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Old Cleaning Station
Beginner training site with sharks and garden eels.
Scuba DivingShoreBeginnerUp to 13m
Reef
Local operator required
Access is usually handled by the islands' operator and is commonly used for training dives.
A Cocos beginner-friendly shore site with a sandy bottom, shallow profile, and regular encounters with reef sharks, dolphins, turtles, and garden eels.
About Old Cleaning Station
Old Cleaning Station is a Cocos shore-entry training site with a sandy bottom and a shallow profile. It is known more for reef sharks, dolphins, turtles, and garden eels than for the manta activity it once had.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Stay within training limits and keep an eye on the sandy bottom for garden eels. Reef sharks and turtles can still move through the site even though the manta use has faded.
Access Restrictions
Best for calm training conditions and beginner-friendly shore access.
Legal Notes
Follow the local operator briefing and marine-park rules.
Where Is Old Cleaning Station?
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Local Intel For Old Cleaning Station
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Scuba Diving
Often used for training dives.
Wildlife at Old Cleaning Station
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At Old Cleaning Station
Access · 4/5Simple entry
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Coral · 2/5Some damage
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Aquatic Life · 4/5Great variety
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Facilities · 2/5Limited facilities
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Crowd / Popularity · 3/5Moderate
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Current · 1/5No current
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Surge · 1/5Flat calm
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- VisibilityResearch estimate
- 18m
