Activities on the island
Snorkelling, scuba diving, turtle and whale watching, reef walking, historical tour
Reef Walking
The resort provides suitable footwear and the reef at low tide is easily accessible from any of the island's beaches. The near shore waters are rich with clams, sea cucumbers, starfish and numerous varieties of coral.
Diving and snorkelling
Snorkelling on the reef around the island is only possible in mid to high tide. The lee side of the island offers the best snorkelling with a high likelihood of seeing manta rays (they are harmless), turtles, giant clams and parrot fish. Beware: with a high tidal range the reef is susceptible to strong currents.
Birdwatching
The island is home to crested terns, black-napped terns, brown boobies, black noddies, buff-banded rails, reef egrets, oyster-catchers, plovers, godwits and the ubiquitous gulls. They nest on the island and are a source of fascination to birdwatchers.
Other Animals
Whales are common in winter and early spring and turtles use the island to nest from late October to Mid-February.
Other activities
Organised snorkelling and scuba dives, glass bottom boat
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