

Wai FPW on Mansuar Island provides a diverse underwater environment combining natural reef, a wreck, and artificial reef structures. Accessible directly from the shore, the site ranges from 2 to 38 metres in depth, with an average of 15 metres. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 15 and 30 metres and water temperatures between 28 and 30C. The site is suitable for various skill levels, and night diving is available. Divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards around the wreck and artificial structures, and shuffle their feet in the shallows to avoid stonefish.
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The on-site dive shop has equipment rental and guided tours, so you can show up without a full kit and still get in the water with someone who knows the site well. Night dives here can be particularly rewarding, so ask the guides about organising one when you book.
The island is accessible by boat from Sorong or Waisai Harbor.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 38m
Visibility
15-30m
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Year-round
Yes, the site features mild currents and a range of depths, allowing beginners to explore the shallower sections comfortably.
The site ranges from 2 to 38 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Wai FPW is a shore entry dive site.
Divers should watch for entanglement hazards like lines or nets around the wreck and artificial reef. Additionally, shuffle your feet in the shallows to avoid stonefish.
Yes, the site includes a dive shop offering guided tours, equipment rental, gear storage, and a rinse station.
Diving at Wai FPW in Sorong requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
The best months to visit Wai FPW in Sorong are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Wai FPW in Sorong typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Wai FPW in Sorong typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.