Extasy - Prony Bay

Kat's Kables always feels like a bit of a treasure hunt, and that's why we love it. The real draw here isn't just the resident parrotfish or the occasional sleepy whitetip reef shark tucked under a ledge, it’s the sense of history. You're swimming over these old communication cables, relics from when Direction Island was the internet hub of the Indian Ocean. It’s a strange juxtaposition, seeing the vibrant corals growing right alongside this chunky, industrial-looking cable disappearing into the blue. We usually drop in and follow the cable, keeping an eye out for mantas cruising by in the deeper water. The coral growth here, particularly the Cauliflower and Montipora, is really something. Look closely among the coral bommies for the smaller stuff, like the adorable Reef Margin Blenny or a well-camouflaged Coral Hawkfish. Visibility often pushes past 25 metres, giving everything a lovely, clear definition. This site is perfect for those who appreciate a bit of unique history with their reef dive, offering a gentle drift over a healthy reef with an interesting twist.

Location
Prony Bay, New Caledonia, Australasia
Coordinates
-22.735700, 166.695700
Type
cave

Marine Protected Area: Parc du Grand Lagon Sud

Best Time to Dive in Prony Bay

The warmest water temperatures in Prony Bay occur in February, averaging 27.4°C. The coolest conditions are in August at 22.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 27.0°C
  • February: 27.4°C
  • March: 27.4°C
  • April: 26.5°C
  • May: 24.6°C
  • June: 23.4°C
  • July: 22.5°C
  • August: 22.0°C
  • September: 22.6°C
  • October: 23.6°C
  • November: 25.0°C
  • December: 26.5°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Prony Bay

Nearest Dive Centres to Extasy

Marine Life in Prony Bay

Home to 84 recorded species including 62 reef fish, 7 sea cucumbers, 4 sharks & rays, 3 seagrass & algae, 3 whales & dolphins, 2 clams & mussels.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Extasy

Based on average water temperature of 24.9°C, currents 6 cm/s.

  • Shorty or Rashguard - warm 25°C water needs minimal exposure protection
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories