

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Kakatua Reef, located off Kri Island in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, is a straightforward reef dive suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. Divers typically experience mild currents and visibility between 5 and 18 metres. Water temperatures remain consistently warm, between 29 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Access to this site requires a boat. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, Emperor Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish, Regal Angelfish, Giant Moray, Bluegirdled Angelfish, Clown Triggerfish, Bluefaced Angelfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, Coral Grouper, Crocodile Fish, Harlequin Sweetlips, and Indian Lionfish.
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Because this site is accessible year-round with consistently warm water and mild currents, there is no single best season to visit, but confirming boat availability and facility options with your local operator before departure is worthwhile.
Access to Raja Ampat dive sites is typically via liveaboard or resort boat transfers from Sorong.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
5-18m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Peacock Mantis Shrimp, various angelfish species, Titan Triggerfish, Giant Moray, and several types of grouper and sweetlips.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its manageable depth range and mild currents.
The reef ranges from 5 to 18 metres deep, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Kakatua Reef is a boat dive, and a boat is required to access the site.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow sections of the reef may be accessible for snorkelling depending on local operator arrangements.
Diving at Kakatua reef in Sorong requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Kakatua reef in Sorong. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Kakatua reef in Sorong are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Kakatua reef in Sorong should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Kakatua reef in Sorong typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Kakatua reef in Sorong typically ranges from 5 metres to 18 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.