Sardine Reef Suggest edit

Indonesia Suggest · Southwest Papua Suggest

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IntermediateDifficulty

IntermediateRecommended cert

30Max dive depth

30.0 mSite max depth

15.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

ModerateSurge

60 minAvg dive time

April to NovemberBest months

27.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

26.0–29.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Sardine Reef is a vibrant dive site located in Southwest Papua, Indonesia, known for its rich marine biodiversity and stunning coral formations. It offers divers a chance to explore a variety of underwater ecosystems.

The dive features colorful coral gardens, schools of sardines, and a diverse array of marine life including reef fish, nudibranchs, and occasional larger pelagics. The site is suitable for both novice and experienced divers.

Conditions

Visibility: 15.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: Moderate Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 27.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 26.0–29.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: Yes
Diving permits must be obtained prior to diving.
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Bottom types:
coral sand rocky Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle for coral and schools of fish, macro for small critters.

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