12-30m
    Port Vila & Efate, Vanuatu
    Hideaway Island

    The Abyss

    Best months: May–Aug

    Protected Area

    Hideaway Island

    Why dive here

    With 306+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dugongs, dwarf minke whales, eagle rays and giant moray eels - The Abyss offers some of Port Vila & Efate's richest drift diving. Water ranges 26-29°C, warmest January, February, March.

    Best timeMay–Aug
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dugongs, Dwarf Minke Whales, Eagle Rays and Giant Moray Eels · 306+ species recorded
    Water26-29°C · warmest January, February, March
    CharacterDrift dive · max 12-30m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Abyss really stands out for its sheer volume of healthy coral cover. Drop down to around 15 metres and you're immediately enveloped by massive plate corals and intricate branching formations. It’s a site that feels alive, a genuinely lush reefscape that’s sadly rarer these days. We always find ourselves lingering here, just watching the reef breathe. Visibility averages a decent 18 metres, often more, so you get great perspective on those sprawling corals. Look closely and you’ll spot Freckled Anglerfish tucked amongst the sponges, or the curious darting of a Three-lined Blenny. We especially love it for night dives; the reef transforms, with Banded Goatfish rooting around and the chance to see a feathery Ornate Pitar Venus extending its siphons. It’s a relaxed dive, usually minimal current, maxing out at about 24 metres if you follow the gentle slope, making it a solid choice for almost any skill level looking for a vibrant coral fix.

    Typical The Abyss Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m12m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    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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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Abyss

    The Abyss Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for The Abyss, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-17.71, 168.26) (1km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27°C

    80°F · Range: 25.6–28°C

    Air Temperature

    24°C

    76°F

    Wind Speed

    5.5 m/s

    10.7 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.1 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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