

Best for intermediate divers, 15-60m, boat entry, moderate current.
Andie Reef in Triton Bay features a combination of natural reef and artificial structures. The site ranges from 15 to 60 metres in depth, with an average of 16 metres. Divers should be prepared for moderate currents and visibility that fluctuates between 5 and 25 metres. The artificial reef includes overhead sections that restrict direct ascent, requiring careful depth and gas management. Due to the variable conditions and depth, boat access and guided tours are recommended. The site is also suitable for night diving. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, rock cod, various lionfish, and ghost pipefish.
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Visibility here can drop quickly and without much warning, so plan your dive around slack tide and communicate a turn-around pressure with your guide before descent. The local dive shop can advise on current conditions and runs guided tours, which is well worth it given the depth and current variability at this site.
By boat from Kri Island resorts or Raja Ampat liveaboards.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-60m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
24-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, rock cod, zebra lionfish, Indian lionfish, spotfin lionfish, and various ghost pipefish.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range, moderate currents, and the presence of overhead environments within the artificial reef.
The depth ranges from 15 to 60 metres, with an average depth of 16 metres.
Boat access is required to reach Andie Reef.
This site is primarily a dive location due to the depth and current conditions.
Diving at Andie Reef in West Papua requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Andie Reef in West Papua. Water temperatures range from 24°C to 30°C.
Divers at Andie Reef in West Papua should be aware of sharks. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Expect moderate currents at Andie Reef in West Papua. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Andie Reef in West Papua typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.