Dive-site story
Situated within the protected waters of Chole Bay off Mafia Island, Milimani South is named after the Swahili word for mountains. Massive Porites coral bommies rise dramatically from the white sand bottom like submerged hills, creating an intricate landscape of ravines and overhangs. Protected from heavy oceanic swell, the site provides a sheltered environment where diverse reef fish congregate around pristine hard coral architecture.
Monumental Porites dome corals forming underwater hillscapes
Dense aggregations of schooling reef fish sheltering beneath overhangs
Calm, bay-sheltered conditions suitable for relaxed exploration and macro photography
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
The northeast monsoon brings the calmest sea conditions and highest clarity to Chole Bay.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bigeye snapperLutjanus lutjanus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Blue-spotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Giant morayGymnothorax javanicus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Semicircle angelfishPomacanthus semicirculatus | Common |
Marine forecast
