

Best for beginner divers, 5-25m, boat entry, moderate current.
Melissa's Garden, located off Arborek Island, features two pinnacles situated atop a shallow plateau. The site consists of a sloping reef that descends to a sandy bottom at 20 metres, with depths ranging from 5 to 25 metres. Divers and snorkellers can explore the hard and soft coral formations across the plateau and the reef slope. Access to this site requires a boat. Conditions include moderate currents and visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres. The water temperature remains consistent, averaging 29 degrees Celsius throughout the year. This site is suitable for beginners and offers a typical dive duration of 60 minutes.
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Pygmy seahorses can be found in the seafan corals.
Located in the Dampier Strait between the Fam Islands, accessible via a 1.5-hour boat ride from Kri Island.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-25m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers and snorkellers.
The depth at Melissa's Garden ranges from 5 to 25 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Boat access is required to reach this site, which is located 10,000 metres from the shore.
Yes, Melissa's Garden is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
Divers at Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat should be aware of crocodiles, jellyfish, lionfish, stonefish, sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Melissa's Garden in Raja Ampat typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.