This dive site, Police Beach, is a renowned snorkeling area on Gaya Island, primarily accessed via boat tours. Its extensive shallow waters, with a maximum depth of 10 meters and an average of 5 meters, make it an ideal spot for beginners and snorkelers. Divers can explore a rocky seabed dotted with reef formations, offering a relaxed environment for underwater exploration.
Despite a predominantly rocky seabed rather than extensive coral gardens, Police Beach hosts a diverse array of reef species. Visitors can expect to encounter numerous colorful reef fish such as parrotfish, damselfish, and wrasse, along with various invertebrate species like crabs and shrimp, thriving among the rocky crevices. While not known for large pelagics, the abundance of smaller life makes it interesting for close observation.
The best time to visit Police Beach is generally during the dry season, from March to October, when the weather is calmest and visibility typically at its best. Its shallow, calm waters are perfect for beginner divers looking to gain experience and for freedivers seeking easy access to marine life. Snorkelers will particularly enjoy the abundance of reef species observable just beneath the surface.
