This dive site, Rays Rise, offers a unique experience along a fringe reef bordering a substantial sandy area. Divers can explore the edges of this reef, keeping an eye out for fascinating marine life. The sand provides habitat for large southern stingrays and garden eels, while queen conch are also frequently spotted in these areas. Rocky formations add to the diversity, creating ideal spaces for lobster and eels. It’s a great location for observing a variety of underwater species in a relatively accessible environment.
Rays Rise
Shallow fringe reef and sand flats with abundant rays.
Boat Access
4m Avg Depth
5m 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
turtlecoral reef
Marine Life
Southern Stingray
Queen Conch
Spiny Squat Lobster
Garden Eel
Blue-Barred Parrotfish
Snowflake Moray
Yellowtail Damselfish
Brain Coral
Sea Fan
French Angelfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Beginner
Very shallow max depth of 5 meters is accessible to all.
Hazards:
boat trafficmarine life
Current Strength:
Mild
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