Middle Island
A small rocky island you can swim all the way around in one dive. Expect rocky walls and lots of fish.
Middle Island
Middle Island is a small rocky island off Tarkarli. Under the water there are gaps to swim through and ledges where fish hide. You can swim all the way around the island in one dive. Each side looks a little different.
Depth range
8-16 meters
Max depth
16 meters
Visibility
6-12 meters
Difficulty
Intermediate to Advanced
The site and the water
What the sea floor looks like and what the water is like
The sea floor
Rocky walls drop from the surface to about 16 meters. You'll find arches, small caves and gaps to swim through. There are lots of cracks where fish hide.
Water conditions
The current here is medium to strong. This dive is for divers with some experience or more. The current changes a lot with the tide and weather.
Best time to dive
The best months are November to March. The current is easier to plan for and fish are more active. You can usually see 6-12 meters, and the water is warm enough for a long dive.
Location
Where the site is and how we get there
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We usually leave by boat from Tarkarli Bandar Jetty. We go once we have checked the weather and safety gear.
What you may see
Fish and sea life you may see here
The rocks around Middle Island have lots of places for fish to hide and feed. Bigger fish come here too. It's a good spot for close-up photos of small creatures.
Conditions
What to expect in the water here
Safety
How our team keeps you safe here
Packages
Packages people often book for this site
Dive at Middle Island
Pick a package and a date. Our team will check the sea and make sure the site suits you.