

Best for intermediate divers, 14-23m, boat entry, mild current.
Macro Rock is a reef and pinnacle site in Triton Bay, Indonesia, suited for intermediate divers. The site features depths ranging from 14 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Access is by boat only. Divers should expect mild currents that can strengthen quickly, alongside visibility typically between 5 and 10 metres. Due to these conditions, maintaining close proximity to a buddy is essential. The site is well-regarded for night diving, which provides a different experience compared to daylight hours. Divers should brief thoroughly with their guide regarding current conditions and abort procedures before entering the water.
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Current at Macro Rock can spike without much warning, so brief carefully with your guide before the dive and agree on an abort depth. Night dives here tend to be productive, so if your schedule allows, prioritise an evening entry.
Liveaboard safaris are the recommended option to dive in Triton Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
14-23m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
25-30°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
The site ranges from 14 to 23 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres.
No, Macro Rock is rated for intermediate divers due to variable visibility and currents that can strengthen without warning.
Macro Rock is a boat-only dive site.
Yes, night diving is a productive activity at this site and is recommended if your schedule allows.
The main hazards are low visibility and currents that can spike quickly, requiring careful monitoring of your position and buddy contact.
Diving at Macro Rock in West Papua requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 3mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Macro Rock in West Papua. Water temperatures range from 25°C to 30°C.
Macro Rock in West Papua typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Macro Rock in West Papua typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.