recreational diving and is especially well known for night dives, when the reef comes alive with moray eels, lionfish, rays, octopus, and smaller critters. Plan around boat logistics, mild but changeable current, and visibility that shifts with weather and season.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 13m
Depth Note
Gentle slope with a typical dive around 13m; depth range kept conservative.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer dry-season windows are usually best.
Typical Conditions
Gentle reef slope, mild current, and moderate visibility with stronger night activity after dark.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Suitable for reef and night diving on a gently sloping bottom.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Stone Town reef page with matching gentle-slope reef context.
Stone Town guide with Pange North depth and condition notes.
Stone Town boat trips and dive-site list.
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