

Best for beginner divers, 6m, boat entry, mild current.
Coral Gardens is a shallow reef site located off Moso Island, Vanuatu. The site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 6 metres and mild currents. Access is by boat, and the site is also suitable for night diving. Visibility typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres, with water temperatures remaining between 26C and 29C throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, triggerfish, red bass, and various moray eels. Divers can expect a typical dive duration of 45 minutes at this location.
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The site is ideal for photography, easy second dives, and longer bottom time.
Located at the channel entrance near Moso Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-29°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, triggerfish, red bass, freckled hawkfish, regal angelfish, and various moray eels.
Yes, Coral Gardens is suitable for beginners due to its shallow average depth of 6 metres and mild currents.
The site has an average depth of 6 metres.
A boat is required to access this dive site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, its shallow depth of 6 metres may be suitable for snorkelling depending on local operator policies.
Diving at Coral Gardens in Port Vila requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Coral Gardens in Port Vila. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 29°C.
Divers at Coral Gardens in Port Vila 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.
Coral Gardens in Port Vila typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Coral Gardens in Port Vila typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.