Agatti Edge

Type:

Scuba DivingFreediving

Entry:Unknown

Difficulty:Intermediate

Tags:

ReefWall

About This Dive Spot

This site sits along the lagoon edge, starting on a gentle slope that drops from about 8 m to around 35 m. Along the way there is a wall section near 12 m before the terrain eases back into a gradual descent. The slope is covered with coral-rich reef with occasional sandy patches. Sightings can include rays, reef sharks, tuna, moray eels, and a mix of reef fish such as triggerfish, snappers, and groupers.

Planning details

Reported depth and seasonality.

Reported depth

8m - 35m

Depth note

Gently sloping reef from 8 m to 35 m with a wall section around 12 m before continuing to deeper water.

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Hazards

Dangerous wildlife

Safety notes

Includes depth to 35 m and the possibility of reef sharks and rays; plan gas and depth limits accordingly.

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Scuba

Profile starts shallow around 8 m and can extend to about 35 m, with a wall feature near 12 m.

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Spots Near Agatti Edge

📍 1.9 km

Trigger’d

Not Set

A lagoon-edge dive around Agatti Island that slopes gradually into deeper water, with scattered sandy patches. The area is known for abundant triggerfish and includes a few small caves where groupers are often seen. Divers may also encounter stingrays, snappers, angelfish, tuna, rainbow runners, jobfish, and moray eels.

📍 2.5 km

Shallows

Not Set

A shallow dive site in a lagoon, featuring white sand and seagrass beds with a few bommies scattered across the bottom. It is commonly used for try scuba experiences and early open-water training dives. Marine life is centered around the bommies and seagrass, with many juvenile reef fish. Turtles may be seen grazing on the seagrass, and rays can rest on the sand near the bommies.

📍 3.7 km

Oval

Not Set

A shallow, oval-shaped patch of bright white sand that’s used for practicing in-water skills. The sand area is bordered by reef and coral, creating a protected-feeling training-style dive environment. The surrounding reef supports colorful reef fish along with larger reef visitors such as turtles and moray eels, with corals including staghorn and table corals.

📍 3.7 km

Neptune’s Balcony

Not Set

Neptune’s Balcony is a deep reef dive on Agatti’s western reef featuring sloping terrain that begins around 20 m, a distinct drop-off at about 40 m, and walls continuing down to nearly 60 m with white sand below. A highlight is swimming out from the 40 m drop-off to view the “balcony” formation from a distance. Visibility is commonly 25 m or more.

📍 4.4 km

Satelite Point

Not Set

A shallow, open-water dive site featuring a sandy patch suitable for practicing skills, bordered by reef. The surrounding reef has abundant fish life and includes notable staghorn and table corals.

📍 4.6 km

Butterfly Valley

Not Set

This dive begins over a clean sand patch around 10 m, with reef on both sides and a gradual slope down to about 24 m. At the edge of the island the bottom forms a cliff, with an additional drop of roughly 10 m beyond it. Two small pinnacles sit in the shallows and are known for schools of redtail and threadfin butterflyfish, along with snappers, stingrays, and angelfish. Current direction can change around the cliff depending on the tide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Agatti Edge?

Entry at Agatti Edge is detailed in the spot description above. Look for specific landmarks, access paths, and any tide or condition requirements. Local divers often share updated entry tips in their dive logs.

What conditions are best for diving Agatti Edge?

Optimal conditions at Agatti Edge depend on several factors including tide, wind, and season. Check recent dive logs for current condition reports and patterns. Generally, calmer seas and high tide provide better visibility and easier entry.

What is the maximum depth and typical visibility at Agatti Edge?

Depth and visibility information for Agatti Edge can be found in the spot details and recent dive logs. Conditions can vary significantly based on weather, tide, and season. Always plan your dive according to current conditions and your certification level.

Are there any safety considerations or local etiquette at Agatti Edge?

When diving Agatti Edge, respect local regulations, marine life, and other water users. Be aware of any specific hazards like currents or boat traffic mentioned in the spot description. Follow Leave No Trace principles and local diving etiquette.