This dive site features a gently sloping reef that bottoms out on a sandy bed, making it ideal for training and relaxed dives. It is particularly known for its excellent macro life, including various nudibranchs, ghost pipefish, and crustaceans hidden amongst the corals. The shallow areas are also perfect for snorkelers to enjoy the vibrant reef.
Gaya Strip
Sloping reef with great macro life, ideal for all levels.
Boat Access
14m Avg Depth
22m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Fair
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Anemonefish
Common Lionfish
Snowflake Moray
Porcupinefish
Clownfish
Soft Gingerbread Hem Star
Ornate Ghostpipefish
Bluespotted Fantail Ray
Frogfish
Hard Coral
Nudibranch
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
all levels
Gentle slope with mild currents, suitable for training and experienced divers.
Hazards:
boat trafficseasonal jellyfish
Current Strength:
Mild
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