潜点: Kidu

关于 Kidu

Kidu is the designation given to a small sailboat wreck located near Nosy-Bé in Madagascar, in the Mitsio Archipelago area. It rests on the seabed in close proximity to the larger Zaida cargo barge wreck, making both accessible for exploration in a single dive. These wrecks, now artificial reefs, serve as important habitats within the diverse underwater landscape of Madagascar, known for its extensive coastlines and varied marine environments. The Kidu, along with the nearby Zaida, lies at a depth of 28 meters. Its modest size as a small sailboat allows divers to explore its structure, which has become covered with marine growth. The site is characterized by an abundance of macrofauna, offering a detailed perspective on the smaller, often overlooked inhabitants of the reef. Marine life at Kidu is rich, with glassfish congregating amidst concretionary sponges. Divers can observe scorpionfish, flying gurnards, nudibranchs, and flatworms, all contributing to a colorful and diverse ecosystem. The presence of such a variety of macro life makes the site particularly rewarding for close-up observation. This dive is typically combined with the Zaida wreck, offering a dual wreck experience. Due to its depth and the need for careful navigation around the wreck structures, the Kidu dive is best suited for certified advanced divers. It provides an opportunity to appreciate both historical elements and vibrant marine biodiversity in a single outing.

潜点资料: Kidu

深度

0–28 m

水流

中等

入水方式

船宿或日间船

等级

高级

潜水类型

沉船, 珊瑚礁

地区 / 港口

马达加斯加

坐标

13.2450° S, 48.0400° E

条件与水流

诺西贝地区大多数潜点的水流（包括 Kidu）通常都比较温和或没有水流，提供了舒适的潜水条件。能见度通常在 15 到 40 米之间，但在十月到十二月鲸鲨季节期间，由于浮游生物增多，能见度可能会较低。水温温暖，范围在 24°C 到 30°C 之间。由于残骸深度为 28 米且靠近另一艘残骸，为了安全探索，此潜点需要高级潜水认证，并建议进行适当的气体计划。 导潜通常将这里的水流评定为中等水流。 潜点深度可达约28米，因此请根据较深的部分规划你的气量和免减压极限。 通常会将其简报为适合高级级别潜水员的潜水。 这里可以从船宿船或日潜船潜水，具体取决于你行程的起点。 潮汐、风和季节都会使情况每天发生变化，因此船员在船上的简报始终优先于任何一般性描述。