This dive site is a unique artificial reef constructed from thousands of tires bundled together in the 1970s. Although an environmental misstep, the structure now provides a habitat for a surprising amount of marine life, especially macro critters hiding in the crevices.
Tire Reef
Unique artificial reef made of tires, hosting abundant macro-life.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
15m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Yellowtail Damselfish
Brain Coral
Sergeant Major
Sponge
Green Moray
Trumpetfish
Frogfish
Spiny Squat Lobster
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow depth and typically mild currents make it very accessible.
Hazards:
boat trafficsharp objects
Current Strength:
Mild
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