Marble Arch

★★★★☆ (211)

Nestled in the heart of “Whale shark alley“ is Marble Arch. Named after it’s spectacular swim-throughs, this site is perfect for open water divers looking to put their buoyancy skills into practice and enjoy the breath-taking topography.

The sandy edges to this dive site are home to many species of ray and guitarfish. There are countless nudibranchs and other critters to be found too for the macro lovers out there.

Dive Activity

Potential Wildlife Sightings

Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 200

Alamy-WaterFrame
Moray Eel

Moray Eel
25 Sightings
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1

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 600

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Wrasse

Wrasse
8 Sightings
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2
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1
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Common Dolphin

Common Dolphin
3 Sightings
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1
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1
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 300

Alamy/Reinhard Dirscherl
Octopus

Octopus
3 Sightings
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1
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0
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0
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2
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

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Eagle Ray

Eagle Ray
2 Sightings
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1
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 27

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Barracuda

Barracuda
2 Sightings
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1
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1
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Humpback Whale

Humpback Whale
1 Sightings
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1
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Bottlenose Dolphin

Bottlenose Dolphin
1 Sightings
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1
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Spinner Dolphin

Spinner Dolphin
1 Sightings
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iStock/Divepic
Giant Oceanic Manta Ray

Giant Oceanic Manta Ray
1 Sightings
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Reef Manta Ray

Reef Manta Ray
1 Sightings
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Green Turtle

Green Turtle
1 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 80

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Stingrays

Stingrays
24 Sightings
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5
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3
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1
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1
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2
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4

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 12

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Lionfish

Lionfish
22 Sightings
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6
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3
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2
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3
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1
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1
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2
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 20

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Guitarfish

Guitarfish
20 Sightings
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5
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2
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1
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2
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1

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 85

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Surgeonfish

Surgeonfish
20 Sightings
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1
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6
M
4
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2
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0
A
1
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1
O
1
N
1
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

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Angelfish

Angelfish
16 Sightings
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Butterfly Fish

Butterfly Fish
16 Sightings
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4
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2
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1
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2
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 28

Udo Kefrig
Clownfish

Clownfish
16 Sightings
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5
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2
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2
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1
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 130

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Pufferfish

Pufferfish
16 Sightings
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4
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1

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

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Electric Ray

Electric Ray
15 Sightings
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2
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A
2
M
2
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5
J
0
A
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1
O
1
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2
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

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Scorpionfish

Scorpionfish
15 Sightings
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2
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 110

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Snapper

Snapper
15 Sightings
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1
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1
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4
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3
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0
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2
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2
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 100

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Parrotfish

Parrotfish
15 Sightings
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1
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 25

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Boxfish

Boxfish
15 Sightings
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4
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2
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2
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1
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1
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 8

Alamy-Reinhard Dirscherl
Bannerfish

Bannerfish
15 Sightings
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3
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0
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3
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0
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

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Soldierfish

Soldierfish
14 Sightings
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4
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4
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

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Triggerfish

Triggerfish
13 Sightings
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1
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3
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3
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0
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1
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1
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2
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 90

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Goatfish

Goatfish
11 Sightings
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1
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4
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3
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0
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0
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0
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O
1
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3

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Trumpetfish

Trumpetfish
11 Sightings
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1
F
1
M
0
A
0
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2
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3
J
2
A
0
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2
O
0
N
0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

iStock-Global_Pics
Squirrelfish

Squirrelfish
9 Sightings
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3
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1
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 150

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Sweetlips and Grunts

Sweetlips and Grunts
8 Sightings
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2
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3
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2
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 40

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Jackfish

Jackfish
7 Sightings
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1
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1
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3
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0
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0
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1
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The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 350

Alamy-Andre Seal
Damselfish

Damselfish
7 Sightings
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1
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1
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3
M
0
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0
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0
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0
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1
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0
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1
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 20

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Porcupinefish

Porcupinefish
7 Sightings
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1
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1
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2
M
2
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0
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1
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0
AdobeStock-_italo
Moon Jellyfish

Moon Jellyfish
6 Sightings
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0
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2
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2
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0
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0
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0
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1
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1

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3000

SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch

Nudibranch
6 Sightings
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1
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1
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0
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0
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0
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1
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1
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1
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1
Alamy-Water Frame
Panther Moray Eel (Dragon Eel)

Panther Moray Eel (Dragon Eel)
5 Sightings
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0
M
2
A
2
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
1
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0
O
0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 190

Alamy-Water Frame
Conger Eel

Conger Eel
4 Sightings
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0
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0
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1
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2
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0
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0
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1
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0
Shutterstock-Greg Amptman
Wolf Eel

