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Dive Spot Guide•
Kuata Back Reef
Kuata Back Reef is a current-led wall drift.
Short boat access, a current-led wall, and dense reef life make this a good fit for comfortable drift-diving.
About Kuata Back Reef
A short boat ride reaches Kuata Back Reef, a current-led wall dive that runs from the mooring line to the pickup point on either side of the reef. The wall is coral-heavy, with table, branching, and brain corals plus soft corals and anemones, and it suits divers who like a flexible drift profile, active reef life, and an easy-to-read route.
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Research Estimate At Kuata Back Reef
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Kuata Back Reef?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Kuata Back Reef Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 18m
Depth Note
Drift dive along the wall at any preferred depth, to a maximum of 18 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Current-driven drift along either side of the wall.
Safety & Access At Kuata Back Reef
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
This is a current-dependent drift dive; stay with the drift route from the mooring line to the designated pickup point.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only through the local dive operation.
Legal Notes
Managed within the resort marine sanctuary; follow local rules.
Local Intel For Kuata Back Reef
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Drift along the wall at your chosen depth, finishing at a pickup point; maximum depth is about 18 m.
Freediving
Scuba-first wall drift; freediving is only a fit for experienced teams with guide approval.
Snorkeling
Scuba-first wall drift; snorkeling is not the main use case.
Wildlife at Kuata Back Reef
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Kuata Back Reef
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Kuata Back Reef
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
