Located near Vaersenbaai, this site can technically be reached from shore, however, waves, current, private property concerns, and a shallow rocky entry make boat diving preferable. Bullenbaai is renowned for its spectacular vertical wall, starting at 30 feet and offering a perpendicular drop down below 150 feet. From the mooring, swim northwest for a few minutes until you see the bottom disappear beneath you.
The wall itself is pocked with cracks and fissures, inhabited by Spiny Lobster, Spanish Lobster, Cleaner Shrimp, and eels, to name a few. The steep wall offers a great opportunity for wide angle photos, but watch your depth! With the clear waters and vertical drop it's easy to bump against your limits. Moderate swells and current are also usually present, making this an unsuitable site for beginners.
The shallow areas are also quite nice. Populated by Star Coral, Staghorn Coral, and Brain Coral, with schools of Soldier Fish, and hungry Parrot Fish this is a great place to make your safety stop and, weather permitting, a nice area for snorkelers.
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