Tanzania · off Panza Island, south Pemba
Panza Wreck
Also known as: Paraportiani
Best time to dive
July to March; October to March
What you might see
- Napoleon wrasseLikely
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 - No - current and wreck penetration make this a scuba-only site
Safety notes
Strong/unpredictable currents even at slack tide; overhead environment inside wreck passages for divers attempting penetration; requires precise tide timing
Permits & fees
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Mkoani
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.