When is the best time to dive Chimneys?

The typical diving season is January to December; May to October. Conditions vary year to year, so confirm locally before booking.

Is Chimneys good for snorkelling?

Yes - snorkelling is viable here. yes, shallow top of pinnacle (~5m) is snorkelable in calm conditions

Fiji · Namena Marine Reserve

Also known as: Two Thumbs Up

January to December; May to October

Sightings are seasonal probabilities, not promises - even in peak season nature does its own thing.

Advanced Open Water - advanced conditions (currents/depth); dive within your training.

Snorkel-friendly - yes, shallow top of pinnacle (~5m) is snorkelable in calm conditions

current around pinnacles, boat traffic at surface near shallow tops

Namena Marine Reserve dive tag/user fee applies (reserve co-managed with Coral Reef Alliance; exact current fee not independently confirmed)

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Nearest hub: Savusavu

This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.