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Turtle Reef

Turtle Reef, despite its slightly misleading name – we’ve never seen a turtle here, and honestly, we’re not expecting one – is a really solid dive for anyone looking for pretty corals and interesting critters. It’s not deep, topping out at about 18 metres, which means plenty of bottom time to drift over the gently sloping reef. We love this site for its hard coral variety; there are some beautiful formations, home to an impressive collection of smaller reef fish. You’ll see Indo-Pacific sergeants darting amongst the coral heads and groups of manini weaving through the branches. Keep an eye out for the more unusual shells too – we’ve spotted granular frog shells and various cowries, including the beautiful carnelian cowry, tucked into crevices. The visibility averages around 19 metres, which is decent enough to appreciate the details without feeling like you’re in an aquarium. It’s a wonderfully relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or divers who just want to take their time exploring a vibrant, healthy reef system.