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Biodiversity House Reef

Located in front of the Biodiversity Jetty, the breathtaking reef stretches all the way to Batu Lima, offering an underwater wonderland for divers. With a starting depth of 2m and descending to 20m, this diverse reef boasts numerous hidden areas that serve as perfect hideaways for a variety of species.

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

9.5
Excellent

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

beginner
advanced

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Biodiversity House Reef
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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.

Sunrise at Biodiversity House Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Biodiversity House Reef: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
13:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.25s), Wind: 6 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 3.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Biodiversity House Reef
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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

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Biodiversity House Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Biodiversity House Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.4m / 40.7ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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