

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, moderate current.
White Arrow is a reef and wall dive in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, offering a depth range between 5 and 40 metres. The site features a wall structure that drops into deep water, requiring careful depth management. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 30 metres, allowing divers to observe the topography clearly. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents that can shift or strengthen during a dive. Divers should monitor their depth gauge and current conditions throughout the dive, and always deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending to ensure the boat crew can locate them.
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Plan your dive around slack water if you can get local current intel beforehand, as the moderate current at this site can strengthen without much warning. The depth range here is generous, so intermediate divers should set a firm turn pressure and stick to it.
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Depth
5-40m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Apr, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 5 metres at the upper reef to 40 metres along the wall.
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents that can shift during a dive.
White Arrow is a boat-only dive site.
The primary hazards include deep water reaching 40 metres and moderate currents that may strengthen without warning.
This site is designated for diving, and the wall structure is best experienced by divers.
Diving at White Arrow in Sorong requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at White Arrow in Sorong. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit White Arrow in Sorong are April, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at White Arrow in Sorong. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at White Arrow in Sorong typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.