Dan’s Reef
At Dan's Reef, divers can revel in the company of magnificent creatures such as hawksbill sea turtles, barracuda, snappers, cornetfish, and even reef sharks. This site is also home to the coral restoration project undertaken by Project Laut, adding to its significance.
Named after the late Dan Wright, an esteemed Nomads Employee, Dan's Reef holds a special place in the hearts of many. Dan had a profound love for shore dives in this challenging yet awe-inspiring house reef. As the boat returned from a day of diving, Dan could often be seen descending for a quick dip with his dive buddy. The dedication of Dan's Reef and the conservation efforts carried out at this site serve as a lasting tribute to Dan's memory.
With a maximum depth of 11m and visibility reaching up to 21m, Dan's Reef is a dive suitable for advanced divers. It offers an unforgettable experience showcasing the natural wonders of the underwater world. For divers seeking an unforgettable adventure in Indonesia, Nomads Diving at Jalan Raya Sebunibus, Toyapakeh, Bali, Indonesia is the closest operating dive center to Dan's Reef.
Diving Conditions Score for Dan’s Reef
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dan’s Reef
Depth
11m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Dan’s Reef
Wave Height
1.46m
Wind Speed
4.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
25.16km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
10.3s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Dan’s Reef
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.892354982817869/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.42m, Wind 16.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.069881320450886/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Dan’s 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.46m (10.35s), Wind: 3 m/s
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.42m (9.75s), Wind: 15.9 m/s
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 16.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dan’s ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dan’s 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 Dan’s Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Dan’s Reef
Ideal Conditions for Dan’s Reef
Water Temp
20.9°C / 69.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dan’s Reef
Dan’s Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.9°C) and December the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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