This dive site is a gently sloping reef, living up to its name with an abundance of green and hawksbill turtles often found feeding and resting. Its shallow depths and calm conditions make it an easy, rewarding dive for all levels, offering fantastic photo opportunities with the turtles amidst the colorful corals.
Turtle Playground
Shallow coral reef famous for its resident sea turtles.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
25m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Excellent
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Brought to you by The Reef Dive Resort - Mataking Island
Plan Your Visit
turtlecoral reefbeginner friendlywide anglemacro photography
Marine Life
Anemonefish
Nudibranch
Bluespotted Fantail Ray
Green Sea Turtle
Reef Shark
Australian Giant Cuttlefish
Hawksbill Turtle
Frogfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depth and typically mild currents make it suitable for everyone, including beginners and photographers.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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