This dive site is named after Anton Buchel, one of the first divers to explore 2 Mile Reef in the early 1980s. Located at the end of 2 Mile Reef, it’s a popular spot known for attracting large schools of fish on its northern side. Divers can expect to find a variety of corals, including plate and other types, as well as interesting marine life like Paperfish, Frogfish, Snow-capped Anemones, and shrimp.
Anton's
Popular reef with fish schools and excellent macro life.
Boat Access
12m Avg Depth
16m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Ambon Cleaner Shrimp
Leaf Scorpionfish
Snowflake Moray
Turtle
Triggerfish
Sea Anemone
Hard Coral
Frogfish
Butterflyfish
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Shallow maximum depth (16m) and typically mild conditions make it accessible for all levels, including beginners.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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