Plongée à Diani Beach — Kenya

Diani Beach combines world-class white sand with the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park protecting healthy reefs offshore. Dolphins play in the channel, whale sharks appear seasonally, and the warm water makes wetsuit-optional diving comfortable year-round. Combine with a Masai Mara safari for the ultimate Kenya trip.

Score
67.0
Visibilité
10–25m
Température
25–29°C
Meilleurs mois
October, November, December
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Diani Beach
KenyaAfrica
67.0

SCORE

-4.3477°N

39.5682°E

Diani Beach combines world-class white sand with the Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park protecting healthy reefs offshore. Dolphins play in the channel, whale sharks appear seasonally, and the warm water makes wetsuit-optional diving comfortable year-round. Combine with a Masai Mara safari for the ultimate Kenya trip.

Kenya's Indian Ocean Coral Coast

Visibility10–25 m
Temperature25–29°C
Max Depth30 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$80
Best MonthsOctober, November, December, January
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML65.0CH55.0VIS60.0SV62.0TMP88.0DA58.0OP72.0TS78.0GT65.0VAL75.0CRD68.0SP58.0

Marine Life

65.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
62
Megafauna Encounters
58
Reef Fish Abundance
68
Macro Life
55
Endemic Species
52
Marine Life Diversity
65.0
Coral & Reef Health
55.0
Visibility & Conditions
60.0
Dive Site Variety
62.0
Water Temperature
88.0
Depth & Access
58.0
Operator Quality
72.0
Topside Experience
78.0
Getting There
65.0
Value & Cost
75.0
Crowding
68.0
Social Proof
58.0

Dive Types

reefwallwreckcave

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Shimba Hills safariColobus monkey conservationkite surfingdhow sunset cruise

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Shimoni slave caves
  • Kaya Kinondo sacred forest

Non-Diver Score

9/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber35 km — Mombasa Hospital Chamber
Nearest Hospital30 km

Chamber at Mombasa Hospital; 30-45 minute drive from Diani

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Diving the Crab

PADI

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Diani Marine Divers

SSI

4.5
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