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Marble Arch

Marble Arch is one of those sites we always recommend to newer divers who want to feel like they’re doing something a bit more adventurous. It’s a series of sandy-bottomed swim-throughs, not exactly caves, but definitely an enclosed space that’s a thrill to navigate. You’re never really in the dark, just moving through these beautiful, sculpted rock formations. We’ve spotted everything from curious Sunburst Butterflyfish darting in and out, to the occasional sleepy Porcupine puffer tucked into a crevice. Our favourite part is always gliding through the main archway; the light filters down in these incredible shafts, making the sand glow. Visibility here averages around 11 metres, which is plenty for appreciating the scale of the arches and spotting the various rays and guitarfish often resting on the sandy bottom. Keep an eye out for nudibranchs if you’re into macro, there are usually a few colourful ones clinging to the walls. It’s a great spot to practise buoyancy, and a genuinely fun dive for anyone comfortable in confined spaces.