The Pond
Protected Area
Dunde
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 - The Pond offers some of Gizo & Western Province's richest diving.
The Pond, near Gizo, is exactly what it sounds like – a calm, sheltered spot perfect for newer divers or a relaxed second dive. It’s a shallow bowl, bottoming out around 21 metres, with plenty of smaller reef fish darting amongst the coral bommies. We’ve spotted everything from curious anemonefish to small reef sharks cruising lazily along the bottom. The visibility here is usually very reliable, making it an excellent place to practice buoyancy or just unwind in the warm Solomon Islands water.
Typical The Pond 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 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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