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Operator page covering Chole Reef and the surrounding reef network.
Dive Spot Guide•
Chole Reef North
Relaxed Mafia Island reefbank with coral, fish, and turtle sightings.
Local operator required
Use a Mafia Island dive operator for boat access and tide-aware planning in Chole Bay.
Shallow reef slope in Chole Bay with easy conditions and colorful reef life; good for low-stress scuba.
About Chole Reef North
Chole Reef North is a relaxed reefbank dive on the Chole Bay side of Mafia Island, with a shallow top, a gentle slope, and a sandy end with coral rubble. It is a good choice for divers who want colorful coral, schools of reef fish, and regular turtle sightings without current-heavy planning. The dive suits a slow reef tour through structure and works best when you want scenery and marine life over adrenaline. It is the kind of site where buoyancy control matters more than speed.
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Research Estimate At Chole Reef North
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 11m
AccessSimple entry
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Chole Reef North?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Chole Reef North Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 17m
Depth Note
The reef starts shallow and slopes to a sandy end with coral rubble.
Best Season
October to February for the clearest water, with another good window in the cooler mid-year months.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reefbank, calm bay water, colorful coral, and generally comfortable reef-diving conditions.
Safety & Access At Chole Reef North
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Low visibilitySharp coral
Safety Notes
Keep a little buffer over the coral, watch your buoyancy in the shallows, and plan for modest visibility rather than open-water clarity.
Access Restrictions
Best reached with a local boat operator; conditions are calmer and clearer when the bay is settled.
Legal Notes
Follow Mafia Island Marine Park rules and the operator's briefings.
Local Intel For Chole Reef North
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Easy reef profile; stay close to the slope, keep buoyancy gentle over coral, and enjoy the reef life at a measured pace.
Freediving
Possible only in very calm, shallow water, but the site is mainly a scuba reef.
Snorkeling
The shallow top is snorkel-friendly on calm days, though the best structure is still underwater.
Wildlife at Chole Reef North
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Chole Reef North
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Chole Reef North
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility11m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
