This dive site is a small cave offering an exciting experience. While direct entry into the cave isn't permitted, divers can approach close enough to observe sharks – often the highlight of the dive. Occasionally, manta rays and striped reef fish may also be spotted in the area. It’s generally considered a very rewarding dive.
Sharks Cave
Exciting cave dive known for frequent shark sightings.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
18m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
sharkmanta raycoral reef
Marine Life
Reef Shark
Snapper
Reef Fish
Nurse Shark
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Southern Stingray
Pufferfish
Reef Manta Ray
Jack
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Cave proximity and presence of large marine life require good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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