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The Dive
sites of Taveuni
These
dive sites can be explored from the following resorts:
 Rainbow
Reef is famous for its multi-hued soft coral. The daily
tidal currents in Somosomo Strait produce a constant flow
of nutrients that provides ideal conditions for soft coral
growth, as well as sustains an incredible diversity and
density of tropical fish life. The fringing reef area provides
opportunities to experience larger fish and drop-offs.
The
currents can be challenging in the Somosomo Strait. Depending
on the state of the tide there can either be strong incoming
or outgoing flows. Also, due to the unique topography of
the strait, the current actually flows over as well as around
the reef. The upshot is that the stronger currents are in
the shallower sections of the reef. To safely accommodate
divers in this situation, the dive crews will anchor a descent
line down. This enables divers to descend and ascend through
even a strong current. Once down on the reef there is considerably
less current. The best advice is to listen to the dive crew
as they are the experts and know the sites intimately.
 Great
White Wall
This is a legendary dive named for the unusual soft coral
that inhabits the area. At the beginning of the dive you
swim through a tunnel which has two exits, the first exit
at 10 m/30 ft, the second one at 27 m/88 ft. Swimming through
this tunnel you come face to face with hundreds of goggle-eye
fish. Once you are out of the tunnel, bringing you alongside
the wall where the soft corals are found in dense concentrations
below 15m/50 ft down to 80 m/240 ft. The soft corals are
lavender in colour, but due to the depth we have a result
of a pale white glow, giving itself the name "The Great
White Wall".
This dive is only suitable during incoming tides.
 Annie's
Bommie
Has been likened to a coral head that glows like a Christmas
tree. With a maximum depth of around 65 ft, it is lined
with spectacular multi-colored soft coral that includes
all shades of red, purple, violet, blue, yellow and white.
The diversity of fish is also extraordinary including wrasse,
parrot fish, damsels and a host of other species.
The Ledge
At a depth of 65 feet, this is one of the most popular dives
aside from the Great White Wall. It consists of a pinnacle
of coral that rises from a depth of 200 to 250 feet (80
to 90 meters) almost to the surface. It's a magnet for reef
fish and pelagics, with lionfish in residence in the overhangs
and crevices. There are also outstanding soft corals and
a tremendous variety of underwater flora and fauna. This
site is particularly good for night diving, and offers an
easy access and photo opportunities at any time. This reef
is absolutely brimming with tropical fish of every size,
shape, pattern and colour. Beginning a t
10 -12 m/30 - 35 ft it drops to 60 - 70 m/180 - 210 ft.
Along its wall you will meet schools of bannerfish, plus
golden damselfish and blue and gold fusiliers in their hundreds.
On top of the reef titan triggerfish may be seen biting
and moving dead coral to build nests in which to lay their
eggs.
Jack's
Place
This site has something for everyone. A reef rich in unspoilt
hard corals at depths from 7 m/20 ft to 25 m/75 ft it also
has a small wall, falling away to 45 m/135 ft on which your
diveguide will point out moray eels, lion fish and stone
fish. At 25 m/75 ft there‘s a white sandy plateau alive
with garden eels softly swaying with the currents like blades
of grass. You may even discover a white tip reef shark or
two taking a nap. Back up top say hello to the palette surgeon
fish which is found only on this dive site.
Jerry's Jelly
iA series of coral heads covered in every conceivable color
of soft coral. It is a favorite of photographers because
of the colors, the abundant tropical fish life, and the
numerous small caverns and crevasses that mark the reef.
It's not unusual to come across a feeding manta ray or two
at this site ! A maximum depth of approx 65 feet.
 Blue
Ribbon Eel Reef
A drift dive to depths between 65 and 85 feet (20 to 25
metres). There are some incredible violet soft corals as
well as an amazing density and variety of fish. The main
attraction here is the blue ribbon eel, which measures about
the length of a finger and has strikingly vivid bands of
blue and yellow. Despite the coloration these eels can be
hard to find -- experienced dive guides will point them
out to you.
Dakuniba
Pass
A 100-foot (30-metre) wall dive where you will see pelagics
such as barracuda, sharks and tuna. There are also some
beautiful gorgonian fans.
Dakunida is only done on outgoing tides and is the most
distant dive site visited regularly.
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