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Namua Island

Namua Island really is something special, especially if you’re newer to diving or just want a relaxed, beautiful day out. We love pulling up to this little islet, just off Upolu’s eastern tip, knowing what’s below. The fringing reef here is shallow, topping out at around 15 metres, but it’s dense with corals and we’ve had some fantastic encounters with green turtles munching away, seemingly unbothered by us watching them. Entry is usually a gentle drop from the boat, and once you’re down, it’s all about a slow drift over the reef. We often spot needle-tooth morays peeking out from rocky crevices, and the smaller stuff is everywhere if you take the time to look – we’ve seen everything from colourful Indian seahares to plenty of cowries, like the Carnelian and Porous. Keep an eye out for the pink whiprays often found resting on the sandy patches between coral bommies. Visibility here tends to be consistently good, often pushing 20 metres, making it a great spot for underwater photography, particularly for wide-angle shots of the reef structure. Dive it in the morning for the best light.