Shallows

Type:

Scuba DivingSnorkeling

Entry:Unknown

Difficulty:Beginner

Tags:

LagoonReef

About This Dive Spot

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.

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Described as a shallow lagoon site used for try scuba and Open Water Dive 1.

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Frequently used for try scuba experiences and Open Water training dive 1.

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Spots Near Shallows

📍 1.8 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.

📍 2.0 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.

📍 2.5 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.

📍 2.5 km

Agatti Edge

Not Set

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.

📍 2.8 km

Water Line

Not Set

A sloping reef dive on the eastern side of the island, beginning around 8 m and descending to roughly 20 m where it meets a sandy patch. The site is typically dived as a gentle drift, making for an easy, relaxed profile. The slope features numerous bommies and hard coral patches that shelter juveniles and reef fish. Schools of snapper and sea chubs are commonly seen around the coral, with trevally and emperor fish also present while hunting.

📍 3.1 km

Eastern Jetty

Not Set

An easy, shallow dive on the eastern side of the island near the jetty, following a sandy slope that runs beneath the jetty. It is commonly used as a check dive and for early open-water training dives. The slope is covered in hard coral with patches of white sand and plenty of reef fish activity, including schooling species.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best entry point at Shallows?

Entry at Shallows 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 Shallows?

Optimal conditions at Shallows 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 Shallows?

Depth and visibility information for Shallows 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 Shallows?

When diving Shallows, 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.