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Abyss

Abyss is a solid dive out near Nosy Iranja, about a 40-minute speed boat ride from Nosy Be. We tend to hit it when the tide's on its way up, which seems to bring out the bigger stuff. The main draw here is a wall, really, but what makes it stand out is the sheer number of fan corals plastered all over it. They're everywhere, making for some great wide-angle shots. You'll find the top of the drop-off around 18-20 metres, and that's where we’ve often spotted humphead parrotfish cruising the edge, along with schools of jacks and the occasional tuna zipping by. Mantas also show up here, though they’re never a guarantee. It’s a good spot for a relaxed drift and some impressive coral scenery.