M’Pai Bay house reef

Shallow, protected house reef ideal for beginners and macro life.

Shore Access
3m Avg Depth
7m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is the house reef of M'Pai Bay, offering exceptionally easy access directly from the beach. With a maximum depth of 7 meters and an average of 3 meters, it's perfectly suited for try dives, beginner courses, and leisurely exploration. The site is characterized by protected, calm conditions, making navigation straightforward over its small coral reef, ideal for new divers to gain confidence.

The M'Pai Bay house reef is teeming with diverse marine life, particularly smaller critters. Divers can expect to encounter numerous parrotfish and schools of fusiliers, alongside interesting porcupine and puffer fish. It is also a known spot for macro enthusiasts, boasting a good variety of nudibranchs and many other small, fascinating creatures hidden within the corals.

Due to its protected nature and shallow depth, this dive site is suitable for diving year-round, offering consistent easy conditions. It is a highlight for anyone seeking a relaxed dive or snorkel, particularly for underwater photography focused on macro subjects. Freedivers will also find the calm, shallow waters ideal for practice and observing marine life without extensive breath-hold requirements.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Maximum depth 7m, easy access, protected conditions, perfect for try dives and beginner courses.

Current Strength:

Mild

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