This dive site, known as Hammer Time, is a remarkable location renowned for its frequent sightings of magnificent hammerhead sharks. The best time to visit this area is between November and April, when these incredible creatures are most likely to be observed. This advanced dive begins with a negative entry from the boat and a descent into the water, drifting along a vibrant reef teeming with life. Divers will have the opportunity to explore the underwater landscape, searching for barracuda, moray eels, and frogfish. A guide will actively scan the deeper blue waters in search of eagle rays and, hopefully, more hammerhead sharks – they may appear close to the reef or further out at sea. The reef itself is covered in a diverse array of hard corals, offering a stunning visual experience. The dive offers a chance to witness these fascinating animals in their natural habitat.
Hammer Time
Advanced drift dive renowned for hammerhead shark sightings.
Boat Access
18m Avg Depth
30m Max Depth
About this dive site
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Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very 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
Pufferfish
Southern Eagle Ray
Bannerfish
Sweetlip
Triggerfish
Honeycomb Grouper
Reef Shark
Clownfish
Snapper
Reef Manta Ray
Hard Coral
Barracuda
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Surgeonfish
Scorpionfish
Hammerhead Shark
French Angelfish
Snowflake Moray
Nurse Shark
Boxfish
Trumpetfish
Frogfish
Pipefish
Common Lionfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Advanced
Advanced due to negative entry, drift dive, and open ocean conditions.
Hazards:
currentdepthmarine lifeboat traffic
Current Strength:
Moderate
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