This dive site, located on the northern side of Barren Island, features a substantial reef extending from the island’s rock face down to considerable depths. The reef boasts an impressive variety of coral formations, including layers of thick branching coral alongside other species. Divers can expect a rich and diverse underwater environment, with a significant array of marine life present.
Barren Island
Diverse coral reef with rich marine life near Keppel Islands.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
23m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Marine Life
Reef Fish
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Hard Coral
Sea Snake
Stingray
Nudibranch
Reef Shark
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Depth is suitable for AOW divers, but manageable for experienced Open Water divers with good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
depthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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