NBM Dive Site Resource
The Canyon
Arta, Arta, Djibouti
UNVERIFIED — The Canyon is a named dive site in Gulf of Tadjoura / Arta, Djibouti, documented by current operator or destination sources. Coordinates are a conservative locality display point only and are not for navigation.
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Aquatic life at this dive site
What divers may encounter
Three reviewed connections are featured here. Sightings vary by season, conditions, and chance, so they are never guaranteed.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Aquatic life research in progress
NBM is reviewing a likely local species for this position.
Site media
Photographs
Three views rotate from the published gallery on each visit.
Contributor media
Dive videos
Three featured video positions are reserved on every profile.Published reference location
Location map
The marker shows the public coordinates associated with this profile. Confirm current access, moorings, and departure details before the dive.Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Recent field observations
Diver-reported temperatures
Automatically checked observations from dives during the past 14 days. Three reports are visible at a time; scroll for more.A report that passes the automatic checks will appear here with the dive date, diver’s display name, and temperatures at each depth.
Reports are automatically checked for plausible dates, depths, and temperatures. They are observations, not forecasts; confirm conditions before diving.
Why divers know this place
Highlights
Named canyon and reef dive in the Arta sector of the Gulf of Tadjoura.
Before you arrive
Access notes
Guided operator access only. The displayed coordinates are approximate and not an entry, launch, mooring, wreck position, reef feature, fissure, wall edge, swim-through, route or navigation waypoint.
Plan within your training
Conditions and hazards
Current, depth, steep relief, possible overhangs, boat separation and entanglement. Do not enter any overhead space without suitable training, redundant gas and guide approval.
At the site
Facilities and support
A current PADI 5 Star Dive Resort reports guided diving and a dive boat; current operator-derived listings report rental equipment plus air and nitrox. Reconfirm first aid, oxygen, communications, evacuation and chamber planning before departure.
Independent resource notice
This record is a starting point for independent verification. Access, closures, moorings, weather, currents, depth, visibility, operator availability, and site conditions can change without notice. Confirm current information with the responsible operator, property owner, managing authority, or another qualified local source before planning or attempting a dive.