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Inglis Shoal

Inglis Shoal

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea

Depth
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35m

Visibility
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9m - 27m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About Inglis Shoal

This dive site consists of a series of seamounts which rise from some deep depths up until depths of just 12 meters. This allows the less experienced divers the opportunity to explore the shallow parts while the more experienced divers can descend down deeper. There are numerous fish in the area including Trevally, Surgeonfish, Triggerfish, Barracuda, Hammerheads and Dogtooth Tuna. These small reef like features are also complimented with various beautiful coral formations.

Inglis Shoal Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Other, Reef

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

35m

Visibility Range

9m 27m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas Mix

21% – 31%

O2

14% at 33m / 33%

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Marine Life

  • Surgeonfish
  • Dogtooth Tuna
  • Barracuda
  • Trevally
  • Triggerfish
  • Hammerheads
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Dive Site Hazards

  • 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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