Tarpon Terrace
Hovering tarpons and vibrant, freestanding coral reefs.
Boat Access
15m Avg Depth
20m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Tarpon Terrace, offers a unique experience in an unusual location. Named for a narrow passage where large numbers of silvery tarpons gather, they create a spectacular sight as they hover in line, seemingly observing divers with a degree of disdain. This natural gathering spot is located beyond a miniwall and features expansive coral formations – giant, freestanding reefs teeming with life. These individual reefs host diverse communities of sponges, hard corals, and soft corals, all competing for space amidst a vibrant array of tiny, colorful reef fish. A highlight is one coral head that includes a swim-through, adding variety to the dive.
Maximum depth information is unavailable. The difficulty level cannot be reliably inferred from the description; therefore it’s considered Intermediate.
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Plan Your Visit
tarponcoral reefswim-throughwall divewide anglemacro photography
Marine Life
tarponhorse-eye jackspongeshard coralssoft coralsangelfishparrotfishcolorful reef fish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Features a mini-wall and swim-throughs, requiring good buoyancy control.
Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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