

Best for intermediate divers, 5-35m, boat entry, strong current.
Selat Kabui is a channel site in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, characterised by its canyon topography and strong currents. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and snorkellers, with depths ranging from 5 to 35 metres and an average depth of 10 metres. Access is by boat only, and the strong currents require careful planning around tidal flows. Visibility varies between 10 and 30 metres, with water temperatures between 28 and 30C. Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Giant Moray, Bluegirdled Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish, and various wrasses. Divers should be aware of crocodiles in the area and follow local operator guidance regarding water entry.
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Current at Selat Kabui is genuinely strong and can shift direction with the tide, so brief your boat crew before you drop and agree on a pick-up plan. Timing your dive to coincide with the slack between tidal flows gives you a manageable window on the canyon sections.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Strong
Best Time
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec
Species recorded around this area include Napoleon Wrasse, Giant Moray, Bluegirdled Angelfish, Titan Triggerfish, Broadclub Cuttlefish, Coral Grouper, Regal Angelfish, Harlequin Sweetlips, Indian Lionfish, Chromodoris Nudibranch, wrasses, Latticed Butterflyfish, Maroon Clownfish, and Horned Bullfish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate skill levels due to the strong currents that run through the channel.
The site ranges from 5 to 35 metres deep, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Boat access is required for this site.
Yes, both diving and snorkelling are conducted at this site, though you must account for strong currents and local crocodile presence.
Strong currents can change direction with the tide, and crocodiles have been recorded in the area. Always agree on a clear pick-up plan with your boat crew and follow local operator guidance.
Diving at Selat Kabui in Waisai requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Selat Kabui in Waisai. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Selat Kabui in Waisai are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Selat Kabui in Waisai can have strong currents. Advanced experience with drift diving and current navigation is recommended.
Visibility at Selat Kabui in Waisai typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.