Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Diving
Most diving takes place off the islands of Maskali and Moucha in the Gulf of Tadjoura (
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, where you'll find a variety of dive sites for all levels. There's also a handful
of spectacular sites scattered along the shoreline of the Bay of Ghoubbet, furthest west.
You'll find two professional dive centres staffed with qualified instructors who speak
English.
Dolphin
( 21350313, 77825318;
www.dolphinservices.com
; Blvd de la République)
This well-
organised dive shop offers a full menu of underwater adventures, including introductory
dives, day trips to Moucha Island and the Bay of Ghoubbet (from DFr17,700), snorkelling
trips and certification courses. From November to March, Dolphin also operates a live-
aboard dive boat that schedules regular trips around the Gulf of Tadjoura.
DIVING, SNORKELLING
Le Lagon Bleu
( 21250296, 21325555, 77826119;
www.djiboutidivers.com
;
closed Aug)
The main
office is based at Djibouti Palace Kempinski but the dive centre is on Moucha Island (
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.
DIVING, SNORKELLING
Kitesurfing
The steady winds that buff the Gulf of Tadjoura make kitesurfing hounds go ga-ga - but
don't be put off; it's also a great place to learn. For beginners, Île de la Tortue, near the in-
ternational airport, is a hot favourite, with shallow waters and more manageable breezes
(about 15 knots).
Djibouti Kitesurf
( 77828614, 21357233;
www.djiboutikitesurf.com
)
Chat with Dante Kourallos to get
hooked up with the how-to. Tuition and courses for all levels can be arranged, as well as a
half-day 'discovery' session (DFr20,000, minimum six people). For experienced kitesur-
fers, two- to three-day excursions to the Bay of Ghoubbet can be arranged between Octo-
ber and May (from DFr50,000, minimum 12 people).
KITESURFING
