Talpe Reef
Protected Area
Rumassala SAN
Why dive here
With 91+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, giant moray eels, humpback whales, orcas and sea turtles - Talpe Reef offers some of Hikkaduwa & South Coast's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
Talpe Reef sits at 15m, a substantial natural reef just off the coast. We’ve found plenty of snapper here, along with moray eels tucked into the coral. It’s a good spot for a relaxed dive, suitable for newer divers or those looking for an easy second plunge. Visibility can be decent, often around 10-15m on a good day.
Typical Talpe Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Talpe Reef
Talpe Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Talpe Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (6.45, 79.98) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 27.7–30°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
5.07 m/s
9.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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