Block 24 - Taveuni & Somosomo Strait

Block 24 isn't about grand vistas or plummeting walls. This is a site for the patient, the observant, and anyone who appreciates a good hunt for the little guys. We love dropping in right from shore, finning out just a few minutes, maybe 150 meters, and descending into a world of texture. The visibility often sits at a modest six meters, which honestly, just makes you lean in closer. That lower visibility is a blessing here. It forces your eyes to adjust, to pick out the details. We’ve spent hours here, meticulously combing through the extensive cabbage and potato coral, searching for the tiny things that thrive in that dense cover. Think brown-banded pipefish tucked amongst the branches, or the shy jebb's siphonfish flaring its delicate fins. Our pick for best time is definitely on an incoming tide; it seems to stir up the action, drawing in more of the wrasse and butterflyfish that patrol the reef. Look for the triangular butterflyfish, often in pairs, picking at the coral. This is a fantastic spot for macro photography, or just for slowing down your dive. You won’t be racing through; you’ll be hovering, peering under ledges for nudibranchs or perhaps a sleeping lobster. We've even had spotted eagle rays glide through the murk, a real treat when they appear like ghosts. For a relaxed, critter-focused dive, especially a night dive, Block 24 is excellent.

Location

Taveuni & Somosomo Strait, Fiji, Central & South Pacific

Coordinates

-17.318200, 178.175100

Type

reef

Marine Protected Area: Vanua Rakiraki, Ra