Aquarium Reef
Boat dive · Coral garden
Catalina's shallow coral garden, named for the clouds of tropical fish that fill the water. Easy, bright and perfect for every level — and for snorkellers too.
About this site
The Aquarium Reef off Catalina Island earns its name from the sheer volume of fish life swirling over a shallow coral garden. It is bright, calm and only around twelve metres deep, which makes it ideal for newly certified divers, refreshers and snorkellers, while photographers will find plenty to keep them busy. A lovely, easy second dive after the island's wall.
Marine life spotted here
- Clouds of tropical fish
- Sea turtles
- Stingrays
- Corals & sponges
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