

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Casuarina Point is a shore-accessible reef and drop-off site located off West Bay and Seven Mile Beach. The topography features a hardpan shelf beginning at approximately 1.5 metres, leading to a main reef that starts at 7 metres and extends to 16 metres at the edge of the coral fingers. Divers can explore three distinct areas with an average depth of 10 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility ranging from 18 to 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dive times around 50 minutes. Facilities including parking, showers, rinse stations, and equipment rental are available nearby.
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Plan your surface swim to enter the water during incoming tide for easier navigation over shallow coral areas near shore.
Exit via the same sandy beach access point, with the gentle slope allowing for easy gear removal in shallow water.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
18-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Mar, Apr, May
Yes, the site is rated for beginner divers due to its mild currents and accessible shore entry.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Casuarina Point is a shore dive located 20 metres from the beach.
Divers should be aware of the presence of jellyfish and lionfish in the area.
Yes, the area provides parking, showers, rinse stations, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.
Diving at Casuarina Point in George Town requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Casuarina Point in George Town are March, April, and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Casuarina Point in George Town typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Casuarina Point in George Town typically ranges from 18 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.