Dhangethi Zone

Dhigura Arches * *

This is a drift dive covering about 300 metres of reef edge to the west of Dhigurah on the inside of Dhigurashu Kandu. The top of the reef is between 3 and 5 metres and drops away steeply to 24 metres. The reef edge is clearly seen  on the surface by the change in irridescent blues. The arches have an interesting reef formation that is full of surprises. Along the reef edge are numerous small inlets, some 5 metres wide, others 10 metres or 15 metres in width, all occurring one after the other with depths to 15 metres. One never knows what to expect in the next inlet. Coral growth is good and among many of the inlets are coral outcrops with plenty of small reef fish. There are a few small caves, some with seafans. During the south-west monsoon season, schooling mantas and whale sharks are frequently seen.