For boats
This is one
of Vanuatu’s
prime dive and snorkel sites and coral development is excellent.
APPROACH & ANCHORING
The
anchorage is on the NE corner of the reef. Circle in to approach the reef from
position:
17 02.8S
and 168 17.38E
You need a
good light and you should only approach in calm or light SE wind. Expect strong
currents (more wind, more currents).
The best solution
(in my opinion) to snorkel or dive there is to not anchor but to approach close
to the reef and do it in pairs (you need 3 persons on board at least). Just
jump to the water or use your dinghy to come closer. You should still be
careful and watch the currents. Take on your dinghy heavy enough anchor and
long line.
For crews
The most
spectacular diving is on the west side of the atoll where giant coral heads
emerge from 30m do within 3m of surface. You can swim from one head to next, the
water visibility is excellent. Sharks, marlin ant tuna are often seen here
Shallow
snorkeling is best on the NW corner of the atoll where there is a broad shelf
between 7 to 18m deep covered with coral. Currents may be strong, drift dives
are recommended.
This is a
place MUST SEE if you like to dive or snorkel. Do it only in calm weather
conditions.
Fees
no fees