Leven Bank

Best time to dive

October to February; June to September

What you might see

• BarracudaLikely
• Manta rayLikely
• Moray eelReliably seen
• NudibranchLikely
• Whale sharkLikely

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Certification & difficulty

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkelling

Not a snorkel site - Not viable - offshore seamount dive in open water with strong currents and depth, unsuitable for snorkeling

Safety notes

Very strong, unpredictable currents; large swell potential in the open channel; significant depth exposure; only offered by operators on calm-weather days and specific tides

Permits & fees

No dedicated marine park fee identified; standard dive operator charges apply, though Leven Bank is often sold as a premium add-on trip - VERIFY

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Nungwi