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Jetty House Reef Naya Gawana

The Jetty House Reef at Naya Gawana is exactly what it sounds like, a house reef right off the jetty. We love a site with easy access, and this one delivers. Drop in off the resort's own jetty and you're immediately in the action, no long boat ride required. It’s an excellent spot for macro enthusiasts, especially those who appreciate a good hunt. Maximum depth is around 12 meters, so you have plenty of bottom time to really scour the artificial reef structures, which are essentially metal and concrete frames. These structures have done a brilliant job of attracting a host of critters. We often find Bloodspot pipefish tucked into crevices and Gardiner's Headshield slugs slowly making their way across the coral. The visibility averages about 7 meters, which sounds low, but for macro diving, it's often a bonus, really focusing your eye on the small stuff rather than expansive vistas. We’d suggest going early morning before the sun gets too high; the light plays nicely through the water, illuminating all the tiny details. Keep an eye out for young Estuary cod sheltering in the nooks. It's a peaceful dive, perfect for photographers or divers who prefer a slow, methodical pace over zooming around.