

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, strong current.
Chicken Reef, located off Kri Island, is a sloping reef featuring a mix of hard and soft corals extending to 20 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers due to the presence of strong currents, which require boat access. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Visibility at the site typically ranges between 15 and 30 metres. Water temperatures are consistent throughout the year, remaining between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Hazards include strong currents and sharp coral. A typical dive at this location lasts approximately 45 minutes.
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The site can be divided into four smaller dive areas: Chicken Reef, Chicken Bay, Sleeping Barracuda, and Surgeonfish Slope.
Accessible by a 5-minute boat ride from Kri Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Oct, Nov, Dec
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 15 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the strong currents present.
Access to this reef is by boat only.
Divers should be aware of strong currents and sharp coral.
Diving at Chicken reef in Sorong requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Chicken reef in Sorong. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Chicken reef in Sorong are October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Chicken reef in Sorong can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Chicken reef in Sorong typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.