This dive site, aptly named 'Donut', features a distinctive high-profile boulder and branching coral formation encircling a central sandy area, resembling its namesake. Its shallow average depth of 4 meters makes it an easily navigable and relaxing site for all divers. While no specific history is provided, it's a natural reef formation offering clear, accessible diving.
The site boasts a healthy coral ecosystem, with vibrant branching and boulder corals reaching close to the surface. A rich variety of marine life can be observed, including nurse sharks, various moray eels, and an abundance of reef fish such as boxfish, razorfish, damsels, angelfish, and parrotfish. Schools of juvenile grunts and snappers frequently inhabit the area, adding to the site's dynamic ecosystem.
Donut is suitable for diving year-round, with warmer water temperatures in summer months (June-August) and excellent visibility typically maintained. Its shallow depths and calm conditions make it ideal for both scuba divers and snorkelers, and particularly well-suited for freedivers looking for an easy, vibrant reef experience. Best visited during calm sea conditions to fully appreciate the pristine coral and abundant fish life.
