One Palm
Located on the southeastern part of the island, this captivating dive site is just a short 20-25 minute boat ride away from Kizimkazi in Tanzania. Nestled near a plateau, the boat will drop anchor in the crystal-clear waters that range from 6-8 meters deep. From there, divers will embark on an exciting underwater adventure, swimming alongside a vibrant array of coral on a steep slope. The depths of this site reach a maximum of 16-25 meters.
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life at this exceptional dive site. In addition to smaller fish, sightings of impressive barracudas and majestic reef sharks are not uncommon. One can almost always catch a glimpse of the mesmerizing bottlenose dolphins that gracefully swim through these waters.
With a mild to moderate current and remarkable visibility of 25-30 meters, this exceptional dive is suitable for divers of beginner to medium skill levels and beyond.
If you're seeking a remarkable dive experience, this enticing site will not disappoint. Hop on board a boat and prepare to immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater world just off the coast of Kizimkazi in Tanzania.
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life at this exceptional dive site. In addition to smaller fish, sightings of impressive barracudas and majestic reef sharks are not uncommon. One can almost always catch a glimpse of the mesmerizing bottlenose dolphins that gracefully swim through these waters.
With a mild to moderate current and remarkable visibility of 25-30 meters, this exceptional dive is suitable for divers of beginner to medium skill levels and beyond.
If you're seeking a remarkable dive experience, this enticing site will not disappoint. Hop on board a boat and prepare to immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater world just off the coast of Kizimkazi in Tanzania.
Diving Conditions Score for One Palm
7.3
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for One Palm
Depth
20m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for One Palm
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
17.2 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
9.6km
Cloud Cover
48%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
24.6°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for One Palm
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Dive Score Chart for One Palm
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.8319/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 17.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.1986/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at One Palm: 06:00
Sunset at One Palm: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at One Palm are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.98m (6s), Wind: 17.2 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 16.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for One PalmAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at One Palm
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for One Palm
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for One Palm
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for One Palm
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
May
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for One Palm
One Palm follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.3°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 28, 2026
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