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Dip n Scrub

Dip n Scrub on the south side of Cooper Island is one of those sites that just feels right for a second dive of the day. It’s got a lovely, relaxed vibe. We usually tie up to the buoy and head east, following the wall that drops gently to about 16m. The current often pushes us along here, so it’s an easy drift, just watching the reef pass by. What we love about Dip n Scrub is how close you can get to the smaller stuff. We’ve spent ages here picking out Butterbuns and Orangespotted Filefish, and if you’ve got good eyes, the Lamellose Wentletraps are everywhere on the gorgonian fans. The pillar corals are really chunky, like big mushrooms, and they provide great shelter for blennies and little hamlets – especially the Barred and Banded ones. Keep an eye out for the big nurse sharks too, tucked under ledges. Visibility hovers around 14m, good enough to take in the sprawling formations of Boulder Brain Coral and the busy schools of Creole Wrasse and Blue Chromis. This site is perfect for a chilled-out exploration, especially if you’re into macro life and want to take your time.