

Best for intermediate divers, 18-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Pulau Dua in Raja Ampat offers a varied underwater landscape featuring reefs, walls, and drop-offs. Divers typically explore between 18 and 30 metres, with visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. This is a drift-oriented site where moderate currents move divers along the complex reef structures. Due to the potential for strong and shifting currents, this site is suited for intermediate divers who are confident in drift conditions. Access is by boat only, and dives are best timed around the tidal flow to ensure control along the wall sections. Water temperatures remain warm, typically between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
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Time your dive around the tidal flow rather than the clock. A slack or incoming current gives you the most control along the wall sections and keeps you from being pushed past the best reef structure too quickly.
Access to Raja Ampat dive sites generally requires a transfer from Sorong to Waisai via ferry or private boat, followed by onward transport to resorts or liveaboards.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
This site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate to strong currents that shift with the tide.
The typical depth range for this site is between 18 and 30 metres.
Pulau Dua is a boat-only dive site; you must coordinate with a boat crew for entry and surface collection.
Currents are moderate but can be strong and shift with the tide. It is recommended to time your dive around slack or incoming currents for better control.
Strong currents can occur, so ensure you are comfortable with drift diving and keep your boat crew informed of your entry point and expected drift direction.
Diving at Pulau Dua 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 Pulau Dua in Raja Ampat. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Pulau Dua in Raja Ampat are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.