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Little Cave Bay
Remote kelp-reef bay with a shallow top and condition-dependent access.
Boat-access bay on Fanal Island where easy reef diving depends on calm water and settled sea state.
About Little Cave Bay
Little Cave Bay is a remote bay on the southwestern point of Fanal Island, with a rocky kelp reef that starts shallow and slopes gradually to sand. It is easy when the sea is calm, and the small cave in one corner is more a local landmark than the main attraction. Schools of small fish, kelp cover, and the chance of stingrays make it a simple scenic dive rather than a technical one.
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Research Estimate At Little Cave Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 13m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeModerate surge
Where Is Little Cave Bay?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Little Cave Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
The reef top is shallow and slopes gradually to a sandy bottom around 30 m.
Best Season
Summer, with the calmest windows giving the site its easiest conditions.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef top, kelp-covered slope, sandy bottom, and a small cave in the corner; best on calm days.
Safety & Access At Little Cave Bay
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Plan around sea state and use conservative entries and exits when the water is moving.
Local Intel For Little Cave Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The site is a simple scenic reef dive rather than a dramatic wall or wreck. It works best as relaxed reef exploration when the bay is calm.
Recent Logged Visits At Little Cave Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Little Cave Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility13m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
