Steves Ledge

Beginner-friendly Mozambican reef dive with diverse marine life

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
16m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, Steves Ledge, located off the coast of Mozambique, is a popular choice for newly certified divers due to its relatively shallow depth and calm conditions. Navigation is straightforward, generally following the ledge's contours. The site's history is not widely documented, but its popularity among divers suggests it has been a known site for some time. The underwater topography is characterized by a relatively flat sandy seabed broken up by rocky outcrops and coral formations.

The rich biodiversity of Steves Ledge offers encounters with various species of fish and marine life. Divers can expect to observe Black Cheek Moray Eels, Lionfish, Honeycomb morays, Blue spotted rays, large rays, Potato Bass (Potato Grouper), Scorpion Fish, and various types of Plate Coral. The abundance of smaller fish and invertebrates provides ample opportunities for macro photography.

The best time to visit Steves Ledge is during the dry season (April to October), when the water is generally clearer and the currents milder. For freedivers, the shallow depth and calm conditions make it a perfect location for practice. Divers should ensure they have appropriate buoyancy control and should be aware of the potential for encountering scorpionfish and moray eels. Always maintain a safe distance and do not harass or disturb the marine life.

Diving Freediving

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Local Secret

Plan Your Visit

coral reefbeginner friendlyreef divemoray eellionfishraygrouperscorpionfishmozambique

Marine Life

Black Cheek Moray EelsLionfishHoneycomb moraysBlue spotted rayslarge raysPotato Bass (Potato Grouper)Scorpion FishPlate Coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Beginner

Shallow, accessible, and suitable for newly certified divers.

Hazards:
marine life
Current Strength:

Mild

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