

Best for advanced divers, 18-21m, boat entry, moderate current.
Ribbon Five Mile is a reef site located 2000m offshore within the Sodwana Reefs. Divers typically experience depths between 18m and 21m, with an average depth of 19m. Access to this site requires a boat. Conditions are variable, with moderate currents present. Marine life recorded at the site includes common wrasses and hermit crabs. Divers may also encounter uncommon species such as laced moray, bluespotted fantail ray, snowflake moray, pufferfish, raccoon butterflyfish, porcupinefish, Indo-Pacific sergeant major, emperor, grunt, bream, and crab. The rare sunrise tentacle aeolid has also been observed here. This site is suited for advanced divers due to the depth and current conditions.
-27.54750, 32.67970
The site is an elongated reef split into two sections joined by a gravel substrate.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-21m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
22-28°C
Current
Moderate
Divers regularly encounter common wrasses and hermit crabs. Uncommon sightings include laced moray, bluespotted fantail ray, snowflake moray, pufferfish, raccoon butterflyfish, porcupinefish, Indo-Pacific sergeant major, emperor, grunt, bream, and crab.
No, Ribbon Five Mile is intended for advanced divers due to the depth and moderate currents.
The site ranges from 18m to 21m, with an average depth of 19m.
No, a boat is required to reach this site, which is located 2000m from the shore.
This site is classified as a dive site with depths averaging 19m, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Ribbon Five Mile in Mbazwana requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Ribbon Five Mile in Mbazwana. Water temperatures range from 22°C to 28°C.
Divers at Ribbon Five Mile in Mbazwana 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.
Expect moderate currents at Ribbon Five Mile in Mbazwana. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.