Wolf Eel
4 Sightings
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1
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2
M
0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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1
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 50

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Frogfish

Frogfish
4 Sightings
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0
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1
M
0
A
0
M
0
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0
J
0
A
0
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0
O
0
N
1
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2

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 60

iStock-Global_Pics
Spiny Lobster

Spiny Lobster
4 Sightings
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2
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0
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0
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0
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0
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1
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0
O
1
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 3400

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Shrimp

Shrimp
3 Sightings
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1
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0
M
2
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
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0
O
0
N
0
D
0
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Garibaldi Damselfish

Garibaldi Damselfish
2 Sightings
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0
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0
M
2
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
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0
N
0
D
0
Alamy-Stephen Frink Collection
Portuguese Man o'War

Portuguese Man o'War
2 Sightings
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0
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2
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0
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0
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0
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0
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Ribbon Moray Eel (Ghost Eel)

Ribbon Moray Eel (Ghost Eel)
2 Sightings
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1
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0
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0
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0
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0
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1
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0
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0
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0
SSI-Peter-Schinck
Leaf Scorpionfish

Leaf Scorpionfish
2 Sightings
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0
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2
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0
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0
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0
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Striped Dolphin

Striped Dolphin
1 Sightings
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0
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0
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1
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 2

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Tarpon

Tarpon
1 Sightings
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0
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0
M
1
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
O
0
N
0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 250

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Grouper/Basslets

Grouper/Basslets
1 Sightings
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0
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1
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0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

Shutterstock-s_a_j
Sand Eel

Sand Eel
1 Sightings
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0
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0
M
1
A
0
M
0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 15

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Tuna

Tuna
1 Sightings
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0
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0
M
1
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 15

Shutterstock-Hans Gert Broeder
Garfish

Garfish
1 Sightings
J
0
F
0
M
1
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
S
0
O
0
N
0
D
0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 80

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Emperor

Emperor
1 Sightings
J
0
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0
M
1
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
0
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0
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0
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0
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0

The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.

Total number of species approx.: 30

SSI-Peter-Schinck
Stonefish

Stonefish
1 Sightings
J
0
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0
M
0
A
0
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
1
S
0
O
0
N
0
D
0

Dive Centers Catering This Dive Site

Peri-Peri Divers

Peri-Peri Divers

Praia do Tofo, 1300 Tofo beach, Inhambane Province, Mozambique

Dive Sites Nearby

Aqualung
Amphitheater <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★3.8)</span>

Amphitheater (★3.8)

Less than a kilometer away from the splendid “Marble Arch“ dive site, we can find “Amphitheater“. Same kind of dive with a maximum depth of 18m is perfect to test your open water level before deciding to go deeper.
Scubapro
Fingers <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Fingers (★4.3)

Fingers Reef derives its name from its finger-like protrusions that shape the primary reef. It is a 2km boat ride lasting approximately 7 minutes, with a maximum depth of about 16m.
Mares
Hogwarts / Outback <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.0)</span>

Hogwarts / Outback (★4.0)

The top of the reef ranges from approximately 22 to 31 meters, and it takes about 17 kilometers or 45 minutes by boat to reach it. Bottom time on air will be 26 minutes, while with nitrox it extends to 35 minutes.
Mares
Mikes Cupboard <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.3)</span>

Mikes Cupboard (★4.3)

An interconnected chain of bowls with caves, overhangs, and gullies makes up this dive location. It is perfect for newcomers, photographers aiming for the ideal nudibranch photograph, or anyone seeking a relaxed dive with numerous fascinating views. Accessible by a quick 2km boat ride or a 10-minute travel time.
Mares, Janez Kranjc
Clownfish <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.2)</span>

Clownfish (★4.2)

Clownfish is the shallowest divesite we have in Tofo, inside the bay it is a perfect spot to try scuba diving for the first time with depths between 6 and 12 meters. Allowing us to practice all the skills required for entry level courses.
Aqualung
Table Top <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★4.1)</span>

Table Top (★4.1)

The dive includes two parts: starting at the first wall in the north and moving across a plateau to the second wall. The top of the reef is located at depths ranging from around 24 to 33m, and it can be reached by boat in about 4km or a 10-minute ride. Bottom time on air will be 20 minutes, while with nitrox 28min
Scubapro
EN1 <span class="text-color-primary text-sm"> (★3.8)</span>

EN1 (★3.8)

The top of the reef is located at depths ranging from around 13 to 18 meters, and it can be reached by boat in about 17 kilometers or a 45-minute ride. Bottom time on air will be 45 minutes.