Vatu Express
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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 - Vatu Express offers some of Kadavu & Great Astrolabe Reef's richest drift diving.
Vatu Express is a classic Kadavu drift, a good one for those who appreciate letting the reef come to them. We typically drop in and immediately feel that gentle push, gliding along a reef slope that holds plenty of the usual reef suspects – parrotfish picking at coral, groups of anthias shimmering near overhangs. The maximum depth of 23m means it’s a relaxed intermediate dive, good for getting comfortable with current. If you’re looking for a low-effort way to see a decent spread of Fiji’s reef fish, this drift does the job nicely.
Typical Vatu Express 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 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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