

Best for beginner divers, 8-24m, boat entry, moderate current.
Keikos is a boat-access site located 170 metres off Tufi, Papua New Guinea, featuring a combination of wall, reef, and drift diving. The site ranges from 8 to 24 metres in depth, with an average of 18 metres. Visibility typically spans 15 to 30 metres, and water temperatures remain between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Moderate currents are present, requiring divers to maintain buoyancy and stay close to their guide. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, shrimp, snails, and various anemonefish such as the Ocellaris, Pink Skunk, and Twoband. Divers should remain aware of active boat traffic at the surface and manage buoyancy to avoid entanglement in wreck structures.
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Current strength can change during the dive, so beginners should stay close to their divemaster and avoid pushing into open water away from the wall. Check locally for up-to-date conditions and boat arrangements, as there are no permanent facilities listed for this site.
The dive centre is located at the Tufi wharf, a 5-minute walk downhill from the resort or accessible via resort vehicle.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-24m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
28-30°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, groupers, shrimp, snails, and anemonefish such as the Ocellaris, Pink Skunk, and Twoband.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though they should stay close to their divemaster and avoid pushing into open water due to moderate currents.
The site ranges from 8 to 24 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Keikos is a boat-access site located 170 metres from the shore; a boat is required to reach the location.
Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres, and water temperatures are between 28 and 30 degrees Celsius. Moderate currents are present and can change during the dive.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Keikos in Tufi. Water temperatures range from 28°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Keikos in Tufi are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Keikos in Tufi 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.