

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Mabibi Rock Pools are intertidal pools and inshore reefs located 350 metres from the shore. This site offers shallow depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres, with an average of 3 metres, making it suitable for beginners and snorkellers. Divers and snorkellers can observe common species such as wrasses, sergeants, and Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major. Uncommon sightings include Snowflake Moray, Indian Lionfish, Laced Moray, Striped Surgeonfish, Raccoon Butterflyfish, Wedgetail Triggerfish, goatfish, bream, hermit crabs, grunts, and Convict Surgeonfish. Visibility varies between 5 and 20 metres, and water temperatures range from 23C to 28C. Be aware of sea urchins and sharp coral when entering from the shore. Guided tours and equipment rental are available.
-27.33350, 32.74950
The beach is not protected by lifeguards and there are no shark nets, so you swim in the sea at your own risk.
Access to the beach is via a beach walkway consisting of 137 steps.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
23-28°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Feb, Mar
Commonly observed species include wrasses, sergeants, and Indo-Pacific Sergeant Major. You may also encounter uncommon species such as Snowflake Moray, Indian Lionfish, Laced Moray, Striped Surgeonfish, Raccoon Butterflyfish, Wedgetail Triggerfish, goatfish, bream, hermit crabs, grunts, and Convict Surgeonfish.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 3 metres and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Access to the reef is via a shore entry.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of sea urchins and sharp coral present in the area.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Mabibi Rock Pools in Rocktail Bay. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Mabibi Rock Pools in Rocktail Bay. Water temperatures range from 23°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Mabibi Rock Pools in Rocktail Bay are February and March. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mabibi Rock Pools in Rocktail Bay typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mabibi Rock Pools in Rocktail Bay typically ranges from 5 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.