

Best for intermediate divers, 10-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
West Reef's End in the Dampier Strait offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a combination of reef, wall, and pinnacle topography. Divers can explore depths ranging from 10 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. The site is suited for intermediate divers capable of managing moderate currents, which can strengthen quickly. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres. Access is strictly by boat, and divers should remain vigilant regarding surface boat traffic and use a surface marker buoy. The structure provides various vertical perspectives, though divers must maintain distance from the reef to avoid contact with sharp coral.
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Plan your dive around the current rather than against it, and brief with your guide beforehand about the pinnacle position so you can use the structure as a reference point if the flow picks up mid-dive. Check locally for the most reliable boat operators, as facilities at this remote site are not fixed.
Access to Raja Ampat dive sites is typically via liveaboard or resort boat transfers from Sorong.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-40m
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
The site ranges from 10 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can strengthen quickly.
Access is by boat only; there are no shore entry points at this remote location.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and strong, unpredictable currents.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 40 metres and moderate currents, making it unsuitable for snorkelling.
Diving at West Reef's End in Sorong requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at West Reef's End in Sorong. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit West Reef's End in Sorong are January, February, March, April, October, November, and December. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at West Reef's End in Sorong. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at West Reef's End in Sorong typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.