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Devil’s Kitchen

Devil’s Kitchen always makes us smile. You drop onto a sprawling coral reef that, honestly, looks a bit like Swiss cheese – all those cut-outs and channels just beg to be explored. We love nudging our way through the tighter spots, especially that "punchbowl" formation, keeping an eye out for a grumpy lobster or an octopus tucked into a crevice. Visibility here usually sits around 10 meters, which feels cozy, not restrictive, perfect for spotting the smaller stuff like a camouflaged Stippled Clingfish or the elegant Tube Coral. Our pick for the best time to dive is definitely early morning; the grunts and snappers are still a bit sleepy and easier to observe around the bigger boulders. Watch for those brilliant French Grunts schooling in the overhangs. The maximum depth of 17 meters means it’s a calm, relaxing dive, good for taking your time and really appreciating the details. It suits divers who enjoy a more intimate reef experience, those who like to poke around and find things rather than just drift by.