

Best for beginner divers, 9-13m, boat entry, mild current.
Four Buoy is a central feature of 2-Mile Reef within the Sodwana Reefs. The topography consists of boulders and gullies interspersed with large sand patches. This site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 10 metres and a maximum depth of 13 metres. Access is by boat, as the site is located 3200 metres from the shore. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility consistently around 10 metres. Water temperatures range from 22C to 28C throughout the year. The site is a reef and artificial reef environment, offering a typical dive duration of 59 minutes.
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The sandy areas adjacent to the reef structure are worth scanning carefully for flounder, stonefish, and various small, cryptic species.
The ski-boat launch through Sodwana's surf is required to reach the site.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-13m
Visibility
10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
59 min
Best Time
Feb, Nov
Yes, this site is suitable for beginners with an average depth of 10 metres and mild currents.
The depth at this site ranges from 9 to 13 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to Four Buoy is by boat only, as it is located 3200 metres from the shore.
The best months for diving at Four Buoy are February and November.
Diving at Four Bouy in Sodwana requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Four Bouy in Sodwana. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Four Bouy in Sodwana should be aware of lionfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Four Bouy in Sodwana typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Four Bouy in Sodwana typically ranges from 10 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.