

Best for advanced divers, 1-2m, shore entry, mild current.
Tabaiba Natural Pool in Radazul and Tabaiba is a shore-entry site featuring a combination of natural reef and artificial reef structures. The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 1 to 2 metres and mild currents. Visibility varies between 5 and 25 metres. Divers frequently encounter European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Great Barracuda, and Pufferfish, alongside European Parrotfish and Turkish Wrasse. Due to the presence of sea urchins and sharp coral, advanced buoyancy control is required to avoid contact with the substrate. Facilities include parking, showers, a cafe, and an on-site dive shop to assist with post-dive equipment care.
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Watch your fin placement from the moment you enter: sea urchins and sharp rock edges are the main hazard at this site, and poor buoyancy in the shallows will put you in contact with both. The on-site dive shop and showers make post-dive kit rinse and debrief straightforward.
The entry point is a short swim from the shore, eliminating the need for boat transportation.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 2m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
20-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers commonly record European Common Cuttlefish, Common Octopus, Great Barracuda, and Pufferfish. Other species include European Parrotfish, Turkish Wrasse, and Arrow Crabs, with occasional sightings of Eagle Rays, Conger Eels, and various octopus species.
No, this site is rated for advanced divers. The presence of sea urchins and sharp coral requires precise buoyancy control to prevent injury.
The site is very shallow, with depths typically between 1 and 2 metres.
This is a shore-entry site, which eliminates the need for boat logistics.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow depths of 1 to 2 metres are physically accessible for snorkelling, provided you exercise caution regarding sea urchins and sharp rocks.
Diving at Tabaiba Natural Pool in Tabaiba requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Tabaiba Natural Pool in Tabaiba. Water temperatures range from 20°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Tabaiba Natural Pool in Tabaiba are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Tabaiba Natural Pool in Tabaiba typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Tabaiba Natural Pool in Tabaiba typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.