Dive-site story
Located off the perimeter of Mnemba Atoll in Zanzibar, Small Wall is a steep reef drop-off that descends into sandy ocean floor. Divers drift along coral-encrusted ledges, crevices, and gorgonian fans while keeping an eye out into the blue for pelagic visitors.
Steep wall section draped in sea whips, soft corals, and sponges
Frequent encounters with green turtles resting on reef shelves
Passing pods of bottlenose dolphins occasionally heard or spotted in the open water
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and optimal visibility typically align with the northeast monsoon period and transitional shoulder months.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Orbicular batfishPlatax orbicularis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted stingrayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant morayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphinTursiops aduncus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
