Local dive-center media showing Sea Horse / Dumbéa pass coverage.
Boat-access outer-pass reef with rich fish life and pelagic action.
Boat-access outer-pass reef with rich fish life and pelagic action.
Sea horse is a boat-access outer-pass dive in the Dumbéa area, with a rich plateau above the reef that falls away into a deep drop-off. The site is known for heavy fish activity on the plateau and pelagic encounters offshore, making it a classic New Caledonia pass dive rather than a sheltered lagoon reef. Subject to swell and current, it suits divers who are comfortable planning around changing conditions.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 60m
Depth Note
A rich plateau above 10 m continues into a drop-off to about 60 m.
Typical Conditions
Subject to swell and current.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Subject to swell and current; plan for changing conditions and appropriate depth limits on the drop-off.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A shallow plateau leads to a deep wall-like drop-off reaching about 60 m, suitable for deeper profiles and pelagic spotting.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Local dive-center media showing Sea Horse / Dumbéa pass coverage.
Official tourism diving guide for New Caledonia.
Independent community listing for the same site.
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