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3 Rocks
Beginner-friendly Sosua Bay reef with coral pinnacles.
Scuba DivingSnorkelingBoatBeginner3m - 9.1m
Reef
Three Rocks is a short-boat Sosua Bay site with shallow coral pinnacles, calm water, and plenty of snorkel and scuba activity.
About 3 Rocks
Three Rocks is a boat-accessed Sosua Bay reef built around three coral-rock pinnacles over sand. It is a friendly beginner site with easy navigation, plenty of fish life, and enough structure for snorkel laps and relaxed photo dives. The reef also gives divers a simple path to follow and a good mix of calm shallow water and small rocky features.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Boat trafficSharp coral
Safety Notes
Surface markers help because snorkel tours and boats share the bay. Keep buoyancy tight around coral rock and stay aware on ascents.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; use a guide or tour operator and stay clear of surface traffic.
Legal Notes
Treat coral growth and nursery areas as no-touch zones and follow local conservation guidance.
Where Is 3 Rocks?
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Local Intel For 3 Rocks
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A good first-stop reef with easy navigation, coral rock pinnacles, and plenty of reef fish.
Freediving
The shallow profile can also work for freediving on calm days.
Snorkeling
One of the bay's go-to snorkel areas, with clear water around the rocks.
Wildlife at 3 Rocks
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At 3 Rocks
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility9.1m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral3/5 · Mixed health
Aquatic Life5/5 · Exceptional variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
