Arta Plage Drop-off Dive Site — Djibouti

Arta Plage Drop-off dive site in Djibouti

About Arta Plage Drop-off

A dramatic wall dive starting from a shallow reef flat that plunges to over 40m. The wall is covered in soft corals and gorgonian fans. Pelagic visitors include barracuda schools and the occasional hammerhead shark in winter months.

Site Information

  • Depth: 10–40 m
  • Difficulty: advanced
  • Site type: wall
  • Current: Can have strong currents along the wall
  • Best time: November–February
  • Region: Djibouti

Highlights

  • Wall Dive
  • Gorgonian Fans
  • Barracuda
  • Soft Corals

Marine Life at Arta Plage Drop-off

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