Biodiversity House Reef
The jetty area is particularly noteworthy, providing divers with the thrilling chance to spot the elusive walking shark and graceful Blacktip reef sharks gracefully gliding along the reef.
While our house reef may not be the top choice for Raja Ampat diving, we take pride in its magnificent beauty and exceptional biodiversity. It is perfect for divers of all levels, whether beginners or advanced enthusiasts. The gentle sloping fringe reef system offers not only exceptional diving opportunities but also ideal conditions for snorkeling.
As you explore the shallows, prepare to be captivated by the stunning variety of soft and hard corals, including magnificent table corals. The house reef truly comes alive during night dives, where encounters with intriguing creatures like the Epilate, walking shark, bobtail squid, and ornate ghost pipefish are common.
Beneath the jetty, a vibrant underwater community thrives, featuring a multitude of fish species, including a large school of juvenile and adult batfish. For those seeking a refresher dive or first-time underwater adventurers, this reef oasis is the perfect choice.
Immerse yourself in the splendors of Indonesia's underwater world at our close location, the Raja Ampat Biodiversity Eco Resort in West Papua. With a maximum depth of 17m and a visibility of 14m, this dive site offers unforgettable experiences for divers of all levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Biodiversity House Reef
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Biodiversity House Reef
Depth
17m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Biodiversity House Reef
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
1.8 m/s
Water Temp
29.9°C
Visibility
48.28km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Biodiversity House Reef
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 9.295728205128206/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.731574074074073/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Biodiversity House Reef are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.25s), Wind: 6 m/s
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 3.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Biodiversity House ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Biodiversity House Reef
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Biodiversity House Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Biodiversity House Reef
Ideal Conditions for Biodiversity House Reef
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
May
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Biodiversity House Reef
Biodiversity House Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). October is usually the driest month with 3.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026