This site lies north of Makadi Bay and features a fringing reef that transitions from a shallow reef slope to a broad plateau before dropping away as a steep wall into deep water. Typical dive profiles explore the outer edge of the wall and then return into the shallower areas. Divers can see pelagic life along the wall, with large table corals providing shelter for schooling fish. Moray eels and reef sharks are also encountered, and stonefish may be present.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 70m
Depth Note
Reef slope to about 15 m, plateau around 22 m, then a steep drop to roughly 70 m.
Typical Conditions
Often light to medium current from the north.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Currents are often light to medium from the north. The wall drops quickly into deep water; maintain depth control and monitor gas closely. Take care around stonefish and give reef sharks space.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Typical route follows the outside of the steep slope and then returns into the shallower reef and plateau.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
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