Hotel Zanzibar
Hotel Zanzibar
    • Zanzibar
      White hammock tied between wooden posts on a sandy beach with tropical flowers, palm trees, and turquoise ocean view
      Zanzibar

      The Jewel of the Indian Ocean Discover our Resorts & Hotels

    • Reef & Beach Resort
      Beachfront resort with turquoise sea and white sand, palm-lined grounds, thatched-roof pavilions, pools and balcony rooms.
      Reef & Beach Resort

      Located between the two villages of Jambiani and Makunduch, alongside 600 metres of seafront.

    • Paradise Beach Resort
      Tropical beachfront resort with white-sand beach, palm-shaded palapas, sun loungers, thatched villas and lagoon pool.
      Paradise Beach Resort

      Located in Marumbi, directly on a white sandy beach, with beautiful rooms in a traditional African style.

    • Zanzibar Bay Resort
      Tropical resort with yellow-accented rooms surrounding a large pool where guests enjoy swimming and lounging under umbrellas
      Zanzibar Bay Resort

      Located next to Paradise Beach Resort, Zanzibar Bay Resort offers 104 rooms in a serene and relaxed seaside environment.

    • Dream of Zanzibar
      Oceanfront resort with white two-story buildings and palm trees, sandy beach, turquoise sea, poolside loungers and shaded cabanas.
      Dream of Zanzibar

      A boutique-style luxury resort, perfectly positioned on the endless white sands of Uroa along Zanzibar’s east coast.

    • Shaba Boutique Hotel
      Bright four-poster bed with white linens, blue and gray pillows, yellow curtains, and towel swans with flower petals in airy room
      Shaba Boutique Hotel

      Situated within a charming, historic building, tucked away amongst the winding alleyways of Stone Town, just a 2-minute stroll from the waterfront.

    • North Tanzania
      A group of elephants grazing peacefully in lush green grassland, showcasing wildlife experiences in nature reserves.
      North Tanzania

      Explore Northern Tanzania. Iconic National Parks, Majestic Mountains and Cultural Encounters

    • Africa Safari Arusha
      Tropical hotel garden with lush greenery, thatched umbrella seating area, stone pathway, and cottages with green metal roofs
      Africa Safari Arusha

      Placed in a quiet environment, offering comfortable accommodation.

    • Africa Safari Karatu
      Thatched-roof lodge with outdoor seating and small pool, surrounded by green hills and clear blue sky with scattered clouds
      Africa Safari Karatu

      A luxury safari lodge located on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, offering a 180-degree view of the Ngorongoro Highlands.

    • Africa Safari Lake Natron
      Outdoor pool with stone deck and thatched umbrellas overlooking safari tents and a mountain under a partly cloudy sky
      Africa Safari Lake Natron

      A luxury safari lodge, accessible to the Northern Circuit National parks.

    • Africa Safari Maasai Boma
      Traditional thatched-roof hut in a natural setting with guests walking on a stone-lined path at sunset
      Africa Safari Maasai Boma

      Unique accommodation, not only because of its ideal location, but also due to its design.

    • Africa Safari Rift Valley
      Poolside with thatched umbrellas and wooden loungers, glamping tents beyond, lush lawn and bushland view
      Africa Safari Rift Valley

      Located on the south of Lake Manyara with the famous Great Rift Valley as its surroundings.

    • Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma
      Rustic safari tents with wooden roofs and outdoor seating in a grassy area, with a group of people in traditional Maasai attire nearby
      Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma

      Situated within the Serengeti Ecosystem and just 300 metres from the National Park.

    • Africa Safari Serengeti Kusini
      Luxury safari tents nestled near acacia trees with zebras and wildebeests grazing on the vast open savannah
      Africa Safari Serengeti Kusini

      A comfortable accommodation located in Southern Serengeti National Park, a famous location during the Calving Season.

    • Africa Safari Ngorongoro Ndutu
      Luxury safari tents with shaded verandas and wicker chairs set on green grass, with zebras grazing nearby under clear blue sky
      Africa Safari Ngorongoro Ndutu

      The ideal place to stay between Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.

    • Africa Safari Lake Manyara Escarpment
      Tented safari lodge with long rectangular pool and sun loungers on a raised stone terrace, hammocks and bushland views
      Africa Safari Lake Manyara Escarpment

      Perched on the dramatic escarpment cliff, Africa Safari Manyara Escarpment offers a breathtaking retreat where nature meets comfort.

    • South Tanzania
      Group of giraffes standing and grazing on a sunlit African savannah, one bending its long neck down to feed or nuzzle
      South Tanzania

      Discover the Hidden Treasures of Southern Tanzania. Remote Wilderness, Untouched Landscapes and Incredible Wildlife

    • Africa Safari Nyerere
      Resort pool with blue mosaic tiles, wooden deck and cushioned sunbeds beneath a thatched terrace by trees.
      Africa Safari Nyerere

      A luxury safari lodge located right next to Nyerere National Park, the perfect place to rest after your safari adventures.

    • Africa Safari Selous
      Outdoor round swimming pool with stone deck, shaded wooden pergola with white curtains and blue cushioned lounge chairs, surrounded by greenery
      Africa Safari Selous

      Situated just outside the Selous GR (Nyerere National Park) in southern Tanzania.

Summary

Explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean by joining a 3-Day PADI Open Water Course. This course includes all learning materials, a certificate, light lunch, fresh fruit, and drinking water.

Highlights

  • Explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean in Zanzibar!
  • Get your Diving Certificate after completing the course.
  • Experience four open water dives in the Indian Ocean
  • Explore the marinelife
  • Learn with a professional instructor

Full description

Start your diving adventure

Experience the underwater world from the Indian Ocean in Zanzibar and join us for a 3-Day PADI Open Water Course.

On the first day you will learn the theory. This course will start at 09.00 and finish at 16.00.

Learn with a professional instructor

The following day you will experience a pool session, to practice the theory you have learned the day before, and to prepare for the days ahead. The pool session will start at 9 and will finish at 12.00.

Explore the indian ocean and the marinelife

The next day you will enjoy two open dives at different locations. Explore the underwater world of the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar. One of the best diving sites in Africa!

After completing the course you will get a certificate which will allow you to dive to the maximum depth of 18 meters

During lunch time on all days you will enjoy a light lunch with fresh fruits. There will be drinking water available on the boat.

Includes

  • Equipment rental
  • light lunch
  • fresh fruits
  • drinking water
  • Professional Instructor
  • Boat transportation
  • Cruise

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (can be booked if wished)
  • Tip (optional)
  • 10 USD entrance fees
  • Certificate fee of 150 USD per person to obtain the Certificate after the course

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems

Meeting point

Look for the blue building with Eagle Ray Dive Center written on it.

Important information

Know before you go

  • Our driver will pick you up at the reception. Please kindly be ready at the reception of your hotel 5 minutes before departure time.

Contact

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