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OTAMA REEF

Otama Reef, just a stone's throw from Leigh, is our go-to when we want something easy and reliably fun. It’s a proper gentle intro, the sort of place you bring a new diver or just cruise for an hour. You wade in off a bright white sandy beach, no boat needed, and that sand stretches out into about 8 metres of water. We love heading left, where the small, broken reef patches gradually merge into bigger, kelpier structures the further you swim. What makes Otama special is how comfortable the fish are. The snapper here are bold, swimming right up to your mask. We've often had leatherjackets nibble our fins. Keep an eye out for a little snapper we call "Crooked Jaw" – he’s easy to spot and always seems to be around. Visibility averages 8 metres, sometimes more, sometimes less, but always enough to appreciate the kelp swaying and the little patches of reef. This site is perfect for photographers who want to get up close with friendly fish, or anyone who enjoys a relaxed dive without the fuss.