Miniliths
Why dive here
With 309+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blue-spotted stingrays, oceanic whitetip sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales - Miniliths offers some of Quirimbas Archipelago's richest diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest February, March, December.
Miniliths in the Quirimbas Archipelago sits at a consistent 24 metres, making it an easy drift for newer divers looking for a mellow introduction to these waters. We’ve always found the name a bit charming, conjuring images of miniature ancient stones, though what you’ll actually find are a series of smaller coral heads and bommies scattered across a sandy bottom. Look closely amongst the coral, and you’re bound to spot a few moray eels peeking out, or perhaps a curious reef shark making a slow pass. It’s a solid spot for a relaxed dive, good for getting comfortable with the rhythm of the Indian Ocean here.
Typical Miniliths Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 24m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Miniliths
Miniliths Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Miniliths, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-11.02, 40.68) (43km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.1–28.9°C
Air Temperature
26°C
78°F
Wind Speed
7.15 m/s
13.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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