

Best for advanced divers, 10-95m, boat entry.
Blue Hole in Apra Harbor is a natural limestone plateau featuring a vertical shaft that begins at approximately 18 metres and opens through a window at 38 metres. This site offers a varied topography including a wall, reef, drop-off, and cavern environment. Depths range from 10 to 95 metres, requiring advanced certification and deep diving experience to navigate the shaft. Visibility typically spans 10 to 40 metres, though divers must account for potential strong currents, surge, and boat traffic. Access is strictly by boat. Due to the significant depth and overhead environment, this site presents hazards including nitrogen narcosis and decompression requirements.
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The opening of the sinkhole appears to be a heart shape to divers within it.
Done exclusively as a boat dive, typically out of Cabras Marina in Apra Harbor, located 20 minutes away.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-95m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-29°C
Current
None
No, this site is intended for advanced divers only due to the deep vertical shaft and overhead environment.
The site ranges from 10 to 95 metres in depth.
Blue Hole requires boat access; it cannot be reached from the shore.
Snorkelling is not recommended as the primary features of the site, such as the vertical shaft and window, are located at significant depths.
Diving at Blue Hole in Apra Harbor requires the following certifications: Advanced Recreational Dive. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Blue Hole in Apra Harbor. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 29°C.
Divers at Blue Hole in Apra Harbor 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.
Visibility at Blue Hole in Apra Harbor typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.