Dive-site story
Located inside Chole Bay within the Mafia Island Marine Park, Nudi City is a shallow coral garden recognized primarily for its extraordinary density of macro critters. The site features patch reefs, bommies, and sandy tracts where divers can take their time scouring sponges and coral rubble. Sheltered bay waters create relaxed diving conditions ideal for photographers and critter spotters.
Diverse collection of nudibranchs, flatworms, and sea slugs tucked among soft corals and sponges
Sheltered conditions in Chole Bay with minimal surge
Macro photography opportunities including cryptic crustaceans and juvenile fishes
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calm winds and optimal underwater clarity coincide with the northeast monsoon season.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NudibranchNudibranchia | Common | ||||||||||||
| Bluespotted ribbontail rayTaeniura lymma | Common | ||||||||||||
| Leaf scorpionfishTaenianotus triacanthus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Peacock mantis shrimpOdontodactylus scyllarus | Common | ||||||||||||
| PipefishSyngnathinae | Common |
Marine forecast
