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Turtle Rock

Turtle Rock

Western Division, Fiji

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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10m - 30m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner

Turtle Rock

Western Division, Fiji

Turtle Rock
Depth
Depth Icon

20m

Visibility
Visibility Icon

10m - 30m

Entry
Boat Entry Icon

Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Turtle Rock

This dive site is located on the northwest edge of Matacawalevu Island and is less than 10 minutes from Tavewa. The depth of this site ranges from 10 meters to 20 meters. The main feature of Turtle Rock is the reef topography, it features reef walls that extend straight up to the surface. In addition there are numerous canyons and swim throughs to explore. On the sand flats along side the reef there are a great number of coral bommies to swim about. The sand flats offer an excellent opportunity to spot stingrays and sharks sleeping. Turtle Rock's name won't let you down as it was named for the number of turtle sightings. This sight is great for beginners though experienced divers and expected visibilty is between 10 and 25 meters.

Turtle Rock Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Shark, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

10m 30m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 47%

O2

12% at 18m / 36%

O2
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Marine Life

  • Sharks
  • Stingrays
  • Turtle
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Dive Site Hazards

  • Situational Awareness Loss — Divers may fixate on sharks and lose depth or position awareness.

  • Subtle Behavioural Shifts — Changes in shark behaviour may be missed without active observation.

  • Blue-Water Reference Loss — Lack of visual references increases ascent and descent instability.

  • Hidden Depth Variations — Complex reef topography can conceal depth changes, leading to unintended profile variations.

  • Distraction from Marine Activity — High fish activity can distract divers and delay depth or gas awareness.

  • Rapid Surge Direction Changes — Surge near reef structures can reverse direction quickly, pushing divers sideways into unexpected areas.

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