

Best for beginner divers, 8-20m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Head in the Shark Reef Marine Reserve features a combination of reef and wall topography suitable for beginner divers. The site ranges from 8 to 20 metres in depth with an average of 12 metres and mild currents. Visibility typically varies between 5 and 10 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish, and sea urchins. When navigating the reef, maintain distance from titan triggerfish, which may defend nesting sites. Avoid touching the substrate to prevent contact with sharp coral or camouflaged bottom-dwelling species. Night diving is permitted at this location.
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Titan triggerfish actively defend nesting sites on the reef, so give any fish behaving aggressively a wide berth and move away horizontally rather than swimming straight up. Stonefish and sea urchins are present, so watch where you place your hands and knees on or near the bottom.
Boat access from Denarau Marina or Coral Coast resorts.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-20m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, anemonefish, rock cod, and various butterflyfish. Divers may also encounter titan triggerfish, which can be aggressive near nesting sites.
Yes, Turtle Head is suitable for beginner divers due to its manageable depth range and mild currents.
The site ranges from 8 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, night diving is available at Turtle Head.
Diving at Turtle Head in Viti Levu requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Head in Viti Levu. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Turtle Head in Viti Levu are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Turtle Head in Viti Levu should be aware of jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Turtle Head in Viti Levu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Head in Viti Levu typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.