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5 Mile Reef

Apia, Samoa
Depth
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656ft
Visibility
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66ft - 197ft
Entry
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boat
Experience Level
Beginner

About 5 Mile Reef

5 miles off Apia Harbour, an outer reef with tons of hard coral and prolific marine life. Five Mile Reef rises from a 200-300 m abyss to 14 m catering to all dive levels. The water is warm and vis is great 30-50 m! Very popular is Valerie's Corner where large boulders were deposited during the 1991 cyclone with the same name which created a home for giant clams, Christmas tree tube worms and moray eels. Lots of valleys, chasms and drop-offs to explore.

5 Mile Reef Dive Info: Key Characteristics and Details

Unit Settings

Terrain and Features: Reef, Drop Off
Entry Type:Boat
Max Depth:200m
Visibility Range:20m - 60m
Experience Level:Beginner
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Marine Life

  • Black Tips
  • White Tips
  • Spinner Dolphins
  • Barracuda

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