

Best for advanced divers, 3-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
Mellow Yellow is a pinnacle and reef dive site located 1000 metres offshore in Suncoast, Fiji. The site features a depth range of 3 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suitable for advanced divers due to moderate currents. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including deep water, jellyfish, sharks, sharp coral, and strong currents. Water temperatures range from 26 to 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year, and visibility typically spans 15 to 19 metres. Night diving is available at this location, with typical dives lasting approximately 45 minutes.
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Check the cracks and crevasses for small shrimp, nudibranchs, and Scorpionfish.
Boat dive on Midway Reef near Vatu-i-ra off Rakiraki, northern Viti Levu, Fiji.
Recorded at this site
Depth
3-40m
Visibility
15-19m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-28°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
No, Mellow Yellow is classified as an advanced dive site.
The site ranges from 3 to 40 metres in depth, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 1000 metres from the shore.
The site is designated for diving, and given the depth and current conditions, it is primarily suited for advanced divers.
Diving at Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki should be aware of jellyfish. 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 Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Mellow Yellow in Rakiraki typically ranges from 15 metres to 19 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.