On the other hand the governing depth of both the inner lagoon and the approaches are around 6.4 meters which is not sufficient for deep draft vessels.

The inner lagoons (vilu) present an idyllic view.

The inner lagoon is open with few reefs or shoals.

The inner lagoon has a depth of 17 to 20 fathoms; it has a sandy bottom mixed with mud and clay.

The inner lagoon is closed and is inaccessible from the ocean.

The outer coral shelf: which slopes away steeply, and does not offer as rich fishing grounds as the inner lagoons do.

At the center of the resort, in the sheltered waters of the inner lagoon, there is a "Swim with the Dolphins" program.

Juvenile fish are solitary or live in small groups, among mangroves or other inner sheltered lagoons.

Reefs upon which waves broke into spray, and inner lagoons, lovely beyond description.

The inner lagoon has a navigable channel to the ocean.