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Chromis Reef (middle)

Chromis Reef’s middle section is a quiet spot, often overshadowed by the larger sites nearby, but we always make time for it. We’ve found the best approach is to drop in close to the rock formations. You'll find overhangs and crevices there, perfect for spotting lobsters and big schools of glassy sweepers tucked away from the sun. The reef itself is a gentle slope, topping out at around 14 metres, which is why it’s fantastic for newer divers or for a relaxed second dive. The blue chromis here are everywhere, darting in and out of the corals – sometimes so many of them that they create a living current. We’ve also had great luck finding sharpnose puffers picking their way through the sponges, and on one memorable dive, a huge green moray poked its head out from under a plate coral, completely unfazed by us. Keep an eye out for mottled jawfish bobbing in their sand burrows; they’re pretty shy, but if you approach slowly, you might get a good look. It's not a site for big pelagics, but for a calm, colourful exploration, it’s a solid pick.