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4 Mile Reef

Sodwana Bay, South Africa
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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Intermediate

Diverse reef with walls, canyons, and large coral plates.

Boat Access
22m Avg Depth
27m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site, 4 Mile Reef, extends perpendicular to the shoreline. The reef features a prominent wall structure alongside sand patches, canyons, gullies and bommies. It is characterized by extensive coverage of large coral plates. Bluefin Kingfish are frequently observed hunting within this area. This underwater landscape offers diverse topography for exploration.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Famous

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Bluefin KingfishPotato BassMoray EelLoggerhead TurtleGreen TurtlePlate CoralGorgonian Fan Coral

Things to Note

Difficulty:

Intermediate

Depth and complex topography with canyons require good buoyancy control.

Hazards:
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Current Strength:

Moderate

Diving Conditions

Water Temperature Now: 22.7°C

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