© iStock/narvikk Diving in Tanzania There is a lot to see and do in Tanzania in addition to diving and Mount Kilimanjaro. The country is home (at least partially) to three of Africa’s Great Lakes. Lake Victoria, Lake Malawi and, Lake Tanganyika all can be accessed from Tanzania. There are over 100 languages spoken in the country although Swahili is the official language and English is commonly taught and used as well. The United Republic of Tanzania is a country located on the southeast coast of Africa and as famous for its safari as it is for being the home to Mount Kilimanjaro, which is the highest mountain on the continent of Africa. Tanzania is also a country of riches under the surface of the water, with the Indian Ocean coastline and spectacular Zanzibar Archipelago promising gin-clear waters and amazing diversity when it comes to marine life. Africa’s great rift valley lakes can also be found here, meaning that divers can choose between amazing lake diving, shore dives and liveaboards. Featured Training Centers TGI East AfricaCool ZanzibarDeep Zanzibar Diving Center This data is provided from the logbook information in the MySSI app Featured places to go in Tanzania © Shutterstock/HYS_NPPemba IslandPemba Island is also known as one of the best diving destinations in the world, with pristine coral gardens and an awe-inspiring variety of marine life.Learn more © Shutterstock/STORYTELLER MOIZ HUSEINMafia IslandMafia island has some of the most interesting and diverse underwater life in the entire region.Learn more © iStock/den-belitskyZanzibar IslandZanzibar is home to some amazing marine life and beautiful colorful coral reefs.Learn more © AqualungMnemba IslandExperience the amazing underwater world in peace here at Mnemba Island.Learn more © MaresPemba North WestPemba North West offers locations that are best for very experienced divers and some that are better for beginners.Learn more Dive Sites in Tanzania Travel Information for Tanzania Power Plug Type D, GCurrency TZSLanguage en, swElectricity 220VTimezone UTC-05:00 - UTC-03:00Network Provider Airtel/ZAIN/Celtel, Halotel/Viettel Ltd, TIGO/MIC, Zantel/Zanzibar Telecom Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves.