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Salon

Salon is a standout, no question about it. For a site topping out at just 15 metres, it punches well above its weight, especially if you’re into the smaller, more unusual stuff. We’ve spent whole dives just combing that 80-metre stretch of reef, eyes peeled for the details. Forget the big pelagics here; think more about the boomerang triggerfish trying to look inconspicuous or the cigar wrasse doing its thing. The visibility averages around 11 metres, which is decent enough for this depth, and we’ve often found it better in the mornings before the wind picks up. It’s perfect for a relaxed dive, maybe even a long safety stop if you’ve been out deeper. Look closely among the corals for those leaf fish – they’re masters of disguise – and keep an eye on the sandy patches for Kuhl’s stingrays and, if you’re lucky, a spotted guitar shark cruising past. We love it for macro photography and just pottering about, soaking in the reef's intricacies. Definitely one for the calmer days.