When is the best time to dive Twin Bommies?

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

Vanuatu · Efate

Twin Bommies

Q: Is Twin Bommies good for snorkelling?

Yes - snorkelling is viable here. partial - reef top ~9-10m so not ideal for surface snorkeling over coral, but surface snorkeling alongside the dive boat reported in good viz

Best time to dive

May to November; December to April

What you might see

BarracudaPossible
Grey reef sharkLikely
Manta rayPossible
Moray eelLikely
NudibranchLikely
Sea turtlePossible

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

Certification & difficulty

Open Water

Snorkelling

Snorkel-friendly - partial - reef top ~9-10m so not ideal for surface snorkeling over coral, but surface snorkeling alongside the dive boat reported in good viz

Safety notes

sea snakes present; some reef damage reported post-cyclone/earthquake at southern Efate sites

Permits & fees

no dedicated marine-park fee found; cruise-line shore excursion package (boat+gear+guide) around USD $129.99/person via P&O/Carnival/Princess - not a standalone dive-site permit

Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.

Location

Nearest hub: Port Vila

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