Direction Island (South Keeling) : Profile

Location

Direction Island lies 1.5NM north of Home Island.

It is advisable to follow the channel markers when moving between Direction Island and Home Island as there are numerous shallow areas and coral outcrops along the route.

Docking

Holding in the anchorage is good, there is not much shelter from the SE Winds, but there is little swell in the lagoon.

The Island has a small shelter and toilet facility. There are no other services on the island.

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