House Reef: “Lavafinger” In The Uw – Marine Reserve Garajau

“As a passionate underwater photographer, the most rewarding dive sites for me are those that offer plenty of variety. Even better if they are quick and easy to reach. The “Lava Finger” in the Garajau Marine Park fits perfectly into this category. Just a few fin kicks from the dive center entry point, it already impresses with its small cavern landscape.

These caves create magical plays of light and are even suitable for beginner divers. On the other hand, schools of fish regularly patrol the lava formations, attracting predators such as barracudas and groupers. It is likely also the reason why the conger eels around the rocks remain particularly alert. In their shadows, you can find a rich variety of small reef life, including tiny red reef lobsters, arrow crabs, and the occasional nudibranch species.

However, the undisputed highlight is “Esmeralda”: a large brown moray eel with striking blue eyes that has been living in this dive site for decades. She could easily serve as the emblematic mascot of the Lava Finger.”