Diving in and around Zanzibar

Zanzibar archipelago comes from a history of strong trade links with Arabia and Persia, Zanzibar provided the gateway to the owners of slaves, gold, ivory, wood, spices, glass and textiles. In the early 16th century the Portuguese arrived in the plantations of cloves established.The immersion time have been around the islands of Zanzibar is exceptional, offering some of the best diving in the world. For divers would be the best places for diving on the reefs of Pemba. If you are in this, then the island of Pemba is the place to go diving all along the coast of East Africa. These barriers are impressive, with a wide variety of diving to offer: around Zanzibar, Mnemba Island is especially ideal for experienced divers and beginners. The port of Stone Town has one or two good dives remains. Reefs in the vicinity are useful as an update if not dived for a while. "The dives in the area are relatively inexpensive, and some of the wrecks provide some spectacular wrecks sights.The Pegasus is 50 feet long and sunk in 1916. Unfortunately, it is only for experienced divers. Some of the fish to see are tuna, barracuda, jacks, lion fish and giant breeds. The sinking of the Far North are the remains of an old cable layer, leaving a plenty of fish, eels and a variety of corals. Visibility in the area of coral reef excellent.Pange this is ideal for the Open water diving courses, as it is calm and shallow. A series of large coral coral and tropical fish can be found, such as clown fish, parrotfish, Moorish Idol and many others. Many people here no night dives on the reef where you can see cuttlefish, squid, crabs and many other night dwellers.Travel to the northern tip of the island of Zanzibar and Leven Reef is located here and is probably the best reef off the coast of 'main island. Due to strong currents, this is only for experienced divers. What makes this reef so attractive is the array of reef and pelagic fauna includes Rhinobatidae, tuna, eels, barracuda, dolphins, and White Tip Reef Sharks. There are a variety of corals with clusters of honeycomb and pillar coral in Coral.Wattabomi eastern part of the island is excellent for snorkeling and diving beginner. The reef includes small reef fish, Regal Angelfish, Bluestreak, Cleaner Wrasse, eels and blue, moonlight. Flounders Wikipedia and plants, resting on its side in the sand. Most of the year, bottle, Spinner and Common Dolphins.This is only a guide to the archipelago of Zanzibar, there is much to offer for the novice or experienced divers. I would suggest perhaps two days and diving around the stone city and then go to the beaches and islands for the most interesting diving experiences.For more details see http://www.betheladventure.co.uk and a tourist information not view the support page responsible tourism and life changes http://www.tanzania-info.co.uk.