Mermaid's Grotto
Shallow shore dive with unique rock formations and channel entry.
Shore Access
8m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site offers a unique experience starting with a short walk through wooded terrain leading to an open beach showcasing impressive rock formations above the water. Entry is possible directly into the ocean, but the recommended access point is a channel that has been cut out – easily navigable with fins and suitable for reaching deeper areas. Divers should anticipate needing to exit at a different location and return via foot as parking on the road is limited. Located in Onna, this site is classified as a level 5 dive (easy to moderate difficulty).
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
turtlecoral reefshore divebeginner friendlycavernswim-throughwide angle
Marine Life
Sea turtleAngelfishOctopusClownfishButterflyfishHard corals
Things to Note
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Requires a walk over terrain and navigation through a channel, with potentially separate exit point.
Hazards:
currentboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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