KISIMA MUNGU DIVE SITE BRIEFING

Kisima Mungu dive site dive briefing located north of the Baobab Mango end of the Diani dive sites level with Nomads Beach Bar on land. Fringing reef dive site leading on to Milele dive site in the south and Jadini dive site in the north. Deep and shallow mooring buoys available. Normally a very good dive site for turtles. View Dive Site coordinates on MyDiveSSI

Overview

Kisima Mungu, which means “God’s Well” in Swahili, is a deep and dramatic dive site located offshore from southern Diani. The reef rises from the sandy bottom at around 28 metres to a top edge at 14 metres. Its steep walls, overhangs, and drop-offs create a striking underwater landscape. Because of its depth and occasional strong currents, Kisima Mungu is best suited for experienced divers.

Marine Life and Terrain

The vertical reef walls are covered in colourful sponges, sea fans, and whip corals. Large schools of fusiliers and snapperswirl in the blue, while trevally and barracuda hunt along the edge. If you look closely in the crevices, you may spot lobsters, moray eels, or leaf scorpionfish.

Pelagic sightings are possible here. Eagle rays, grey reef sharks, and even the occasional marlin have been reported by lucky divers. The dramatic backdrop and depth make Kisima Mungu a favourite for wide-angle underwater photography.

Conditions and Highlights

Currents can be moderate to strong, especially on the outer edge, which adds to the site’s fish life and pelagic potential. Visibility is often excellent, particularly during the dry season. For advanced divers seeking a more adventurous Diani dive, Kisima Mungu delivers both excitement and spectacular scenery.

  • For- Beginners
  • Maximum Depth- 25m
  • Type of Water- Salt (Ocean)
  • Mooring Buoy-  ✔
  • Drift Dive-   ✗✔
  • Time to Dive Site From Ocean Tribe- 10 minutes
  • Marine Life- Lobsters, Turtles, White Mouth Moray Eels,Cuttlefish, Whale Sharks, Nudibranch, Box fish, Octopus, Guitar ray, Blue spotted rays, mantis shrimp, sweet lips. Very occasionally white tip reef sharks.
Kisima Mungu Dive Site Diani

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