Golden Crown
Protected Area
Vanua Rakiraki, Ra
Why dive here
With 382+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, eagle rays, giant moray eels, humpback whales and sperm whales - Golden Crown offers some of Kadavu & Great Astrolabe Reef's richest pinnacle diving.
Golden Crown is a pleasant enough dive, a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon. The reef plateaus around 20 metres, making it an easy drift for beginners. We've seen plenty of reef sharks cruising through, the occasional turtle gliding past, and schools of bluefin trevally circling above the bommies. It’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s consistently good for a couple of tanks and a gentle introduction to Kadavu's underwater scene.
Typical Golden Crown Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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