

Best for intermediate divers, 11-21m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Armchair Reef in West Bay and Seven Mile Beach features a distinctive mini-wall topography. Divers typically explore between 11 and 21 metres, with the reef base reaching 21 metres. The site offers both shore and boat access with mild currents and visibility ranging from 9 to 30 metres. Marine life includes common sightings of stoplight parrotfish, wrasses, lettuce sea slugs, groupers, flamingo tongues, and blue tangs. Less frequently, divers encounter Indian lionfish, Caribbean reef octopus, rock beauty, great barracuda, French and queen angelfish, fairy basslet, and yellowhead jawfish. The reef structure contains numerous nooks and crannies, while the sandy bottom at the base of the wall provides habitat for stingrays and conchs.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
11-21m
Visibility
9-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Commonly observed species include stoplight parrotfish, wrasses, lettuce sea slugs, groupers, flamingo tongues, and blue tangs. You may also encounter Indian lionfish, Caribbean reef octopus, rock beauty, great barracuda, French and queen angelfish, fairy basslet, and yellowhead jawfish.
Armchair Reef is rated for intermediate divers due to the wall topography and depth range.
The average depth is 15 metres, with a range of 11 to 21 metres.
This site is accessible by both shore and boat.
While primarily a dive site, the shallow sections of the reef may be suitable for snorkelling depending on conditions.
Diving at Armchair Reef in George Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Armchair Reef in George Town. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
Armchair Reef in George Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Armchair Reef in George Town typically ranges from 9 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.