Pulu Maraya is a tiny, uninhabited sandy island just off the eastern shore of West Island in the Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Accessible by a short reef walk from Scout Park at low to mid tide, this spot offers a delightful drift snorkel in shallow, crystal-clear waters (1-2 metres deep). The gentle current carries you around the islet, past coral ledges teeming with pufferfish, tropical reef fish, baby reef sharks, and sea turtles. The calm, warm waters and spectacular marine life make it a must-do snorkel in this remote Indian Ocean paradise.
Pulu Maraya Snorkel (West Island)
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Wave Height 0.2 mSwell Period 12 sWind Speed 2.5 knPrecipitation 14 mmTidal Phase slack
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The reef walk from Scout Park to Pulu Maraya is only possible at low to mid tide. At high tide, the channel is too deep to wade across.
Low risk: Drift current
A gentle current flows around the island, creating a drift snorkel. Beginners should be comfortable swimming in moving water.
Low risk: Sharp coral/reef
Sharp coral and rocky patches on the reef walk could cause cuts to bare feet.
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From Scout Park on the eastern side of West Island, walk across the reef channel at low to mid tide to reach Pulu Maraya. The island is about 200 metres offshore.
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Park at Scout Park on West Island, which has limited roadside parking nearby on the main road along the eastern side of the island.
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