

Best for beginner divers, 1-4m, boat entry, moderate current.
Rainbows End 2 is a shallow reef and pinnacle site located near the Great White Wall in the Somosomo Strait. With depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres, it is suitable for beginners, though a boat is required for access. Divers experience moderate currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The site features sharp coral formations that require careful buoyancy control. Due to the potential for strong currents and down currents, guided tours are recommended to ensure safe navigation and proper boat positioning. Divers should remain aware of their surroundings and avoid contact with the reef structure.
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Book a guided tour through the on-site dive shop, as the current at this site can pick up quickly and a local guide will position the boat to give you the easiest drift. Despite the shallow depth, stay well clear of the sharp coral and watch for lionfish tucked into crevices along the pinnacle.
Access is by boat. The site is located in the Somosomo Strait off Taveuni.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 4m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar
The site features lionfish tucked into crevices along the pinnacle. Other observed species include mandarinfish, fire dartfish, Napoleon wrasse, potato bass, emperor angelfish, and yellow-lipped sea kraits.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depth of 1 to 4 metres, though the moderate current requires caution.
The site is shallow, with depths ranging from 1 to 4 metres and an average depth of 3 metres.
This is a boat dive located 2000 metres from the shore. A boat is required to reach the site.
While the site is primarily a dive location, its shallow depth of 1 to 4 metres makes it accessible for snorkelling, provided you are aware of the currents and sharp coral.
Diving at Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki are February and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki should be aware of lionfish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Rainbows End 2 in Wairiki typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.