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Aztec Reef

Aztec Reef

New South Wales, Australia

Depth
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20m

Visibility
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4m - 12m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Experienced


About Aztec Reef

Anchor nearest the point the tide allows or north if its moody, inside the point. If the waves are too wild you can choose the SW option. Its 15-7 deep and is named for the algae that form '�pictures' growing on the rock s that resemble Egyptian or Aztec glyphs. When you are down head west over the wall to 15m and then SE along the wall where the algae is prevalent. It can get to 20m here. Head back south to the top of the reef prolific fish life here you need time to explore this area.

Aztec Reef Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Reef, Wall

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

20m

Visibility Range

4m 12m

Experience Level

Experienced

Best Gas

21% – 47%

O2
Marine Life

  • Luderick
  • One-Spot Pullers
  • Yellowtail
  • Seapike
  • Sea Dragons
Weather Conditions

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