Conditions & tides
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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.
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About this site
This stunning reef off Orchid Island features dramatic swim-throughs carved by strong Pacific currents. The coral formations teem with colorful anthias, butterflyfish, and occasional reef sharks. Visibility often exceeds 30 meters, revealing steep drop-offs covered in vibrant soft corals. The site offers both gentle drifts along the reef face and thrilling passages through narrow tunnels. Divers frequently spot large schools of trevally and barracuda patrolling the blue. The clear, warm waters make this a photographer's dream. Currents can be strong, rewarding experienced divers with exhilarating drift dives.
Marine life here
Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.
Cavipes Hermit CrabCoenobita cavipesReported here · unconfirmed
Purple Hermit CrabCoenobita brevimanusReported here · unconfirmed
Tomato ClownfishAmphiprion frenatusReported here · unconfirmed
Mottled Lightfoot CrabGrapsus albolineatusReported here · unconfirmed
Tawny Hermit CrabCoenobita rugosusReported here · unconfirmed
Hawaiian Convict SurgeonfishAcanthurus triostegusReported here · unconfirmed
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