On Zanzibar, the international team of professionals from Scuba Do provide snorkeling, scuba diving and a full range of PADI courses. Located on the unspoiled Kendwa beach at the northern tip of Zanzibar, access to the spectacular local marine life and coral reefs is via semi-rigid Zodiacs . Brilliant white sand, clear azure sea, spectacular sunsets, peace and tranquility create the setting for a world class diving experience.
Why use us?
Why use us?
- diving with a PADI 5-Star, Gold Palm Dive Centre
- relaxed, friendly atmosphere
- the reassurance of stringent safety procedures
- six fully equipped dive boats
- liveaboard safaris or daily excursions on a sailing catamaran
- professional crew eager to make Zanzibar your best diving holiday ever
Boats and equipment
You dive from rigid inflatable boats which drop you on the dive site and then pick you up after surfacing - so, no long surface swims back to the boat! You travel to the dive sites quickly and safely, there is no one faster or safer on the island - not to mention that the dolphins love these boats.
Each boat is powered with two engines and they are equipped with marine radios to enable communications both between boats and with our bases. Each boat also has a Garmin GPS to ensure precise and accurate drops on dive sites. The boats use environmentally friendly 4-stroke engines. Nearly all of the boats are equipped with roofs for shade and ladders.You will find top-quality diving equipment at Scuba Do with our AP Valve "Buddy Explorer" BCDs,Sherwood Brute and Cressi Sub regulators depending on your preferences, and REEF South Africa wetsuits. Our masks and fins are Mares, Cressi Sub, and IST, covering a variety of sizes and styles to guarantee a comfortable fit.
Each boat is powered with two engines and they are equipped with marine radios to enable communications both between boats and with our bases. Each boat also has a Garmin GPS to ensure precise and accurate drops on dive sites. The boats use environmentally friendly 4-stroke engines. Nearly all of the boats are equipped with roofs for shade and ladders.You will find top-quality diving equipment at Scuba Do with our AP Valve "Buddy Explorer" BCDs,Sherwood Brute and Cressi Sub regulators depending on your preferences, and REEF South Africa wetsuits. Our masks and fins are Mares, Cressi Sub, and IST, covering a variety of sizes and styles to guarantee a comfortable fit.
Safety
Safety Procedures
We pride ourselves on stringent safety procedures and we do everything within our power to ensure you have a safe diving holiday. The divemasters carry surface marker buoys on all dives and we have pocket surface marker buoys on all of the rental BCDs. The compressor air quality is regularly tested by the local Bauer agent and there are numerous DAN O2 kits which go out on the boats. There is also a paramedic grab bag and fully stocked medical kits available.
The dive centre supports the specialist diving doctor, Dr. Henrik Juhl, not only with our monthly contributions to the Hyperbaric Chamber Facility, but it also has five fully-qualified chamber operators and attendants on the team. In the unlikely event you would need to use this facility - you are in the best possible place!
The centre includes educational visits to the hyperbaric chamber for all rescue and divemaster students. We are also happy to arrange chamber dives including a briefing from the diving doctor for any guests who are interested in learning more.
The hyperbaric chamber is located in Matemwe (Zanzibar), only 30 minutes drive from any of our Scuba Do Zanzibar dive bases.
We pride ourselves on stringent safety procedures and we do everything within our power to ensure you have a safe diving holiday. The divemasters carry surface marker buoys on all dives and we have pocket surface marker buoys on all of the rental BCDs. The compressor air quality is regularly tested by the local Bauer agent and there are numerous DAN O2 kits which go out on the boats. There is also a paramedic grab bag and fully stocked medical kits available.
The dive centre supports the specialist diving doctor, Dr. Henrik Juhl, not only with our monthly contributions to the Hyperbaric Chamber Facility, but it also has five fully-qualified chamber operators and attendants on the team. In the unlikely event you would need to use this facility - you are in the best possible place!
The centre includes educational visits to the hyperbaric chamber for all rescue and divemaster students. We are also happy to arrange chamber dives including a briefing from the diving doctor for any guests who are interested in learning more.
The hyperbaric chamber is located in Matemwe (Zanzibar), only 30 minutes drive from any of our Scuba Do Zanzibar dive bases.
SNORKELLING
Snorkelers may choose to go to Kendwa Reef and Kendwa Gardens which are located 800 meters out from our dive base and hence only a couple minutes by boat. Enthusiastic snorkelers may choose to swim to the reef - please stop by the dive centre for important safety tips and pointers.
Tumbatu Island is highly recommended for snorkeling; with untouched reefs it is still a hidden treasure and only a 15-minute journey by speed boat. Last, but certainly not least, snorkelers will want to see the famous Mnemba Island which by the Scuba Do boats is only a 30-minute journey from Scuba Do! Snorkelers are welcome to join any dive boats going to these destinations or we will organise a trip exclusively for snorkeling if you desire.
Tumbatu Island is highly recommended for snorkeling; with untouched reefs it is still a hidden treasure and only a 15-minute journey by speed boat. Last, but certainly not least, snorkelers will want to see the famous Mnemba Island which by the Scuba Do boats is only a 30-minute journey from Scuba Do! Snorkelers are welcome to join any dive boats going to these destinations or we will organise a trip exclusively for snorkeling if you desire.
PRICES
Scuba Tune-up
Scuba Tune-up (Half Day) $50
Full Refresher (Full Day) $150
Single Day Excursions
Scuba Tune-up & Single dive $110
Two dives on Northwest Reefs $120
Two dives around Mnemba Island $150
Multi-Day Packages
4 dives (Two days) $230
6 dives (Three days) $330
8 dives (Four days) $420
10 dives (Five days) $500
Private Boat Charters
2 hours (max 4 passengers) $450
3 hours (max 6 passengers) $900
Equipment Hire (per day)
Full Scuba Equipment $15
Per Item
BCD $5
Regulator $5
Wetsuit $5
Fins $2
Mask $2
Snorkel $1
Battery-powered equipment
Digital Camera & Housing (incl. CD) $50
Dive Computer $20
Torch (incl. batteries) $15
Scuba Tune-up (Half Day) $50
Full Refresher (Full Day) $150
Single Day Excursions
Scuba Tune-up & Single dive $110
Two dives on Northwest Reefs $120
Two dives around Mnemba Island $150
Multi-Day Packages
4 dives (Two days) $230
6 dives (Three days) $330
8 dives (Four days) $420
10 dives (Five days) $500
Private Boat Charters
2 hours (max 4 passengers) $450
3 hours (max 6 passengers) $900
Equipment Hire (per day)
Full Scuba Equipment $15
Per Item
BCD $5
Regulator $5
Wetsuit $5
Fins $2
Mask $2
Snorkel $1
Battery-powered equipment
Digital Camera & Housing (incl. CD) $50
Dive Computer $20
Torch (incl. batteries) $15