Long Ledge.
Off Straight Point, a reef that runs out from the point
for about 1.5 miles. Lots of ledges and small canyons
to explore. Crabs, anemones, squat lobsters, dogfish and
flat fish frequently seen. Average depth 12 metres.
Mermaids Arch.
A pretty swim through with lots of anemones, sponges
and corals. Average depth 9 metres.
Budleigh Reefs.
A group of reefs that run parallel to the shore, the
first of which can be reached from the beach. Good for
all crustaceans especially masked crabs and spider crabs.
We often see Dolphins in this area in the summer months.
A pleasant drift dive is possible with boat cover. Depth
on first reef 8 metres, further out up to 16 metres.
Two Stones.
Two rock plateaus in the Otter Cove area. The boat will
drop you on top of the plateaus in 6 metres; depth to
the seabed is 12 metres. This is an easygoing dive with
lots of wildlife to be seen. Dogfish, wrasse and flat
fish are common, Trigger fish have been seen and Dolphins
also frequent this area in the summer months.
Otter Cove.
A very shallow dive at only 8 metres, but well worth
a visit! Kelp beds interspersed with sandy clearings.
Good for cuttlefish, pipefish and wrasse as well as
smaller life such as sea squirts and anemones. This
sheltered spot provides a safe and easy night dive site.
Billingsgate.
A drift across this area at about 18 metres should produce
good shellfish, particularly scallops. Lots of coral
and smaller marine life on the rocky outcrops.
The Algiers.
A large area of broken ground with some interesting
ledges. Can be quite muddy at times, good for scallops,
dogfish, plaice and sole. Approximate depth 20-24 metres. |