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Roche Zanana

Roche Zanana often gets billed as a beginner site, and sure, its 12-metre max depth makes it approachable, but we think that does it a disservice. This isn't just a shallow reef. It's a proper cave system, more of an underwater playground really. We love dropping down into those sand gullies, then ducking under rocky ledges and into tight swim-throughs. The real magic here is in the shadows. You'll find schools of sweepers, sometimes so dense they look like a shimmering curtain, hugging the cave ceilings. Keep an eye out for the smaller stuff too; we've spotted Emery's Pygmygoby and the colourful Zebra Eviota tucked into crevices. The Red lionfish are almost always lurking, looking incredibly dramatic against the darker rock. Our tip? Go slow. This site rewards patience. The visibility generally holds steady around 19m, making it easy to just drift and absorb the quiet, cool feel of the caves. It’s a site that proves shallower can still mean spectacular, and it’s a brilliant introduction to overhead environments without being intimidating.