Buccoo Reef, specifically the Coral Gardens section, is a protected marine park located near Crown Point. This site features an expansive system of reef flats characterised by brain and star corals. The area is situated in shallow, protected waters, making it highly suitable for snorkelers of all experience levels. Access to the reef is provided by boat. Water temperatures in this region typically range from 27C to 30C throughout the year, providing comfortable conditions for in-water activities.

Nylon Pool is a natural offshore sandbar located 1609 metres from the shore near Crown Point. This shallow site features an average depth of one metre, making it suitable for beginners. Access is by boat only, and visitors should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. The site offers visibility ranging from 15 to 30 metres, with water temperatures typically between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius. Facilities available at the location include showers, changing rooms, and guided tours. The site is primarily a swimming spot with sandy patches, and typical visits last around 30 minutes.

No Man's Land is a white-sand spit located 500 metres from the shore near Crown Point. This site features shallow waters, with an average depth of 3 metres and a range of 1 to 5 metres. Snorkellers can explore a combination of seagrass beds and small coral clusters within the lagoon. Access is exclusively by boat, and the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Water temperatures remain warm throughout the year, fluctuating between 27C and 30C. Visitors should be aware of sharp coral in the area. Guided tours and cafe facilities are available nearby.

Swallows Beach in Crown Point is a reef site featuring small coral heads and rocky patches. This shore-entry location offers a mild current, making it suitable for beginners and novice snorkellers. Divers and snorkellers can observe common species such as wrasses and sergeants. Other marine life recorded at the site includes yellowtail parrotfish, queen parrotfish, pufferfish, Pacific trumpetfish, French grunts, and lettuce sea slugs. Invertebrates such as purple sea fans, giant feather-duster worms, zoanthids, long-spined sea urchins, and Sally Lightfoot crabs are also present. Be aware of sharp coral when navigating the reef. Facilities including a cafe and a dive shop are available nearby.

Coco Reef Breakwater in Crown Point is an artificial reef formed by the rock breakwater of the Coco Reef Resort. This site is suitable for beginners, offering calm water conditions with mild currents. Divers and snorkellers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 12 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres. Visibility typically fluctuates between 12 and 27 metres. Access is via a shore entry. Facilities at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a dive shop, and boat charter services. Be aware of sharp coral present at the site.

Kariwak Reef is a convenient reef site located 37 metres off Crown Point. Suitable for beginners, the site features depths ranging from 11 to 14 metres with an average of 11 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the reef from the shore or by boat. Conditions are generally mild, with water temperatures between 27 and 29C and visibility varying from 10 to 30 metres. The site is also available for night diving. Hazards include boat traffic and sharp coral structures, so caution is advised regarding positioning and entanglement. On-site facilities include parking, air fills, equipment rental, and guided tours.

Mt Irvine Wall is a shallow reef wall located near the shoreline of Mt Irvine Bay in Crown Point. The site features a topography of crevices and ledges that run along the wall. Divers and snorkellers can expect depths ranging from 9 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 6 metres. Access is via the shore, and conditions generally include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting 60 minutes. Facilities available at the location include parking, toilets, changing rooms, equipment rental, a cafe, and a dive shop offering guided tours. Be aware of boat traffic, surge, and sharp coral.

The coastal stretch between Plymouth and Buccoo offers shallow reef diving suitable for beginners. The topography features a reef structure that provides an introduction to reading underwater terrain. Water temperatures range from 27C to 30C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of moderate surge and swell patterns when entering the water. Strong currents can develop during drift dives, so buoyancy control is essential. Visibility and current conditions can shift along this stretch of coast, and local checks are advised before entry. As facilities are not guaranteed, divers must bring all necessary equipment and supplies from town.