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9 Mile Coral Tree

Nine Mile Coral Tree, for us, is all about the ambience. It’s got this serene, almost ethereal feel, especially when the current is gentle. We love dropping onto the reef and immediately seeing the resident green tree coral, it’s a stunning landmark. The reef here, topping out at around 20 metres, is a sprawling coral garden where you can really slow down and appreciate the details. On a good day, the visibility stretches past 20 metres, letting the sunlight dapple through the water, making the fusiliers and rainbowfish shimmer. Keep an eye out for honeycomb stingrays cruising over the sandy patches between the coral bommies. We’ve had fantastic encounters with common false morays here, tucked into crevices, their heads poking out with that perpetually grumpy expression. It's a site that rewards patience, perfect for those who enjoy taking their time to spot the smaller stuff like blennies and the surprisingly vibrant flat needlefish. If you're hoping for sailfish or scalloped hammerheads, you’ll need a bit of luck and a watchful eye into the blue, but the reef itself is the main draw.