

Best for intermediate divers, boat entry, moderate current.
G-Buoy Coral Head in Kwajalein Atoll features a combination of natural reef structure and artificial reef elements. This site is suitable for intermediate divers, though it requires boat access. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and plan dives around slack or early flood tides to navigate the area effectively. Water temperatures remain consistent between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Marine life recorded at the site includes wrasses, Pink Skunk Anemonefish, Day Octopus, and Chromodoris nudibranchs. Other species present include the Elegant Sapsucking Slug, Bluelashed Butterflyfish, Pacific Sailfin Tang, Bird Wrasse, Cloth-of-gold Cone, Tiger Cowrie, Threadfin Butterflyfish, Raccoon Butterflyfish, Saddled Butterflyfish, and various flatworms.
8.73020, 167.72676
With moderate current running through the site, time your dive to arrive at slack or early flood so you can spend time over the coral head without fighting the water. Confirm boat availability and any local access requirements before heading out, as facilities at this remote atoll location are not fixed.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Divers can encounter species such as wrasses, Pink Skunk Anemonefish, Day Octopus, and Chromodoris nudibranchs. Other recorded life includes the Elegant Sapsucking Slug, various butterflyfish species, and the Tiger Cowrie.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and the need for careful depth management.
The site features depths reaching 53 metres at the wreck structure, requiring strict depth monitoring during dives.
This is a boat-only dive site. You must arrange boat transport to reach the location.
The site is primarily designated for diving, particularly given the depth of the wreck and the current conditions.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at G-Buoy Coral Head in Kwajalein. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Expect moderate currents at G-Buoy Coral Head in Kwajalein. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.