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Malolo Reef Dive Site

3.4 — based on 12 community signals
4.2 12 species 18 contributors

Malolo Reef is a year-round Fiji dive site with healthy coral and abundant marine life across 12 recorded species.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
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Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

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Wind
21.4 kn
Wave
1.4 m
Water
25.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: S (38%)
Now: S (181°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 1.42m

Next: Low at 06:00 (+0.29m)

+1.4 m0 m-0.0 m
▼ 06:00 · +0.29m ▲ 13:00 · +0.87m ▼ 18:00 · +0.47m ▲ 00:00 · +1m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV8.2 · very high Air PM2.510 · good 06:04 18:06
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 23.5 1.66 8 1mm
09-20 19.8 1.82 8 0mm
09-21 16.1 1.56 9 0mm
09-22 20.6 1.56 9 0mm
09-23 19.1 1.56 9 0mm
09-24 14.4 1.36 3 1mm
09-25 9.5 1.62 2 10mm

About this spot

Malolo Reef sits in Fiji's warm waters and welcomes divers throughout the year. The reef shows no signs of coral stress, making it a solid choice for experiencing live coral ecosystems. With 12 documented species observations on record, the site supports diverse marine life typical of Fiji's reef environment. The reef remains accessible to visiting divers and sits outside a marine protected area, so standard dive practices apply. Community videos from the site give you a preview of what to expect underwater. Local dive operators in Fiji can arrange trips and provide current conditions, depth details, and difficulty assessments based on your certification level. Malolo Reef works as part of a broader Fiji dive itinerary. The region's year-round diving means you can plan trips by other factors—weather, budget, or crowd preference—rather than being locked to a seasonal window. Pair it with nearby reefs and sites for a full week of exploration.

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type I · 240V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 16196km · ~3725kg · €67

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 65/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 16h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 7h east · 5 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Malolo Reef?

Malolo Reef is diveable year-round in Fiji. Plan your trip based on weather patterns, crowds, and budget rather than seasonal closures. Fiji's tropical climate supports diving every month.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Malolo Reef is not documented here. Contact local Fiji dive operators before booking to confirm requirements and ensure the site matches your certification and experience level.

What marine life will I see?

Malolo Reef has 12 recorded species observations. The reef shows no coral bleaching stress, indicating a healthy environment. Expect typical Fiji reef fauna, but get a detailed species list from your dive operator for the latest sightings.

Do I need permits or special access?

Malolo Reef is not inside a marine protected area, so standard dive access applies. Work with a local Fiji dive operator to arrange your dive, confirm any local guidelines, and get current site conditions.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Dive shop

1.5 km
Dive centre

Recently spotted by divers

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Verified marine species observations

59 records · 44 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Linckia laevigata

Asteroidea · Ophidiasteridae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 May 2026
×2records

Monetaria annulus

Gastropoda · Cypraeidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 May 2026
×1records

Pearsonothuria graeffei

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
5 May 2026
×1records

Panulirus ornatus

Malacostraca · Palinuridae
GBIF
Last seen:
25 Apr 2026
×1records

Sepioteuthis lessoniana

Cephalopoda · Loliginidae
GBIF
Last seen:
16 Apr 2026
×4records

Grapsus albolineatus

Malacostraca · Grapsidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×2records

Acropora abrotanoides

Anthozoa · Acroporidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Pocillopora verrucosa

Anthozoa · Pocilloporidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Clibanarius eurysternus

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Pocillopora damicornis

Anthozoa · Pocilloporidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Dardanus megistos

Malacostraca · Diogenidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Holothuria leucospilota

Holothuroidea · Holothuriidae
GBIF
Last seen:
15 Apr 2026
×1records

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

3 Scuba Dive in Fiji with Subsurface, Malolo Island

Lisa Niver, We Said Go Travel

Diving around Malolo Island with Subsurface Fiji

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Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Aug (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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