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5 Mile Reef

5 Mile Reef

Apia, Samoa

Depth
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200m

Visibility
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20m - 60m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Beginner


About 5 Mile Reef

5 miles off Apia Harbour, an outer reef with tons of hard coral and prolific marine life. Five Mile Reef rises from a 200-300 m abyss to 14 m catering to all dive levels. The water is warm and vis is great 30-50 m! Very popular is Valerie's Corner where large boulders were deposited during the 1991 cyclone with the same name which created a home for giant clams, Christmas tree tube worms and moray eels. Lots of valleys, chasms and drop-offs to explore.

5 Mile Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Drop Off

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

200m

Visibility Range

20m 60m

Experience Level

Beginner

Best Gas

Marine Life

  • Black Tips
  • Barracuda
  • White Tips
  • Spinner Dolphins
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