Black Coral Faru Suggest edit

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

20.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

50 minAvg dive time

November to AprilBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

25.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Black Coral Faru features colonies of rare black coral along its reef slope, attracting divers interested in unique coral species.

Conditions

Visibility: 20.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 25.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
coral sand rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for capturing the coral formations and marine life.

Location

Underwater Moments at Black Coral Faru

Spiny Lobster

Panulirus argus

Smooth Cornetfish

Fistularia commersonii

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