Kuredu Caves (Turtles airport)

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Kuredu Caves (Turtles airport)

30 mMax Depth
BoatEntry
4Species
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CaveReefWallOceanSalt Water

About This Site

Kuredu Caves, also known as the Green Turtle Airport, is famous for its large populations of green sea turtles - with over 45 individuals known to permanently reside in the area and even more visiting. This dive site has a series of overhangs, starting at 8m down to 25m, where the turtles rest. You can stop and watch the turtles leaving their resting spots, coming up for air, drifting past and then ‘landing’ with precision. The ceilings of the overhangs are covered in soft coral and solider f…

Marine Life (4 species)

Black Tip Reef SharkEagle RayGreen Sea TurtleGrey Reef Shark

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