Your Private Adventures.
The Bawe Diving Center Way.

Dive, Cruise, Snorkel & Explore Zanzibar – Exclusively & Your Own Pace

Bawe Island

Explore From Your Private Island

Bawe Island is your starting point for discovering the beauty of Zanzibar — above and below the surface.

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Your Bawe Island | Your Private Experience | Your Island Adventure

Bespoke Experiences, Beautifully Curated for Unforgettable Moments Beyond the Ordinary

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Scuba Diving & SSI Diving Courses

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Snorkeling & Sand Bank Dhow Boat Cruises

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Prison Island Cruise & Zanzibar Quad Tour

Your Day | Your Boat | Your Experience

Professional Guiding. Personal service. The Indian Ocean.

Bawe Diving Center is the dedicated diving and ocean experience team serving guests staying on Bawe Island. We combine professional diving, SSI education, personalized service and a deep appreciation for the ocean to create experiences that feel effortless, personal and memorable.

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Private Diving

Your Dive | Your Way

Explore Zanzibar’s underwater world with a private diving experience tailored entirely to you. Whether you are an experienced diver or simply looking for a relaxed dive at your own pace, our private trips give you the freedom to enjoy the ocean away from the crowds. Private. Personal. Unforgettable.

Your Moment | Your Journey | Your Bawe Island

More Than a Dive Center

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Private Sand Bank & Snorkeling Cruise

Escape to Zanzibar’s turquoise waters on a private trip aboard a traditional dhow boat. Snorkel in beautiful tropical waters, relax on a secluded sandbank and enjoy the day at your own pace, with no fixed schedule and no crowds.

Your Dhow Boat. Your Day. Your Zanzibar.

$185 per person, for two people

Private SSI Basic Diver Course

Curious about scuba diving but not ready for a full course? SSI Basic Diver is the perfect introduction to the underwater world. Learn the basics with your private instructor and experience the incredible feeling of breathing underwater in a safe, relaxed and personal environment.
Your first dive will take place from a boat at a dedicated dive site, giving you the opportunity to experience the underwater world beyond the shore.


Your first breath underwater. Your Dive. Your moment.

$380 per person, for two people

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Private Quad Tour | Explore Zanzibar

Discover a different side of Zanzibar on a private quad adventure. Ride beyond the usual tourist routes, explore local villages and beautiful landscapes, and experience the island at your own pace.

Your Adventure. Your Pace. Your Zanzibar.

$230 per quad

Your Time | Your Choice | You Experience

Let Us Curate Your Ocean Experience

Staying at Bawe Island and looking to discover Zanzibar beneath the surface, explore its pristine waters or experience the island from a different perspective? Our dedicated team is here to create a personalised ocean experience, thoughtfully tailored to your interests, experience and individual preferences. Whether you envision private diving, bespoke snorkeling adventures or an exclusive boat excursion, we will take care of every detail—ensuring your experience reflects the exceptional standards of a five-star island retreat.

Share your wishes with us, and let us create something truly unforgettable.