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  • The Founder's Journey



    Fun Divers Zanzibar was founded on a simple principle: to share the beauty of our islands through unmatched local expertise.

    As the very first locally owned PADI Dive Resort in Zanzibar and Pemba, we provide an authentic perspective that foreign-run franchises cannot replicate.

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Professional Team

Meet the Crew

Our professional dive center team is made up of Zanzibaris who grew up exploring these waters as fishermen. They have gained deep, generational knowledge of the reefs, tides, and marine life, ensuring you are guided by true masters of the local ocean.

Cholo

Owner & Diving Instructor

Hakim

Assistant

Hakim

Assistant

Mohammed

Assistant

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Our Values

Diving Safety Lifbuoy

Safety

Uncompromising adherence to PADI standards and rigorously maintained equipment.

Zanzibari Community

Community

Your booking directly supports the local Zanzibari families who operate the resort.

Zanzibar Conservation Value

Conservation

Dedicated to protecting the Indian Ocean ecosystems we call home.

Testimonials

Success Stories from our Divers

We are a certified PADI Dive Resort and an official Divers Alert Network (DAN) Industry Partner, trusted by hundreds of divers worldwide for our commitment to safety and excellence.

⭐ 4.7
Based on 353 Google Reviews
BMG Leitner
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This was my first diving class ever (open diver). It was an amazing experience. Shauri Is an outstanding instructor. He explained everything in detail with multiple repetitions and his underwater demonstrations were flawless. It made the whole course so enjoyable. 10/10
Kegan Reina
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Absolutely outstanding dive experience with Fun Divers Zanzibar! I brought a full group from my dive school in Estepona for a 7-day program — 4 days in Nungwi and 3 days in Pemba — and every single dive exceeded expectations. As someone who works in the dive industry and organizes group trips regularly, I can confidently say these guys operate at a truly professional level. Cholo, Mohammed, Isaac, and the… Absolutely outstanding dive experience with Fun Divers Zanzibar! I brought a full group from my dive school in Estepona for a 7-day program — 4 days in Nungwi and 3 days in Pemba — and every single dive exceeded expectations. As someone who works in the dive industry and organizes group trips regularly, I can confidently say these guys operate at a truly professional level. Cholo, Mohammed, Isaac, and the entire crew were exceptional from start to finish. Their briefings were clear, their knowledge of the sites was top-tier, and their attitude made every day on the water a pleasure. The equipment was in excellent condition, the groups were kept small, and safety was always a priority without ever losing the relaxed island vibe. We had incredible highlights throughout the week — dolphins on multiple dives, vibrant reefs, great visibility, and some of the best overall diving I’ve done in East Africa. Pemba especially was next-level. My group loved it so much that I’ll be organizing yearly trips with Fun Divers from now on. If you’re considering diving in Zanzibar or Pemba, stop searching — this is the team you want to be with. Thanks again to everyone at Fun Divers for an unforgettable experience. We’ll be back soon! — Kegan, Estepona Dive Center Read more
Iris van der Wal
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I had a great time diving! I did two try dives (in one day). It was my second time diving - I did a try-dive about 7 years ago. I have to say that I found the briefing a bit short. It was enough for me, as I remembered a lot from 7 years ago, but I can imagine that new-new divers might need a little more time to process… I had a great time diving! I did two try dives (in one day). It was my second time diving - I did a try-dive about 7 years ago. I have to say that I found the briefing a bit short. It was enough for me, as I remembered a lot from 7 years ago, but I can imagine that new-new divers might need a little more time to process all the information. Perhaps a little more explanation on the steps would be nice too (Like "now we try in the pool, if you feel ready, we will go on the boat"). I felt a little lost in between not knowing what was expected of me or what we were going to do next. The dives themselves were amazing. We dove near Tumbatu and I got down to 12 meters. The reefs are not very colorful, but nevertheless a joy to look at. We saw many (colorful) fish, like the lionfish and eel. I felt very safe with my dive buddy. He showed me some interesting fish & helped me get down (at the first dive I found it hard to swim down) to be closer to the coral. He let me swim quite independant (which I enjoyed), and never lost sight of me. In between te dives we got fruit & water. The sea was quite rough, but that was something that I very much enjoyed on the boat ride (but I can imagine it being hard for people who easily get seasick). Read more
Eleonora Gendelman
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From the very first contact, the communication with Fun Divers Zanzibar was exceptional — professional, fast, and clear. Every question was answered promptly, and the team really listened to our wishes, offering extra care and service beyond expectations. The team is incredibly welcoming and makes you feel looked after from the moment you arrive. A special mention to Cholo, who is an outstanding leader — calm, knowledgeable, and truly passionate… From the very first contact, the communication with Fun Divers Zanzibar was exceptional — professional, fast, and clear. Every question was answered promptly, and the team really listened to our wishes, offering extra care and service beyond expectations. The team is incredibly welcoming and makes you feel looked after from the moment you arrive. A special mention to Cholo, who is an outstanding leader — calm, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what he does. We travelled from South Africa specifically for three days of diving, and the experience was absolutely incredible. As requested, we had our own private dive masters, who took us to the best locations and made every dive feel special. We explored Tumbaku Island, Mnemba Island, and dive sites near Nungwi, each offering something unique and breathtaking. The underwater world was beautifully showcased, with attention to detail and exploration. What really stands out is how much the team genuinely cares about their guests. Safety is taken very seriously, without ever compromising the fun or the experience. You can clearly see that these are people who truly love what they do — and that energy translates into an unforgettable diving experience. 🐠 We will definitely come back and can highly recommend Fun Divers Zanzibar to anyone looking for a top-quality diving experience!!! 🤿🤍 Read more
Natália Brentano
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We had one of the best dive experiences of our lives with this dive center and honestly can’t recommend them enough. From start to finish, everything was great. They are true locals, with years of experience diving around the island, and it really shows in how well they know the best dive sites and conditions. What stood out most to us was their flexibility and professionalism. They were happy to… We had one of the best dive experiences of our lives with this dive center and honestly can’t recommend them enough. From start to finish, everything was great. They are true locals, with years of experience diving around the island, and it really shows in how well they know the best dive sites and conditions. What stood out most to us was their flexibility and professionalism. They were happy to dive on our terms, adjusting times and locations to what we wanted, which was something other dive centers we contacted were not willing to do. (However, take into consideration we booked in advance and not the day itself 😉) As experienced divers, my husband and I did a lot of research before choosing a dive center, and we’re so glad we chose them. The boat was great, the equipment was in good condition, and the entire team was incredibly friendly, skilled, and professional. We enjoyed diving with them so much that we ended up booking an extra day. To top it all off, we were lucky enough to see a shark on one of our dives (apparently extremely rare in Zanzibar!) and encountered dolphins on another; truly unforgettable moments. If you’re diving in Zanzibar, go with the locals and support them 💖 You’ll get an authentic, high-quality experience with people who genuinely care about what they do. Read more
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