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Conservation overview for the Vatu-i-Ra Park with no-take zoning and biodiversity context.
Dive Spot Guide•
Taylor’s Cross
Cross-shaped ridge and pinnacles with sea fans and tide-timed water.
Local operator required
A local operator is the practical way to handle boat access, tide timing, and park entry.
A cross-like ridge and pinnacles give Taylor’s Cross an open reef profile, from a shallower top section to a sandy finish with sea fans.
About Taylor’s Cross
Taylor’s Cross is a cross-like ridge with pinnacles and a broad open reef profile. The site starts on a shallower section before running down to a sandy bottom with large sea fans. That shape makes it a flexible tide-timed reef for divers and experienced snorkelers who are comfortable with moving water. The wider park setting is known for coral-rich structure, strong marine life, and a dynamic current-affected environment.
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Research Estimate At Taylor’s Cross
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Taylor’s Cross?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Taylor’s Cross Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
Starts around 6 msw and descends to a sandy bottom at about 30 msw.
Best Season
April through September is the broader sweet spot, with incoming tide timing especially important at Taylor’s Cross.
Typical Conditions
Expect a tide-timed reef with stronger water movement than a calm bay and generally good visibility.
Safety & Access At Taylor’s Cross
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeStrong current
Safety Notes
Incoming tide and stronger flow can change the feel of the site quickly, so match the dive to conditions and experience level.
Access Restrictions
Boat access and park-entry rules apply.
Legal Notes
The park is managed with no-take zones and visitor contributions that support conservation.
Local Intel For Taylor’s Cross
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth ranges from about 6 m down to 30 m along a ridge with pinnacles; best on an incoming tide.
Freediving
Only the shallowest section could suit very experienced freedivers; this is primarily a scuba site.
Snorkeling
Experienced snorkelers can use the shallower top section, but this is not a snorkel-first site.
Wildlife at Taylor’s Cross
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Taylor’s Cross
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Taylor’s Cross
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
