Nursery
Protected Area
Vanua Cokovata Nakorotubu
Why dive here
With 382+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, eagle rays, giant moray eels, humpback whales and sperm whales - Nursery offers some of Kadavu & Great Astrolabe Reef's richest diving.
The Nursery, true to its name, feels like a sheltered haven for new arrivals. Dropping down to a maximum of 14 metres, it’s a gentle introduction to Kadavu’s reef system, perfect for those getting comfortable with their buoyancy or just easing back into diving. We often find juvenile reef fish darting between the soft corals here, like tiny electric-blue damselfish and parrotfish just starting to show their adult colours. It’s a good spot for macro enthusiasts too, with nudibranchs and flatworms often tucked away if you take your time to look. Don't expect dramatic drop-offs or roaring currents, but for a relaxed, easy dive, it’s a solid choice.
Typical Nursery Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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