Danglebens Pinnacles

Best months: Jan–Dec

Protected Area

Soufriere/Scott's Head

Why dive here

With 266+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Danglebens Pinnacles offers some of Soufriere-Scotts Head Marine Reserve's richest reef diving. Water sits around 27°C.

Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Nurse Sharks · 266+ species recorded

Water27°C · warmest January, February, March

CharacterReef dive

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Hong Kong, in the Somosomo Strait, is one of those sites that just works. We’ve seen it described as a cityscape, and honestly, that’s not a bad comparison. A maze of pinnacles rises from around 13m, topping out near 6m. Dive it on an incoming tide, and the current carries you through these coral canyons. You’ll find yourself looking up, sunlight filtering through the gaps, with fusiliers swirling around the towering coral structures. What makes it special for us isn’t just the geography, it’s the sheer density of life in the cracks and crevices. Blacktip and whitetip reef sharks patrol the edges, and we've often seen schooling barracuda hanging in the bluer water just off the main pinnacles. Keep an eye out for green and hawksbill turtles resting on coral heads. The current keeps the hard and soft corals well-fed, so expect a riot of colour. We’ve spotted countless gobies and nudibranchs tucked into the sponges, and the Hoeven’s wrasse darting about are always a favourite. This site really shines for divers who appreciate navigating intricate reef structures and a lively current. It’s an engaging, dynamic dive that rewards a slow drift and keen observation.