

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Gunbarrel is a canyon and reef drift dive in Beqa Lagoon, Fiji, offering depths between 15 and 30 metres. Divers navigate a canyon structure where moderate currents are common, requiring careful planning around slack tide. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. The site is accessible only by boat and is suited for intermediate divers due to the potential for strong currents and the presence of sharks. Night diving is available and provides an opportunity to observe specific nocturnal activity. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, averaging between 27 and 29 degrees Celsius.
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Time your dive around slack tide to manage the moderate current through the canyon, and confirm conditions with your operator on the day as flow can strengthen without much notice. Night diving is available and worth planning specifically for the mandarinfish.
Less than 10 minutes by boat from the coast.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-29°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers may encounter Napoleon wrasse, potato bass, giant moray eels, moorish idol, pennant bannerfish, emperor angelfish, pixy hawkfish, and grey nurse sharks.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the moderate to strong currents and the presence of sharks.
The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Gunbarrel is a boat-only dive site.
This site is designated for diving and requires boat access, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Gunbarrel in Korolevu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Gunbarrel in Korolevu. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Gunbarrel in Korolevu are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Gunbarrel in Korolevu should be aware of 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 Gunbarrel in Korolevu. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Gunbarrel in Korolevu typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.