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Black Coral Wall

We’ve always had a soft spot for Black Coral Wall, and it's not just for the wispy, black coral bushes that give it its name. This isn't a dramatic vertical drop, but a gently sloping wall that peels away into the blue, punctuated by chunky rock formations. That topography creates plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Our favourite way to dive this site is to start shallower, maybe 10-12m, and just drift along, letting the current (usually mild here) carry us. Keep an eye out for horse-eye jacks patrolling the deeper edge of the wall, and the constant schooling grunts and schoolmasters that fill the water column. The black coral, often overlooked, is quite beautiful when you slow down and actually look at it – delicate fans and trees that wave in the slight surge. You’ll spot plenty of yellowhead wrasse darting between the corals and maybe a shy pygmy filefish camouflaged against a sponge. It’s a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who likes to take their time soaking it all in, rather than chasing big pelagics.