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Middle Reef

Middle Reef, just off the coast, is one of those places that grows on you. It doesn't scream for attention like some of the dramatic wall dives, but for sheer fish volume and the chance to just *be* in the water, it’s a solid pick. We love drifting here, letting the gentle surge carry us over the corrugated coral. Look closely and you’ll spot Argus Groupers peeking from under ledges, their spots almost blending in with the rock. Our favourite moments are when the schooling Banded Goatfish sweep past, a shimmering silver river. You’ll always see a Spotted Unicornfish or two, and the Clown Butterflyfish are ridiculously photogenic against the green sea lettuce. If you’re lucky, a Whitetip Reef Shark might cruise by, a calm, unbothered presence. The shallower sections are great for getting lost in the smaller stuff-the little Ornamented Wrasses flitting about, or trying to spot a shy Hedgehog sea urchin. We’d suggest going in the morning; the light catches the Pavona coral just right, making it glow. It’s a site that rewards a slow pace, letting the reef unveil itself.