Mbelo Mbelo
Protected Area
Ha'apai
Why dive here
With 292+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, sperm whales and whitetip reef sharks - Mbelo Mbelo offers some of Gizo & Western Province's richest reef diving.
Mbelo Mbelo, near Gizo, offers a relaxed dive, perfect if you’re looking for an easy afternoon. It’s a gentle slope down to 25 meters, quite straightforward for beginners or anyone wanting a stress-free dive. You'll often spot smaller reef fish darting among the hard corals, and occasionally a turtle might cruise by. We’ve found the visibility here to be reliably good, making it a pleasant spot for just taking it all in.
Typical Mbelo Mbelo 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 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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