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Dive site 3 of 12 · Reef and drop

The Canyon

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Dive map of The Canyon Shore entrance0.5 mWalk in across the reef flat.Lagoon0.5 mShallow lagoon by the entry.PassagePassage through the reef to the outer side.Coral gardenHard corals on the way to the canyon.Outer reef20 m20 m along the route.Canyon entrance22 mDrop into the crack at 22 m.Inside the canyon16.5 mThe crack narrows as it rises.Exit14 mClimb out of the canyon at 14 m.Hard coral blockLandmark next to the exit.Garden eelsSand patch with garden eels.Canyon floor54 m54 m at the seaward end: not part of our dives.CurrentUsually runs this way.

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Safety: This site goes well below the recreational limit. Our guided dives stay within your certification and your plan.
How you get in
Shore entrance by the lagoon
Depth range on the map
0 – 54 m
Level
Open Water and up
What you might see
Garden eels, a hard coral block, the crack