- Pebble
- Wind-exposed
- Shallow entry
The local verdict
Worth visiting if you're fit, can swim, and catch calm weather—spectacular snorkelling spot. Skip if you have mobility issues or aren't a strong swimmer, or if there's any swell forecast.
Wind & sea conditions
Visit early morning to avoid crowds and heat exposure on the exposed approach and within the narrow inlet.
Common mistakes
Visitors underestimate the steep descent and rocky terrain, arriving unprepared for physical demands or without water shoes. Many also come midday in summer heat without water, or ignore swell forecasts and get trapped by changing conditions.
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