

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Flasher Beach in Triton Bay is a reef site situated on a small isolated island. The site features shallow rubble and reef areas, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Access is by boat only. Conditions vary, with visibility between 5 and 30 metres and moderate currents. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving, with typical dives lasting 70 minutes. Species recorded around this area include rock cod, wrasses, grunt, cardinalfish, lizardfish, snails, and sea cucumbers. Water temperatures are warm, typically between 26 and 30 degrees Celsius, though they can occasionally reach 31 degrees Celsius.
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Visit during the late afternoon when the flasher wrasses show off their brightest colours and oversized fins during daily reproductive rituals.
Access is by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
26-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
70 min
Species recorded around this area include rock cod, wrasses, grunt, cardinalfish, lizardfish, snails, and sea cucumbers.
Yes, Flasher Beach is suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
This is a boat-only site; a boat is required for access.
Yes, the site has a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Diving at Flasher Beach in West Papua requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Flasher Beach in West Papua. Water temperatures range from 26°C to 30°C.
Divers at Flasher Beach 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 Flasher Beach in West Papua. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Flasher Beach in West Papua typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.